His Dark Obsession by Moonlight Muse

28. Vows

EVANGELINE.

I stare at Sinclair, unable to hide my hurt, but it isn’t because of him but because of

the mark that I see on his neck. My gaze goes to the woman next to him. An

arrogant smile crosses her face, as she sits right beside him. It’s none other than Celia, her hand clutching his arms tightly. So, he was going to participate too, and out of everyone, he chose her to

be his Luna? 3

I shouldn’t feel betrayed, but I do.

Sinclair’s eyes fill with a mix of emotions

that I can’t make out.

He wants to take me away to be safe?

Whilst he takes a Luna? Why did he even

look so shocked? Is it because he wasn’t

expecting it to be me beside Zedkiel, or is

it because he doesn’t want me to learn of

him having taken Celia as a mate?

His eyes were questioning me, almost accusing. I want to ask if it is the fact that

seeing someone who actually has the power to keep me by his side as his Luna, not just his side whore, had gotten to him? 5

A low growl leaves Zedkiel’s lips. “If you want to live, keep your eyes off what belongs to me.” He snarls, making the

entire room fall silent.

I look up at him, my heart thumping as I realise my own anger and hurt at seeing the duo together had made me feel so

bitter… But I remember that I’m here

with Zedkiel, and I will help him with his

title, then… I will leave and live my life.

“It’s fine Zedkiel, I’m yours.” I say softly, looking up at him.

His anger seems to calm a little as he looks me in the eye. For a split second, I think I see something more in his eyes, but this is just an act… one we will both carry out. I lean into him, telling myself he won’t bite into me here. I can’t even explain this. I feel protected and scared all at the same time. 1

“Obviously.” He replies coldly, his eyes shimmering red.

We walk down the centre between the few rows of chairs, and Celia purses her lips before smirking as she digs her claws into Sinclair’s arm.

‘Sloppy seconds…’ Her words are still fresh in my mind. There is no way I would ever accept that, especially with her as his Luna. There is no future for Sinclair and me, I see that now. I was stupid to think there ever could be. 4

I see Prince Alcazer there with a woman

that I know by face. She was at my birthday party.

“Step onto the dais, please.” The elder said, bowing to Zedkiel. “Prince Alcazer, Lady Amora, we shall start with you.”

… I know that name… she is the daughter of the Alpha of the Dark Claw Pack,

Lamar Lendorn. Their ceremony and

vows began. The mood was solemn, and I see the Alpha look rather smug as his daughter takes her vows.

The elder offers them a pair of rings which they then exchange, and Amora coyly mentions picking out the ring for Alcazer herself. I could tell he wasn’t as interested in discussing the rings. He is still hurting from the loss of his mate, but I don’t think it was too deep or he wouldn’t be here today, right?

I am brought out of my thoughts when the elder announces Alcazer may kiss his bride. He leans forward, pecking her lips for a fleeting second before he moves away, and everyone claps. The elder then

turns to us.

“Let’s begin.” He says, motioning for us to step forth. Alcazer and Amora step aside as the elder clears his throat. “We

now move on to witness the joining of Alpha Prince Zedkiel Vilkas of the Moonstone Pack and Lady Evangeline

Rose of the Silver Mountain Pack.”

My heart thumps as I look up at Zedkiel who is standing opposite me. I’m glad I have the bouquet in my hand because I wouldn’t know what to do with them.

“Do you, Prince Zedkiel, vow to protect, love, and take care of Evangeline Rose in sickness, health, and distress? Do you vow to take her as your lawful mate and

wife by the oath of Selene?”

Our eyes meet, and although I know this marriage is just a deal, we are about to take the oath on Selene… That isn’t right

be

upon us.

replies with no

thuds as the Elder looks at me. I can

I refuse to look at them. I force a graceful smile onto my

again.

serve and support Alpha Prince Zedkiel Vilkas in sickness and

to take him as your lawful mate and husband by the oath of Selene?”

asks.

do.” I reply clearly.

may mark

that it

his eyes cold.

you should stand

already notified

be marking

harshly, and I’m sure everyone

pounding heart as

to me.

not mark her? How is

Darvin questions.

towards him, and I almost

the Alpha shrink in his seat, glancing at Alpha King Ambrose for

my mark on her back, tying her to me

will rip you to shreds.” He snarls, making Darvin go red in the face at the insult, but he’s too afraid

back.

of the

marking me can be dangerous,” I say. Darvin’s eyes

choose a woman who lacks a lot, as your Luna?” He

he’s about to go for Alpha Darvin when I cut in front of

hands on his

head ever so slightly. Our eyes meet and his red eyes return

lack a wolf, Alpha Darvin, but Evangeline is competent.” Grandmother

declares, shocking me. I turn,

our eyes

she was speaking up for

elder again. “Get

man gulps as a rustle of whispers rushes through the room, but

exchange rings, that is enough.” Zedkiel says, his

looks to Ambrose,

then turns to the

stand

table beside him.

have my own.” Zedkiel says, reaching into his pocket and takes out a square

black bands, both set with red jewels. So fitting, they match his

in my favourite colours too. So different from the ones that sat in the cream boxes, but these were surprisingly far more

he choose

symbol of your unity and your promise to one another.”

ring that is set with tiny red jewels and one large one and holds

mutter my name, but I don’t look,

moment.

give myself wholeheartedly to this deal,

gone

to Alpha Zedkiel Vilkas is born… and

within my

slides the ring onto my

I stare down

perfect fit…

your turn…’

My heart thunders as I remember it all, the way he found me… the way he protected me… the nightmares…

and turmoil fills me until I push it all away, sliding the ring onto his finger. His fingers curl around mine and he raises my hand to his lips, kissing it. My eyes widen as I

man and

kiss the bride.”

my waist,

meet and there’s

but when he leans down, kissing my lips so softly it’s

how hard his eyes

on my

claps. 1

guests. My heart is racing, and I take a shuddering breath, realising I am now

passed. After the

into the Pack. Then we had

now excuse myself so I

the bathroom. I

hall. I feel Grandmother Philomena watching me several times, but I refused to acknowledge her – until now. Zedkiel is talking to

approaches me.

to a Luna…” She smiles slightly, but

it seems so.” I