The Alpha Killed My Husband

10| A New World Unfolding

The gong clock strikes at 10:00 in the morning when a knock at the bathroom door demands my attention.

I flinch at the invader. My palms are enclosed in a tight fist and my throat is parched dry. I should have seen it coming. I should have been prepared for all of it.

I should have known how clingy wolves are, that they'd…

There are more knocks on the door and more shivering on my part. The clock is still ringing in the background. There aren't any clocks in this baronial bathroom but I can still bet it's ten. Because I have been counting hours since 6:30, locked in the bathroom.

Yeah, so much for day one!

I'd planned to start the mission with a bang. But I've been banging my head on the sinks and walls so far.

I've so much to learn about Luna Aradhya, Alpha, and the region. I am a novice and there is nothing as awful as a lack of knowledge on the battlefield. The uncertainty is making me feel restless. There are so many what-ifs dancing on my head that's enough to slice me inch by inch. Moreover, the Alpha is presenting me with a challenge at each step.

I cannot even step out because of his stupid desires. I feel like raging all the way down and snapping his neck into two.

I am trapped…in a bathroom.

I glance around to watch the whole place for the nth time. It has two separate vanities, a huge jacuzzi, and an automatic commode. Its olfaction is enduring. However, its tightness is still suffocating.

The whole bathroom is enclosed with huge mirrors, like everywhere, which provide an illusion of being floating midair.

Apart from it, the whole place is brightly illuminated with lights that can change shade at the click of the switch and there is large storage that has both Luna and Alpha's personal belongings.

At least I have explored the bathroom meanwhile. I let out a defeated sigh, shaking my head. I must admit, I am impressed. I mumble to myself when another knock disturbs me.

I peer at it hotly, wanting to burn it with my eyes. Poor me! I know I cannot even scratch it at this state.

'Luna, the breakfast is ready!' It's a maid.

Oh, well! I let out a breath I did not know I was holding. My palm shivers and my heart pounds so hard, I can hear every thump ringing in my ears. I am restless and…terrified of Alpha and his…advances.

'Has the Alpha already eaten?' I retort in a snappy voice. I don't even know why I am so irritated. But I do know that I hate that wolf pacing freely around like he owns the place which he does while I am trapped here, clinging to the shower for my dear dignity.

'No, Luna! He is waiting for you to start. He has told me to tell you to join him or he will come here to get you, yourself.' The maid informs me with a smile in her voice.

If I were Sarvayoni of the Sarp-Samrajya, I would have opened the door and slapped that teasing smile out of her face. I would have given her mindfulness right here with no regrets. I might have fired her, ordered her execution—but I am Luna Aradhya of Alpha City, I am supposed to be calm, jovial, all smiley and amicable.

Fuck you!

'Tell him to eat himself. I am not feeling well.' I lie, racking my brain for better excuses.

'Luna, Alpha is ready to depart for the office. He told me to assure you that whatever business is withholding between you two wouldn't resume before evening. Tarifa has cooked your favourite octopus curry. She said you'd forget all about the bite and will be twirling around once you taste it. Please, join us.' The maid persisted.

What the f*****g hell? Is this how they interact around here? In such an uncivilized and informal manner? Aren't they supposed to follow that hierarchy, rank, and s**t? Damn, I have so much to learn if I wanna survive.

'I will be there in five minutes.' I shoo her way. If Alpha is going away, the coast is clear and I have nothing to worry about till…wait! Did he say the business is pending till the evening?

It means he will again pounce at me in the evening.

It is because of the business that I am confined in this bloody bathroom. Early in the morning when I'd rolled out of his arms and away from his seducing warmth that was making it hard for me to think, I did not know I was naked.

I remember how he'd stared up and down at the whole of my body with lust dripping out of his orbs. I was fidgeting with my fingers when he slipped off the bed and stood in front of me.

It was then that I'd noticed that he was a couple of feet taller than I was and that—either I have to look up or he'd have to look down if we wanted to have eye contact.

We tried both. I looked up at him to stare into his fading brown eyes while he peered into my ocean blue ones.

Oh, my! His eyes! It was the beginning of the ailment.

I was lost in admiring the shape of his beautiful eyes, the length, and the volume of his eyelashes that kissed his cheeks tenderly when he cupped one of my bare breasts and twirled a n****e in between his index finger and thumb.

The slight pinch jerked me back and I stumbled back to gape at him and then at my naked self. It all happened in one swift motion when he scooped me up in his arms and pushed me against the wall like a hungry beast.

‘You look so sexy.’ He growled in my ears hungrily as he rubbed his naked chest against my bare skin.

‘I want you so bad, mate. I want a release.’ His hands were everywhere from my hair to my cheeks, collarbone, arms, and waist.

Before I could fathom what was happening, he cupped my cheek, titled it an angle, and smashed his full lips upon mine—capturing my mouth in an urgent kiss.

He squeezed my sides, making me gasp, and used every strength of his to his advantage as he explored my mouth and the body. I was clamped.

