Marked By The Demon Triplet Alpha Kings

Aurora

“Mum,” I mouthed as I was unable to speak.

It was as if my voice was seized by an invisible force.

Tears ran freely down my eyes as I was blasted by my emotions.

It was hard to control, I couldn’t help but succumb to it.

More tears poured from my eyes like flood the moment reality clicked in me.

Mum.

I haven’t said that word in years.

All I knew was pain, suffering a little moment of love before I was hit by abandonment.

My throat was blocked, and my voice was cracked. My vision was blurry.

Without moving an inch, I stood rooted to a spot, admiring my mother with teary eyes.

Goddess, I missed her.

She hadn’t aged a bit.

It was like her beauty doubled over the years, but beneath her perfect looking face were dark circles and eye bags lodged under her eyes.

I needed no soothsayer to tell me that she had been crying during one of those sleepless nights.

My grip tightened around the tiny strap of my bag as I tried to wipe my tears.

Old memories crashed upon me. I almost dropped to my feet because of the heavy weight.

“Go to her, Aurora,” Rue encouraged me. I could feel the emotions behind her firm voice.

But I couldn’t. Not because I didn’t want to feel the warmth of her body against mine.

I was just overwhelmed by emotions, I almost forgot to breathe.

Silence hung in the air as everyone in the room stared at us.

The moment my mother threw her arms wide open, I ran towards her, throwing myself into her embrace.

I sobbed hard, burying my face in between her boobs while my hands clutched her tightly.

I was afraid that she would slip from my arms again.

I didn’t want to lose her the second time.

“Baby,” she sniffed, tightening the hug as tears dropped on my hair.

“I thought I lost you. I thought I would never see you again. Every night, I soak my pillow begging the moon goddess to lead you to me.”

Wiping her tears, she cleared her throat. “I thought that was the last time. I almost went to the King’s castle to get you. Your father kept ringing how dangerous it was. But thank goddess that you are here. I cannot believe this,” she cried before breaking the hug.

Her surprised eyes didn’t leave mine as she kept staring at me in disbelief.

“If someone told me you would come back, I wouldn’t have believed. But look at this. What a miracle.”

Her hands wouldn’t stop running all over me as if to confirm that I was real.

“Stefan, look, our daughter is back!” she announced to my father, who appeared stunned.

“What is this?” I heard his voice booming across the room and his heavy approaching footsteps.

Since I had known him, I’ve never seen him walk so fast.

“Goddess, she is real!” He exclaimed, carrying me up like I was weightless before spinning me around.

By the time my legs hit the floor, I clutched to him for support as I almost lost balance due to dizziness.

“This is a miracle.”

Without uttering more words, he engulfed me in a bear hug. I practically disappeared into his body as his huge frame covered me.

“I missed you. Your mother and I never forgot about you,” he whispered against my ears before patting my back slowly.

I could tell from his voice that he was a little away from breaking down in tears, just like my mum, but he held himself.

Men.

A smile crossed my face when I felt my mum’s arms wrapped around me and my father.

It was like a stolen part of me was recovered, knowing I have a family that loved me.

A feeling of completeness washed over me, causing me to be at ease.

“Assemble everyone for a party at the pack house. My daughter is back!”

*****

I took a stroll in the evening, wandering along the lonely part of the pack house.

The exclusive dining room where my father dined with high ranked guests came into view, causing memories to slap me hard.

It was like yesterday.

I could imagine the scene as it wouldn’t stop playing in my head.

My fingers grazed my arm, and goosebumps descended in thousands.

Familiar sparks ran down my spine as I remembered my first encounter with Damon.

His curious hazel eyes didn’t leave mine when I bumped into him and broke the drinks I was supposed to serve him.

I thought the result of my action would lead to my death, but instead of punishing me for staining his expensive shirt, he made a fool out of Nathalia for trying to ridicule me.

A smile crossed my face before it vanished in seconds.

Speaking of Nathalia, Eve told me that she committed suicide, unable to bear the shame of becoming a slave after impersonating me unknowingly as the Alpha’s daughter.

Though I was mad at Nathalia for the extreme way she treated me, a part of me was sad at her death.

I wished I was around to save her from dying.

Eve and I had spent yesterday tending to her grave and replacing the wilted flowers with fresh ones.

A sad sigh washed over my face as I stood rooted to a spot.

Memories hit me hard, making me shake my head in regret.

The spot was where Nathalia and I fought after Damon had left. She accused me of bewitching him because he wouldn’t even spare her a look despite her numerous attempts to get his attention.

It didn’t take long before my Alpha seed awoke, and shocking secrets dropped like a bombshell.

It was just like yesterday.

A searing pain shot up from my shoulders to my back where the tattoo laid.

I could feel it move a bit. It wasn’t a cause for alarm as it was normal since I had the Alpha blood flowing through my veins.

Valerie, Nathalia’s mother, thought she could fool everyone, not knowing that lies wouldn’t stay forever. One day, the truth would be exposed, and a lot of damage would be done.

“Rest in peace, Nathalia,” I muttered, closing my eyes while staying rooted to the spot as I decided to give her one minute of silence.

