Lycan King's Nemesis: Entangled with the Cruel Lycan

By Geminiwrites

“I know you are a werewolf and I know why you are here, but be rest assured I will never accept you as my fated mate and Luna queen. I, Newton Ashton Montgomery, hereby reject you as my fated mate.” “No, I will never accept your rejection, King!” Gwendolyn Hills grew up having everything she always wanted in life. Right from when she was a pup, she merely had to snap her fingers and get whatever it is. Every girl either wanted to be her or be her friend. The one thing she always looked forward to was her eighteenth birthday when she will shift to her wolf and become mated to her childhood crush and best friend, Julian, the incoming Alpha. Then on that very day, not only was she unable to transform, her once-perfect life fell apart before her eyes. In the snap of a finger, she became nothing but the pack’s new freak. When she had an encounter with the cold-hearted King of Lycan’s, her life further plunged deeper into a bottomless pit and this time, plunged with her heart. How is she going to fix the missing puzzles of her life, mend her broken heart and find true happiness in the midst of trying to find herself? Let's journey together to find out.

• Language: English
• Publisher: supernovel
• Release date: Aug 30, 2023

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CHAPTER 68

**GWEN**

Once he disappeared into the crowd below, i didn't see him again. Somehow while I watched him go, he managed to delude my vision, and it turned out he wasn't even going after Tyler.

I exhaled and relaxed back, taking in deep breath with my eyes closed but they soon snapped open when some minutes later, a large canon blew and the crowd let out a massive noise, accompanied by horsemen riding into the wide space. Tyler and his crew had disappeared as the horsemen circled on top of their giant gallops. Very giant gallops.

It was a beautiful sight to behold seeing the men clad in black pantyhose and nothing in their upper bodies, which gave us a sumptuous view of them. I stood up and went close to the baluster demarcating us from the crowd below, my mouth agape in awe.

While I was admiring the horsemen and their horses, I was not prepared for the next thing that took place. Another horseman was coming at a thundering speed from far down the left side of the field. As he approached, the other horsemen formed a U-shape from two ends, stopping at the very tall timbers that would serve as what the horses are supposed to jump.

The horseman doesn't stop, in his helmet as he approached the tall demarcation and in one swing, his horse went flying into the air. My heart caught. I shut my eyes in fear that he would fall. There was no way...

No fucken way! Someone clamoured by my side as a loud cheer and clap that started off made me open my eyes at once to see the rider slowly coming at a trot to the other side of the demarcation, circling it to come back to his colleagues. The cheer was unbelievably loud. He made it. That is the riskiest thing I have I've seen. What if he broke his neck? I will have to speak to Ashton after this, we can't allow our men to engage in such games of_

Ashton! Abby howled at the same time as me as the rider removed the black helmet to expose first his shiny hair down to those captivating depths as they crinkled in a triumphant grin. My mate was smiling. I can't believe I am seeing him smile for like the first time as ever. Moments like this are supposed to be put into my memory box because of how rare they were.

It made me jealous. At the same time furious. Why would he do that? What if something bad had happened and that horse tossed him? Does he want to die and leave me a widow?!

I wanted to slap him so hard to bring back his senses. But not as much as I wanted to kiss him right as his eyes met mine for the second time today in that same way only me and him could understand. It held so much passion and deep...longing.

It suddenly clicked. The asshole. He intentionally did it. He left angrily to show off so as to get my attention away from Tyler. This man! Such an egoistic prick.

I see you two are sharing sneaky looks, huh? Abby mumbled into my ear and I blinked down, my cheeks beginning to burn hot.

Stop it, Abby. I huffed. It's just in your head. He hates me.

Keep saying that and one day I might think of believing you. I rolled my eyes.

I have been trying to get your attention for as long as I can remember but you and Williams seem too invested in yourselves. I twisted halfway to face her, my hands on my chest.

So sorry, I was asking him about last night.

Oh, okay. My head swept towards Ashton. He was addressing the other riders. Don't you think this game is too risky?

Tell that to my brother. And of course... She gestured towards Williams but found him gone from where she left him. She skimmed her eyes at the crowd and sighted him whispering something into Ashton's ear. Him. She finished, in a milder tone. He is even more scared of what would happen when Ashton finds out the truth.

