Alpha Nocturne's Contracted Mate: Love After Marriage

By A E Randell

"Fuck, Ada…"

"Brad... oh, fuck... deeper... harder!" Ada's shrill voice begged between breathy moans.

The banging of the headboard against the wall intensified as Ann froze.

No... it couldn't be!

She took a deep breath and nudged the door a little more. Her chest felt like it would explode as she held her breath whilst the crack widened.

When it revealed her sister lying underneath Ann's husband-to-be, her hands flew to her mouth to stifle the gasp of horror as her heart shattered instantly.

As Brad roared his release inside her sister, Ada turned her head towards the door with a smirk.

An icy chill descended over Ann as if a bucket of ice water had been thrown over her and she stood and stared, her eyes wide and mouth slightly open in disbelief.

Ada lifted her hand and waved in Ada's direction with a smug smile plastered on her face as Brad collapsed on top of her, kissing her neck tenderly.

Is there anything you can do if your mate had sex with your sister?

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This Novel is still Ongoing.

Book two comprises chapters 51-100.

Book three should follow by the end of January 2023 with another 50 chapters.

• Language: English
• Publisher: supernovel
• Release date: Jan 3, 2023

Book preview

Chapter 52 The Daemon Lord

As the haze cleared around the two figures in front of them, Lexi squealed and ran forward, pulling the towering figure into a hug as the man beside him looked on with an impassive expression on his face.

Papa! It feels like it's been forever since I saw you properly! Lexi squealed as the easily eight-foot-tall figure bent slightly and wrapped his arms around her warmly.

It's good to see you, little one. The man rumbled as Lexi stepped backward and turned to grin at Ann and Adam.

Guys, this is Papa, Papa, this is Adam and Ann. Lexi beamed excitedly.

Lexi's father cut a truly imposing figure, broad-shouldered, bulging muscles as far as the eye could see, and an expression that threatened an untimely death as he stared impassively towards Adam and Ann.

Ann, I have heard a lot about you over the years and I would like to thank you for providing Lexi with the stability that I could not give her. My realm would simply not have been safe for a child of mixed blood, Lexi's father said suddenly and very seriously, extending his arm and clasping her hands in one of his tightly.

Erm, thanks? Ann replied uncertainly, Honestly, she provided me with as much stability as I did her, in fact, I consider her a sister more than a friend... erm... sir. Ann gulped, a little intimidated by the man's huge size.

'Holy fuckballs, he's a big bastard!' Maeve exclaimed in an awe-filled voice.

'Shut up, Maeve! What if they can hear you?! I don't know what powers or abilities a Daemon Lord has and nor do you!' Ann replied with panic in her voice.

'Look at the size of him! Geez... oo! I wonder if his massive size extends to his...' Maeve continued, completely unbothered by Ann's concerns.

'MAEVE! Please! Just this once… please behave yourself!' Ann pleaded in desperation.

What if Lexi's father was able to hear them? Nobody knew just how far a Daemon Lord's abilities stretched and if he took offense to Maeve's brazen remarks she would never forgive herself.

'What?! I think you need to relax a little, I don't think he'd be offended. He's a daemon for goddess sake, I'm just a little curious how Lexi's mother took all of THAT...' Maeve snorted contemptuously.

With a huff of disgust, Ann shut Maeve's crudeness out of her head. As far as she was concerned she could rant to herself, Ann couldn't listen to it at this moment. It was distracting, to say the least.

She sighed internally. Why was her wolf like this?!

Lexi's father had moved his attention to Adam and there was a tense moment as they both seemed to be engaged in a staring match as they weighed each other up.

Adam broke the stalemate first and reluctantly offered his hand outwards to the Daemon Lord.

I'm Adam Nocturne. I'm sure you understand how difficult it is for me to be here, as I understand it is difficult for you. However, I'm here in good faith and wanted to thank you for your willingness to help in this matter.

Lexi's father stared at his hand for a few seconds and there was a tense moment when the thought crossed everyone's mind that he might not accept the gesture of friendship.

Finally, he reached his massive hand forward and took Adam's hand, shaking it firmly as he narrowed his eyes at him.

I am Lord Brarthroroz. It is indeed a cautious step forward that I take today, but I would hope that at least between us for now, we can cooperate in a peaceful manner. I have never allowed outsiders to step foot into my personal home before, let alone one that has warred with my kind for centuries. However, I will not judge you based on your kind's past actions, if you will not judge me for the chaos wrought by my kind in the past.

Adam nodded curtly, and although the atmosphere remained tense, it was far less oppressive than before.

Lord Brarthroroz frowned at Adam briefly as his eyes scanned him and he turned to Lexi.

You are right, daughter of mine, he does indeed have the darkness clinging to him like a plague.