“There you are.” A familiar voice startled me, making me jerk.

“It’s you, Eve,” I called when I recognized her figure.

“I was looking for you everywhere. Your parents want to see you and I think it’s a very important discussion.” she explained.

“Okay then, let’s go,” I replied.

Very important discussion. That explains why they had been discussing in a serious tone since I came.

What could it be?

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“Since you came, I noticed they had something eating them up.” Eve started.

“I noticed too. Especially after my three day welcome party. I thought I was overthinking things, but it’s been two weeks since my arrival, and they still seemed bothered about something I couldn’t figure out.” I sighed in frustration.

“I hope someone is not dying.”

“I hope so too,” Eve chimed in.

“Has the pack been under attack since I left?” I asked, trying to figure out what the problem was.

“None that I know. King Damon has been protecting our pack and provides for us.”

A part of me felt relieved at Damon’s kindness.

Maybe he wasn’t a bad person after all.

My smile faded when my eyes landed on Eve.

“Why are you still in your maid uniform? I thought I’ve given you freedom to live a normal life with your mate, have kids, and raise a family,” I complained, folding my arms against my chest in displeasure.

Eve deserved to have her own life. She had been so good to me since the day I was born. She was quick to save me and take the blame whenever Nathalia wanted to punish me.

She was more than my friend.

“Today is my last day, honey, I promise.” She threw an apologetic look at me before rubbing my back.

“I’ll be leaving tomorrow,” I announced, waiting for her reaction.

“Already?” She gasped in shock, throwing her hands in the air as a sad look crept on her face. “You’ve barely been here for two weeks. I thought you would stay for three months before going.”

“I’ll definitely come back. I just came to make an appearance, especially to my parents. When I’m done setting things in place, I’ll be back. Meanwhile, I am no longer the Alpha King’s property, I’m his mate. I can come here whenever I wish.” I tried to convince her, which worked perfectly.

“I have to leave now. See you tomorrow,” Eve said when we arrived at the door of my parents’ room before giving me a hug.

“Take care of yourself and enjoy your freedom,” I replied to her before breaking from the hug and watching her leave.

I placed a soft knock on the door, and it flew open almost immediately, making me wonder if they knew I was close.

“Hy dad,” I greeted, hugging my father, who sat on his favourite spot before hugging my mum.

“Hey, mum.”

“Hy, baby,” she responded, snuggling closer before kissing my forehead tenderly.

I couldn’t help but melt under her touch.

“We called you to have a little discussion with you before you leave tomorrow. You can think over it as you are travelling back to meet your mates.” She started maintaining a serious look on her face.

My heartbeat accelerated as I expected the worst but prayed for the best.

I hope my happiness wasn’t short-lived again.

“You see, we are not getting older, and you are our only child. We were thinking that if something happens to us and we are no more, you should take over the pack alongside your mate and rule over it. This will make you more powerful. With the triplets by your side, no one would dare attack your pack.”

I released the breath that I didn’t know I was holding as relief flooded me.

It was great news.

“That’s what you have been discussing?” I asked, looking at my father, who nodded in agreement to what my mother said.

“We need you to take good care of this pack as the future Queen and Luna. I know you would make us proud. Is that a promise, sweetheart?” Her hands lifted my cheeks as she looked deep into my eyes.

Without thinking much. I smiled, nodding my head in agreement. “I promise you.”

“I trust you, honey. I shall inform my Beta right away. ” he said, leaving me and my mum in the room excitedly.

My eyes were pinned on the door for a moment before they stared into space, as if lost.

Sadness and uncertainty crawled into my heart.

“What is wrong, honey? Are you thinking about what we just said?”

“No, ma. It’s just Damon.” I started. My face dropped in sadness as his image flashed across my mind.

“I still find it hard to forgive him even after he apologized. I don’t think I can forgive him, let alone forget it because he hurt me badly.” My voice cracked as I was already close to tears.

Without any judgemental words, my mother drew me close before patting my shoulder lightly.

“Everyone is bound to make mistakes, Aurora. No one knows it all. Damon has his strengths and weaknesses, too. Sometimes, in marriage, no matter what your partner does, you have to forgive as long as he has acknowledged it, apologized, and vowed never to do it again.”

“Take a deep breath and let go. Heal and see his positive sides more than the negative ones. I don’t think he is a bad person. He is just impatient, and he needs you. You are more patient, and you can help him deal with this.”

Her words echoed in my head, changing my perspective, and the sadness I felt was slowly fading away.

“Don’t hate him. Just forgive him. You’ll be fine. Don’t ignore him or give him silent treatment. It is unhealthy for your relationship.”

I shut my eyes, sucking a deep breath before letting it out. Calmness and peace replaced the anger, bitterness, hurt, and loneliness that I felt.

“Thank you, mum. I feel so much better. I love you.”

“I love you too, honey, and I’m missing you already. You should visit more often, okay?”

“Yes, mum.”

“Go to bed, you need to wake up early so that you can get there in time. And remember that you are the best thing that happened to me.”

“I will. Goodnight.” I said, planting a kiss on her head and inhaling her scent before walking into my bedroom.