Hmmn, we just have to find the perfect lie he won't suspect. I chewed on my mouth tissues in reflection, my face starting to flush from the sunlight. I strode back to my seat, retrieved my sunscreen from my handbag and began massaging into my skin. While this is going to take time and is a very risky game one of the reasons I think the former King and Queen didn't approve of it, I think I find it fascinating.

Especially when we have to watch our men show off their wonderfully sculpted body parts, Abby added in a mischievous tone.

I glared at her. Abby.

What? She snatched the sunscreen from me. You act like you don't enjoy what you see.

I do but...

But, you are too prime and proper to admit it.

I have never been more flustered having to discuss my mate's heavenly heritage with his own sister. Well, every eye could see that Ashton is well endowed. So are the other men too.

You know, right? She winked with one eye. You see, maybe it's just me but I think he is intentionally trying to get your attention. See how he is grimacing as you aren't looking at him?

I flicked my eyes in that direction and truthfully, Ashton was frowning. At me. You know what? I think I don't like this game. Imagine how all the women here would be looking at him and I know many of them will be wishing they were his mate instead of me!

I held my opinion for later. If he wished to keep this game, then as the Queen my opinion would be that they wear something, even though a sack. As far as their bodies were covered. Him in particular.

Tomorrow is the sparring game, Gwen, are you going to participate?

Can I? I asked eagerly.

Of course, if you want to. Abby enthused. My brother participates in most of the games. It shows more unity and involvement.

I can't wait, then. That means I have to see Tyler now. I stood up and looked about in search of him in the crowd.

What! Don't tell me you are leaving me here alone.

Then come along. I have to inform him so we can train this evening or something. You can join in too. It will be more fun.

Uhm, Are you sure my brother would like that? She skipped her eyes to him where another rider was galloping towards the barrier which was lower this time.

He doesn't have to know, Abby. I gulped as the rider landed smoothly on the other side of the timber. We just have to inform Tyler and return before they are done.

The crowd cheered as the rider circled and came to stand beside Ashton, taking off his helm-wait, is that not Merit?

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CHAPTER 69

**ASHTON**

I couldn't express how delighted I was that this was happening. My dream was finally coming true here in my Kingdom, after so many years of plotting, waiting, and hoping. To say I have been having jittery over the last few days about how today would turn out; how my people were going to welcome this new development.

I intentionally made the horse race to be at the forefront during this game event. That way if my people didn't like it we could easily move on with the other tournaments they were used to over the years. However, judging from the way they responded, as I paved my way back to the shield for the royalties, my heart was appeased. I felt proud of myself more than I have ever been.

That was until I found the seat formally harbouring my mate empty, and when I touched it, cold. Meaning she is been gone for a while.

Did she even see me ride?

Did she see the efforts I put into getting her attention from that vermin to me?

I couldn't bear it. So hard I've tried to withhold myself from striking the head of my guardians. from being reckless and forgetting my fist on his face, killing the bastard for often stealing my shine in the eyes of my mate. Nonetheless, I can't help but say my patience is fast dwindling.

Especially, after seeing her ogling his bare body without no shame, rancour or fear that I was right here, beside her. It was as though I ceased to exist at that point, with only him mattering to her.

Where is she? I asked Williams who was wiping his face with a towel behind me. He paused, his grey eyes scanning the two vacant seats in front of him-one for Gwen and one for Abby.

They were here when I left. He looked ahead. How am I supposed to even know when we were together all these while?

I snapped my eyes to the royal guards standing tall without a blink at the left side of the aisle. In two powerful strides, I reached the ones by the right, easy to have seen where they went to. Where are the Queen and Princess?

The first man bowed his head quickly. I saw the Queen speaking to the head of guardians a few minutes ago in that corner, he pointed down the stairs at the same time I saw both of them snickering as they made their way to us, stopping once they saw us.

I tensed, anger boiling over. The happiness I felt from initially, the one that made me want to be nice to my mate even if for today, rapidly evaporated. I covered the remaining space keeping us, snatched her left hand, dragging her away from the crowd down to the royal car.