Adam scowled at him as Lord Brarthroroz turned back to look at him and chuckled at his expression.

I am merely stating facts, Alpha Nocturne. The magick that clings to you is old, ancient perhaps and if I'm not mistaken has wrought havoc on your normal life. Do you know the Witch that cast this curse upon you?

Adam looked as though he was wrestling with something in his mind but eventually, his shoulders sagged slightly and he relented, running his hand through his hair wearily.

No... no I don't actually. It happened when I was a child, not long after my parents were murdered. I...

I think it would be better to discuss this somewhere a little... more discreet, don't you think, Papa? As safe as my house is, if there is anyone listening in when they shouldn't be, there's no chance of it being overheard in your realm. Lexi interjected.

Lord Brarthroroz nodded wisely and signaled to the man who had been standing quietly at the side of them.

At his signal, he moved to the side and began his preparations to create the portal that would take them to their destination.

You are quite right, of course. Let's take this as our cue to leave. Although I cannot smell any magick here, it does not mean that it isn't present. I have not visited this realm for a long time, and things always seem to have changed so much when I do... he sighed regretfully.

When the portal was ready, he ushered them through the shimmering air. Lexi went first and after a little while, Ann pulled a reluctant Adam through after her.

What interesting friends my daughter surrounds herself with... Lord Brarthroroz chuckled as he shared a wry smile with the portalmancer and stepped through the portal that would take him to his home.

Chapter 53 Like Father, Like Daughter

As they stepped through onto the other side of the portal, the cool air was a welcome feeling as a wave of nausea washed over both Ann and Adam.

Lexi steadied Ann as her legs wobbled unsteadily and as her father stepped through the portal he chuckled at Adam's suddenly pale face.

He clapped him on the back warmly and grinned, revealing a mouth full of razor-sharp teeth.

You get used to the sensation after a while... although I really wasn't sure how badly it would affect you wolves. He added thoughtfully before snorting. It could be worse, at least you came through in one piece.

Adam stared at him blankly, for once lost for words.

Papa, don't tease them like that. You know it's incredibly rare to end up with missing limbs and besides, that usually happens with inexperienced portalmancers. Steven has been with you for centuries now hasn't he? Sounds like you're questioning his abilities. Lexi giggled as Steven raised an eyebrow.

Oh my goodness, Papa, his face moved! Lexi feigned shock as she covered her mouth with her hands and giggled.

Yes, it does that sometimes, when he realizes that he is actually alive and not just forced to stand in one room in the darkness... Her father commented dryly as he turned to look at his currently harrassed Portalmancer.

Steven shifted uncomfortably on the spot, his white hair barely shifting with the movement and his robes creating a faint rustling as he moved.

If there's nothing else, sir? He rasped dryly as Lord Brarthroroz chuckled heartily and dismissed him with a gesture.

Lexi frowned at his retreating back as he seemed to glide down the corridor to an unknown destination.

He's really no fun to tease at all.. She complained.

Yes... you find with Lich's, they don't really seem to grasp humor as well as the living. Lord Brarthroroz answered with a sigh. It's not his fault, another century or so and he may crack smile. One can hope.. He sighed.

Ann looked between the two of them and a small smile played at the edges of her mouth as she chuckled at Adam's incredulous expression.

I'm going to say it now, Lexi, there's a saying that fits you and your father quite well, 'Like father, like daughter'. She grinned, It kind of makes me a little envious if I'm honest. she sighed wistfully as Lexi hit her playfully on the arm.

I don't have a clue what you're talking about. Come on, we've stood around long enough here and if we stay any longer we're going to be surrounded by curious daemons. Lexi answered with an arrogant tilt of her chin and a sly smile.

If you'll follow me... Lord Brarthroroz said gesturing ahead of him as he began walking and they fell in behind him, walking in a small group along the gargantuan corridor.

It's not as gloomy as I thought it would be... Adam admitted begrudgingly.

Lexi snorted as she turned to him.

What? Did you think because we were coming to a daemon realm you were going to find yourself in some dark cave somewhere surrounded by deep pools of lava and hellfire, with screaming tortured souls chained to posts?

Adam averted his eyes sheepishly, resulting in a cackle of amusement from Lexi.

Ah, wolf boy, I really will have to look at coming to teach at your little school if this is the sort of expectation that you lot grow up with. It's a shame really, there's a rich history in Daemonology. They aren't all torture and death and eating of souls you know?

Adam frowned as he turned to look at her slowly.

I thought you said you didn't know much about Daemons? He questioned Lexi warily.

I lied. She shrugged nonchalantly as she waved her hand at him. Oh and don't look all hurt and injured at me for not being completely honest with you. Just because you don't have ill intentions towards Ann doesn't mean you wouldn't be willing to jump down my throat... or attempt to rip it out for that matter. Trust works both ways, wolfy.

