The Mallapers Are Rising: A Rejected Werewolf Story

Chapter Two

Leyla's Point Of View 

My eyelids were heavy and my limbs were twisted in the softest silk sheets that I had ever felt. My body was soaked into the mattress as the smell of lavender filled the air. I felt at peace, I felt happy. There was nothing that could ruin the peaceful slumber that I had just enjoyed. I peeled my eyes open to the noise of a shower. 

It was then that I looked around the room, it's furnishings and decor was similar and an interesting scent filled my nostrils. Where the hell am I? A door swung open and steam soon filled the room. What the hell is he doing here?

There he stood, the brown-eyed god that I idolised. His hair was wet, their were droplets of water dripping down his body. One particular droplet was making its way down his six-packed torso. He was ripped and his muscles were refined. I couldn't help but admire the view in front of me. I had never had the opportunity to admire him. My eyelids were heavy and I was in daze at the vision in front of me. 

"Good morning my love, it's good to see your awake. It's also good to see your enjoying the view as well." Ryan winked. The towel left nothing to the imagination. My eyes widened at the words he just shared. 

The shock on my face is apparent, my mouth was hanging open. What the fuck was going on? I looked down at my appearance and I was naked as the day I was born. I pulled the sheets to my sheets and looked at him. "What the fuck am I doing here Ryan?"

"What are you talking about babe? Your meant to be here?" His face contorted with confusion. 

"What are you talking about, you don't want me as your mate?" I shouted. 

"Babe, what are you talking about? Your my mate of course I want you. I spent all last night showing you how much I want you." He growled as he pounced on the bed. He landed on top me trapping me in between his had with his elbows, elevating his body from me. 

His lips smack mine in an intense kiss, the sparks were inflamed and all I could feel was the pure unadulterated passion. I could feel him push his feelings of love and adoration through the bond. I soaked in it as it consumed me, it was like I was sinking as I felt his body grind against mine. 

He pulls back and looks me in the eye. His gaze filled with want and love. "I love you Leyla." He whispered. "I can't wait for tonight, it's the full-moon and finally you will be mine. I will mate and mark you. I will be yours, forever and always."

"Ryan?" The question in my tone was clear. "What happened to Elisha?" I asked. 

"Elisha?" He questioned. 

"Yes Lady Elisha?" I replied. 

"What about her babe? We don't really talk, we've met a few times but you know I don't like her. She's too much of an opportunist." Ryan replied. 

My forehead furrowed at his response, I am seriously confused at what is going on right now. How did I end up at palace? I thought I escaped? My thoughts were interrupted by a knock on the door. 

"Come on love birds! We need to get you ready for tonight!" Lamia shouted cheerily through the door. 

Ryan groaned and pressed his forehead against mine, irritated by the interruption. He pushed himself off the bed and chucked his towel showing me his bare bottom. It was a sight to behold. He quickly chucked on some clothes and made his way to the door. "I'll see you later babe before my mother interrupts again." He chuckled. 

As he made his way out, the woman who had never graced me with a smile walked in with the happiest face you could ever imagine. "Goodbye Ryan!" She shouted over her shoulder. "Now Leyla, let's get you ready for the day." She closed the door and smiled. 

"You know, I am so happy that my son has finally found his mate." Lamia said with a smile as she made her way to me. I was still in the bed with the sheets pulled to my chest. My heart was thumping as she got closer. 

"It's just shame really." Her happy eyes then turned cold. "You won't live to be his mate." A sinister smile was curved onto her eyes as she pulled a silver dagger and thrusted into my chest. I could feel myself choke on the breath in my lungs as she whispered "Goodbye Leyla."

I closed my eyes and gasped. I pushed myself off the hard ground. Sweat clinging to my skin. I was withering in pain, thrashing around on the ground. 

CALM DOWN LEYLA, YOUR SAFE. WE ARE SAFE. IT'S JUST A DREAM. Amira screamed in my mind.

What the fuck just happened Amira! I replied as I groaned in pain.  

We don't have time Leyla! We will talk about it later. Get in the water. Quickly! Amira ordered. 

I pushed myself up from my back and crawled on my knees to the water. I pushed myself forward feeling the water in between my fingers as I dragged myself into the pond. The cold water soothing my skin, washing away the aches from my limbs, why does it feel so good?

That's it Leyla, keep going. You can do this! Amira shouted. 

I pushed and pushed until I could feel my whole body submerge into the water. The moon high in the sky as I felt my body sink into the water. The moon wasn't quite full but was still bright and shinning in the sky. 

Let yourself go Leyla, trust me. Push your head below the water. Amira ordered.

It was then that I pushed my head below the water and I felt the water rush past my head. I closed my eyes and let the water sooth my aches and broken heart. The pain was in my head was overwhelming but I swear I could hear Nona's soft voice in my head whispering words of comfort. 

Fight my pup, you are strong, I will always love you.