How dare you? She yanked her hand off, wincing as she moved farther away from me, rubbing the point I held her tenderly. I might have been too rough, but I don't care. How dare you disgrace me so openly before my people? I fumed.

What did I do again, Ashton? She hissed, confusion written all over her face.

Sneaking off with him wasn't enough and yet after I had severely warned you against the rogue, you decide to flaunt my order and go to him. Have you no shame?

She shook her head, tentatively raising her finger to touch her temple. Is she calling me bluff? Do I sound stupid to her? Or is she truly having a headache?

You couldn't even put up with watching me perform. Was the game too boring for you to endure that you will rather spend time with him than watch your own_

Stop, She flared up her right hand in the air, her head tilted up at me. Defiantly. Enough, Ashton. Can you even listen to yourself? She snorted. I watched every of your performance. You know that. I only left after the other riders started because I needed to tell Tyler I will be participating in the sparring game tomorrow and needed us to train this evening. Him, me and Abby.

My anger slowly dissipated, replaced by embarrassment. Now she will think I care so much about her opinion. Why didn't I even wait till later when I was calm? I wiped my right hand over my face.

Come to think of it, before you start acting like you care so much about what I think of your performance, she proceeded in a biting tone. ..don't forget you didn't tell me about the horse race! You act so perfect and call werewolves manipulative and all those names. Have you stopped to think that perhaps you are the bigger problem here? You don't discuss anything with me, Ashton. Anything. I only hear from either your sister or Tyler who you despise yet is one of the reasons I am still sane with all your shenanigans.

That doesn't mean you should be with him all the time.

He is my friend. And you have no right to tell me who to keep as a friend when I don't tell you to stop parading around with your mistress where every eye would see you two without thinking of how that will make me feel.

I opened my mouth to tell her I wasn't doing that, but she flipped her hair away from her face and stomped off.

Well, maybe I overreacted. Now I am starting to act like some jealous teenager. Ugh! I kicked a pebble as I made my way back.

Throughout the remainder of the horse race, I kept flicking my eyes to my mate and as if she was intent to ignore me she was immersed in a serious chat with Abby. A very interesting one that had her laughing most of the time and clapping her hands loudly.

After enduring that phase and another silent phase on our way home-we shared the same car- once we got to the palace, she didn't allow the car come to a halt before she flung the door open and walked out.

Merit who was sitting at the front came to open the door for me. Your Majesty, she bowed her head. There would be a meeting with the other Deltas this night at the santonium. We would be honoured if you will be there to address the new recruits.

My eyes transited to the front doors where my mate just hiked in, contemplating if I will rather try to sort this out or honour the duty of my pack. It was a difficult decision considering what just happened. What is happening to me?

I will think about it and give you feedback before the end of the day, Merit. I stepped away from the car. By the way, you did well back there.

She beamed brightly with a slight bow. All thanks to you, your Majesty. The horse race was such a fine idea and I must say the people are impressed with the new addition.

With a prideful nod, I made my way inside.

Instead of going to my study as I occasionally did, I found my legs moving in the direction of my mate's new abode. I knocked ones.

Go away, Ashton, I'm not in the mood for your unhealthy tantrums. I need rest.

I grinned wolfishly. At least she spoke to me. I knocked once more. I heard hurried footfalls before the door swung open and to my chagrin, she shrieked, I SAID GO AWAY FROM HERE?

Fuck!

Just once I swept my eyes from her head to her naked feet and back to her long hair that was cascading freely over her face, I lost it, took one large step forward, seized the back of her neck and clashed our mouths together, in response.

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CHAPTER 70

**GWEN**

Ashton pushed me deeper into the room whilst still devouring my lips with swooning kisses, his left hand on my waist guiding me back and his right hand holding me hostage by my neck.

At this point, I was striving to stay sane at the same time I was relishing in the goodness of how sweet he tasted. My hands twitched by my side not sure of what to do; touch him back or push him away. It kept twitching.

Gosh, I have been envisioning this since morning, little wolf, he groaned into my mouth in a bass that reverberated through my body, leaving my head reeling like a fool.

Is this the apology he owed me for the accusations from earlier? So, he was here merely because he has been having visions of fucking me, not necessarily because he wanted me. For