The lunch with the elders went smoothly. They were able to express their greetings to Zion and Amaris. Even Cyran and Isei, the elders from the Night Howlers Clan, apologized for the attack in the Demon Clan's territory.
Sura promised to release the succubus and the harpies as per Amaris request. Elder Cyran admitted that he was the one who ordered the capture of the hybrid who was seen flying near the Demon Clan's boundaries.
Zion and Amaris talked to Halia and told her their plans on visiting the Fae Clan territory to look for the protrea. The elder was happy and would be anticipating their arrival.
When they returned to Verlice Castle, Ophelia brought the Book of Malum again to check Zion's doom.
"A wolf gifted with immortality and powers given by the Gods will meet his destined mate. A love started with the glow of the moonlight would always end in darkness. Betrayal comes after love while death comes after life." Ophelia read what was written in the book.
Zion didn't say a word. He was quietly sitting on the couch in his office beside Amaris. Ophelia left after sensing a dark aura towards the Alpha.
"If you want to be alone, I can-"
"Are you scared?" Zion asked, cutting her off.
"No. But I'm worried about you." She sincerely answered.
Then he pulled her closer to him, embracing her tightly. He sighed before giving her a kiss on the forehead.
"We have to prepare for our journey to the Fae Clan. We will leave in a week. I need you to train as well. I am not sure what awaits us during our trip . Their territory was the nearest here but there are a lot of dangerous places on the way there. Maxine already started her training. You could join them or train on your own. Would you like me to ask Cole to train you?" He asked.
Amaris hesitated to answer his question. But she was thinking if she could train him instead.
"Do you prefer me over my men?"
She nodded. "Yes. I wanted to train and try transforming into my ten forms. For that, I need someone stronger."
"I see. Do you remember what kind of creatures they are?" Zion asked, curiosity piqued.
"I don't think so. Mother unlocked a memory of mine, but I could only remember three forms." She said.
Zion stared at her, waiting for her to tell him about her ten forms.
"My first and original form is Hikari, the nine-tailed fox. I could create illusions, could see and hear anything in Terra when I'm in that form. The other one is Elwyn, you saw her right. Then the third is Rielle, a mermaid. I'm not sure of the other seven forms, but I think I could figure it out if I train with you." She said in a gentle voice.
"Okay. I can't say no to my Luna. Would you like to start now?" He asked.
She didn't answer. Since this morning, Amaris felt like Zion was avoiding her. He did kiss her in the suite provided to them in Levaerun, but that was it. She couldn't blame him. Everything they did today will be forgotten by her the next day. What kind of man would be happy to stay with that kind of woman? She thought.
"Ari?" He called.
"Y-Yes. I'll change in the bedroom. I can't train with this kind of outfit." She said.
Zion stared at her while she walked out of his office. He sighed. He wanted to touch her so badly, but he was hesitating.
'Why? Are you scared? Since when? If you are like that, she might devour us someday.' It was his wolf.
'What do you mean by that?' He frowned.
'Look. An Alpha cannot be that weak. I understand your disappointment grew everyday. But what can you do about it? She was cursed. Are you avoiding her because she hurt your pride or are you just overwhelmed with her powers?'
'No! I was happy to know that she was a strong and powerful Luna. I'm disappointed with myself because I can't do something about her curse. I mean, my curse was broken because of her, but I don't know how to break hers.' Zion answered.
After a talk with his wolf, he went to the bedroom to change clothes. He slowly opened the door and looked for Amaris. He frowned when he didn't see her inside. He checked the walk-in closet, but she wasn't there either. Then he heard something in the bathroom.
He was shocked by the sound coming from the bathroom. Is that Amaris? He thought inwardly. He could hear moans and screams of pleasure inside.
He suddenly felt the rage in him. The door was locked and with his strength, he kicked it so hard that it broke on the floor.
Amaris' eyes widened when Zion suddenly barged in the bathroom. His eyes were fuming with anger and he had a dark expression on his face.
Zion was stunned by what he saw. It was his Luna pleasuring herself with a mini vibrator. He thought she was with someone so he suddenly got angry and broke the door.
"T-This is -, I-I was-" She couldn't find the right words to explain what she was doing.
She was caught masturbating by his mate, how embarrassing. Her cheeks flushed and couldn't look him in the eyes. She lowered her gaze while biting her lips.
"I-I'm sorry. I couldn't control it." She murmured.
Zion didn't move from where he was, but he was dying to touch her. She was sitting naked on the edge of the bathtub with her legs wide open while pleasuring herself. How could he possibly control himself?
"Why didn't you call me?" He asked, staring at her.
"B-Because I thought you're not in the mood to do it. B-But my body feels so hot, and I needed to be touched." She answered in a stammering voice.
Zion rushed into her and grabbed the back of her head.
"Would you like to be touched so badly? Answer me, Ari!" He almost yelled.
"I only want to be touched by you. I may forget you over and over, but my body was craving for you. Only you, my love. Touch me, please." She begged.
Zion smirked. Then he removed his shirt and unbuckled his pants. Amaris gulped when she saw his hardened flesh.
"Open your mouth. If you want me so badly, you have to pleasure me first.." He ordered.