Never have I ever been dominated by a male like that. The serpent is always gentle while making love. They treat the female with care and love, unlike wolves who are nothing more than hungry beasts ready to rip their males apart.

‘Kiss me back, goddammit!’ He slurred through the kiss, making me feel disgusted all over.

He groaned when I did not respond and flipped us off the wall and tossed us on the bed such that he was all over me. However, I was not crushed as I was expecting. His gestures were precise and accurate as he managed all of his weight on his arms and began to kiss my body.

His advances were determined with lust and hunger vibing out.

‘I love you so much, mate. I want you so bad.’

Does he want me? My eyes flew open. I put my palms on his shoulder and pushed a little. He did not stop.

On anything, he pinned both of my arms above my head and began fondling my mounds harshly. I was on the verge of breaking down in a screaming and crying mess as he assaulted my body with his teeth and mouth.

I’d never imagined the mating to be this full of dominance and urgency. My whole life revolved in front of my eyes when he spread my legs and touched the part.

His animalistic groans were filling me up with dread and I was about to put up a war when a ringing halted the motions.

Fortunately, a good soul had decided to interrupt us. Rudransh groaned in between my legs as he shuffled through his jeans and brought a sleek device up to his face.

As soon as his grip on my arms loosen, I sprinted to the first door I could spot at the time. I was panicked. I was in a daze as I was trying to recall what had happened and the look on Alpha’s face at my nakedness.

He looked possessed by his desires. He was like a mad dog, being starved for ages. I shivered.

His touch was demanding and his face held passion I’d never seen before. I shake myself out of the memory.

The left cabinet has bathrobes and towels. I fling it open to find the shelves stacked with variety.

Luna seems to have an obsession with lavender, jasmine, and orchids. Almost all of her products—from shampoo, to shower gel, and bathrobe—every single product have a shade of variety.

There are twelve shades of nail paints all lavenders amongst the pool of many. Her cosmetic collection is to die for. Unfortunately, the bathroom does not provide an entrance to the walk-in closet.

The wardrobe collection remains a mystery.

*****

'We are going out tonight.' Rudransh speaks while munching on some pasta. He'd not finished the first bite properly before he stuffed his mouth with another. I watched him eating like an ugly pig and scrunched my nose up.

It's ten in the same morning. But the person sitting across from me is completely opposite of the one I’d seen in the bedroom a few hours back.

This Rudransh at breakfast is calm, composed, and seems to have control over his mind. His hands don't itch closer to me anywhere. He doesn’t look desperate. His pupils are fine. His body language is composed.

I have to blink again and again to assure myself that I am seeing the same person.

Could he be bipolar? He doesn’t look anywhere near wanting to divulge me.

For me, it is strictly the doctor's list—salad, porridge, octopus curry, and soups.

However, Rudransh has all the liberty and audacity in the world as he shamelessly gallops the content without so much offering me a bite.

Back in Sarp-Samrajya, the King would not eat without offering me first. It's how the serpents are brought up. They'd first offer it to their females. It's a custom to ensure that the females are fed aptly. Maybe, things are different in this world.

'Ummm Ummm Ummm.' He speaks something incoherent that is barely understandable and fills me up with disgust.

I give him a confused look with raised eyebrows. He peers at me, chuckles, and gulps it down.

So much for the royalty! I snort internally. It might have been apparent on my face because he stops eating and looks at me with those horrendous eyes that freaked me out so much.

'You want something? Hug? Kiss? Are you trying to seduce me, Aary? Doc told me to keep distant for a week at least. I can ask him to make some light exceptions.' He sips a chunk of water in one go and speaks with a huff. A burp erupts from his stomach. It is the final seal.

Whatever respect I have had for this alpha male vanishes in the air. He is the most undeserving ruler I have ever seen. He must step down as soon as possible.

'I am gonna smooch if you don't stop looking at me.' He says leaning forward with a pout that I’d readily bite with my fangs.

I put my hands on his shoulder and lean back.

'Why are you eating like you have not eaten in days?' I ask what has been bothering me all this while, dodging the intimacy topic.

At least a week without worry!

He peers at me and shakes his head as if he has heard the most ridiculous question. He, then, chuckles as he wipes the side of his mouth.

'You have been off for more than thirty hours, Aary. I was so concerned. I could not sleep a blink. I was worried that..ahem. I did not eat, sleep, or work. I am such a great mate after all. Instead of being grateful, you harsh mate. You are questioning my way of eating. You should be feeding me with your hands.' He pouts while widening his clear brown eyes, resembling a baby.

What the hell is that? Is he a kid? What kind of ruler whines like a toddler? His antics confuse me a bit but I hold my emotions back and try to put on a small smile.

'Bye. I will miss you!' He jolts up in a sprint, without waiting for a reply. ‘Take your medicine on time, sleep, and relax. I have cleared your schedule for the day. You have the day for yourself, but the night is mine.’ He whispers the last part in a hoarse voice, pecks on my cheek, and steps back.

I watch as Rudransh shrugs the blazer on, winks at me teasingly, and walks out of the dining room.

I am left to wonder—what the hell was that?