Ann giggled at the expression on Adam's face. Hopefully, he would get used to Lexi sooner rather than later.

As they traveled further into the hallways, they passed many daemons and Lexi was right, before long they had a small, yet persistently curious following. Thankfully it didn't take long to arrive at their destination and as soon as Lord Brarthroroz turned around, the daemons seemed to disappear quickly.

My apologies. They aren't used to seeing outsiders. Some of them have never left these walls. They're quite young by daemon standards and don't share the same fear that many of my kind have. He explained patiently.

He leaned forward and opened a door in front of him that led to a large room with a door on each of the four walls.

This external door will be sealed to all but the four of us. No one will enter without my express permission. Lord Brarthroroz said as he walked through the huge doorway and they followed behind.

The door to your right is where you can eat, drink, or relax… whatever you like. Lexi and I will be waiting for you in there once you get down to business. The door ahead is a private portal room that Steven resides in. Don't worry, he never leaves it... Lord Brarthroroz sighed lightly and muttered something about him needing to get out more.

Anyway, he'll see to your return to your Packhouse when things are finished...

He can portal directly into my Packhouse? Adam said, suddenly on edge.

Relax, Alpha, the destination is controlled entirely by the position that both you and Ann will picture clearly in your minds. There is no lasting connection unless you install a portalmancer at your quarters which at this point, I think is unlikely. But, who knows what you may require in the future.

Adam growled lightly at the thought of the safety of his Pack being compromised and Lord Brarthroroz chuckled at him, choosing to completely ignore his disquiet and anger.

Chapter 54 A Concealment Curse

Adam, please. It's not going to go well if you're disrespectful in his home. Imagine how you would react if someone growled at you in your own home. You would be absolutely furious! You were very nearly going to put an end to a longstanding member of your Elder Council for daring to question you. Be reasonable. Please. Ann pleaded softly as she placed a hand on his arm.

He seemed to instantly relax and took a moment to school his emotions properly. Ann was right. This could be the first step to securing better relations with at least this realm of Daemons. Who knew what benefits that it might bring his Pack? He couldn't afford to risk ruining this because of his temper.

I'm sorry, Lord Brarthroroz, I'm still a little on edge, Adam said finally with a half bow towards where the Daemon Lord stood.

Lord Brarthroroz waved his hand dismissively and shrugged.

It's fine. If it wasn't I would have reacted, but your apology is appreciated non the less. Now, the door to your left is the bedroom where you will need to..what do you call it? Mating and marking? He asked curiously.

Lexi nodded and giggled as Ann's cheeks blushed a furious shade of red.

Don't worry, sugar, no one will be watching. She whispered behind her hand into Ann's ear.

Ann swatted her away as the two men turned to look at them with raised eyebrows.

Don't you think we should sit them down and discuss exactly what will happen, Papa? I don't want them to feel like they don't know exactly what's going to happen.

Lord Brarthroroz nodded and gestured to the door on the left.

Let's sit comfortably at least while we discuss this properly. I want to find out a little more about this curse that plagues you, Alpha. He said darkly as he strode purposefully through the doorway with Ann and Lexi following.

Adam hung back a little while as the color drained from his face.

He wrestled with his conscience and his paranoia for a few moments before reluctantly following them into the room.

The last thing he wanted to do was leave himself, and his Pack, vulnerable because of his weakness.

But it looked like he didn't have any choice in the matter.

The room they entered was, as expected, luxuriously furnished with sofas and day beds littered across the room and tables at the back of the area that were filled with various foods and drinks.

Ooo yummy! Lexi exclaimed as she hurried over and helped herself to some of the fresh dates that were piled high on a serving plate.

She rolled her eyes in pleasure as she bit into the fruit and chewed, letting out a moan of appreciation as she did so.

Oh, my word... Ann... seriously... you have to try these... they're so soft and... She exclaimed insistently.

Ann chuckled and held her hand up as she shook her head.

Really, it's fine, Lexi. I couldn't eat right now even if I wanted to. I'm too nervous. Ann said softly.

Adam frowned and put his hand on her back, rubbing it soothingly and looking at her in concern.

I promise there's nothing to worry about. You're quite safe here. Lord Brarthroroz reassured her. Please, both of you, take a seat. I want to ask you a few things before we start.

Adam took hold of Ann's hand and squeezed it reassuringly with a small smile as they sat down together opposite Lord Brarthroroz. Lexi remained by

Reviews for Alpha Nocturne's Contracted Mate

[hansnouwens23 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Easy reading, could not stop and put it aside. Had to finish it.

[Liz Almonte · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Holy Moon Goddess! My heart was in my throat through most of this. But, please, please don't hurt Ann again with another mate falling into the psycho bitches hands. She's suffered enough. When is it their turn to suffer?