Her Unwanted Mate On The Throne

#Chapter 43 Wedding preparations

Doris felt like anew woman. Cordelia felt that Doris was ready to take hold of her power after what she did in the village. Even when her body became weak after the necklace was taken from her, it gave her a new sense of strength. One that made her realize she had it inside her all along and she was the one that blocked it. If only she had trusted herself sooner, she would have had the power all along.

“If you can handle that, I know you can handle anything. You’re stronger than you think, Doris. Everyone knows that except you.” Cordelia said gently. “I am so proud of what you have become and I am here with you every step of the way. Even when it gets unbearable.”

Doris closed her eyes and let the words surround her. She had grown up with so many self doubts and people telling her she wasn’t worthy. It put a block on her mind that was hard to get rid of, but now she finally believed it. Everyone around her looked at her with hope and amazement.

She wanted to be what they saw. She wanted to be the thing they believed in and the person they wanted to rule their kingdom with their king. Not just because she was a white wolf, but because she was worthy to them. For once, she believed she was. No longer was she part of the shadows. She was something to believe in.

She was a white wolf, an honor to be. One that wasn’t easily given to just anyone. To be a white wolf was to be worthy before you were even born. It might have taken Doris a long time to see that, but now she did.

It was the morning of her wedding and all she wanted to do was sneak off and find William to somewhere they could be alone. She wanted to kiss him in the darkness and hear his deep voice against her ear. Only that could bring her comfort from the storm in her chest. He was her only comfort besides Alec—her perfect little family that would one day grow into something bigger. Word came that the kingdom of Eldon was under attack by their own people. They called for aide but no one would come for them. They burned too many bridges and now had to deal with the consequences. William was sure that this would mean that their kingdom would want to be part of this one, but it was too soon to tell.

“Are you ready?” Beth popped her head into the bridal suite and smiled widely at Doris. “I can help you in your dress now.”

perfectly down her back in beautiful waves. Her makeup made her

his little suit somewhere with William. She couldn’t wait to see him, she couldn’t wait to see both

breathed and stood. Beth came to take her in a warm hug that

would marry a Prince. Didn’t I tell you?” She grinned at

fair, William was always the one you thought would

looked at you every day.” Beth bumped her arm against Doris. “He looked at you as if you

meant to be queen? Do you think this is... this is what my life should

that they can believe in. Ever since you saved the village, everyone has been talking about how amazing you are and how they can’t wait to see

wear. It flowed to the floor beautifully and made Beth look like a princess on her own. Doris didn't

dabbed her eyes before it ruined her makeup. She didn’t need a maid coming in to scold her

she went to take off the protective plastic. Doris took a breath and dropped her robe to the

all buttoned up, Doris stood in front of the mirror in shock. She didn’t even recognise herself.

tears as she watched Doris. “You look so beautiful, Doris. You