Angelise's POV
Azrael's face stiffened, his eyes burning a dangerous crimson at the nickname I'd spat at him. But I wasn't done. The fire in my veins was hotter than his rage.
"You are now free to fuck her—or better yet, make her the head of your harem," I sneered, my gaze shifting to Amber. "I think she wouldn't mind even if you fancy to fuck pigs one day."
Silence strangled the room. Even Samuel looked like he'd seen a ghost. He could understand my anger, but insulting Azrael would only cost me punishment or worse, execution.
But to everyone's surprise, Azrael didn't say a word. He laughed, loud and cynical, as if he'd just heard the best joke in the world. Amber's face fell, stunned that he didn't trash me for the insults.
Azrael looked at me, his smile twisting into a cunning smirk. "I reject your rejection." He said.
This annoying prick. I gritted my teeth.
"I don't care!" I snapped. "It's over between us." My heart ached again, against the idea of separation. But if the Moon Goddess had sealed my fate with this jerk, obeying his demands like a dutiful mate, then heavens be damned! I'd rewrite it myself.
Silence filled the room again, suffocating enough for everyone but Azrael. He simply stared at me like I was some pet throwing a tantrum. Goosebumps crawled over my skin. The fact that I'd once been excited to marry him made me nauseous.
"Fine," Azrael murmured, surprising the other two in the room. Looking at me, he continued, "If I reject you and free you from this bond, do you think you can handle the consequences? Someone as fragile as you?"
"Even if you did, do you think any wolf out there is foolish enough to take you? A mere human like you who is rejected by someone like me." Stepping closer, he smirked, "No pack will dare to even offer shelter. You will end up having a fate worse than stray dogs, Angelise."
His every word stabbed deeper than claws. He was right, and that made me feel even worse. Alphas always held the upper hand when it came to rejection. When these womanizers reject their mates, especially omegas or worse humans, society would treat them like untouchables who need to be annihilated. I'd heard stories more terrible than nightmares.
"Yes, sis." Amber decided to butt again. "Be grateful that he didn't reject you like other Alphas mated to humans. He is even ready to marry you." She chimed sweetly. "You should stop acting childish."
The urge to throw something at her, at both of them, intensified within me. But Azrael's words haunted me, replaying like a broken record.
Surely, my papa would help, but can he go against his Alpha? After spending so much on our wedding, parading me all over the press, would Alpha Kendrick set me free? Just because his son was having fun with another woman?
Azrael smirked in victory. Heaving a sigh, he added, "Go back to your room and sleep. We will talk tomorrow." When I didn't respond, he walked over to me and held my hand, caressing it softly. "I promise I'll explain once you cool down."
My entire body scorched at his touch. "Don't touch me, you spineless scum!" I barked, shoving away his hand and slapped him.
Yes, I slapped him! So hard that he stumbled back a little. The sound echoed before a deafening silence took over the room. Azrael looked stunned, too stunned to speak. I glared at him in disgust, wiping my hand that had just touched his cheek.
"How dare you slap our future Alpha?" Amber snarled, stepping closer to me.
"Oh, don't be jealous, sweetie." I smiled bitterly. "You'll get one too."
I raised my hand to hit her, but Azrael caught it, his eyes glowing red again. Before I could react, he twisted it behind my back.
"Leave me, fucking asshole!" I barked, trying to free myself. But Azrael twisted it further, making me cry out loud in pain.
"I have tolerated enough of your tantrums, Angelise." Azrael hissed, his voice hot against my neck. He turned around and dragged me towards the study table. "I will teach you a lesson tonight. So harsh that you will never run that petty mouth of yours again."
"Get out!" he barked at Amber, then glaring at Samuel. Both quickly ran out of the room, not even caring to look at me.
Dread swallowed me whole, the earlier defiance vanishing completely. With his free hand, he wiped out all the things on the table. "Leave me!" I cried, my eyes widening at his madness.
To my respite, Azrael released me. But his hands reached out to the neck of my dress. In a swift motion, he tore it apart, leaving me in my thin undergarments. I gasped, my hands instantly covering my chest. His eyes trailed over my exposed skin before stopping between my thighs.
I tried to escape, but he was quick. Too quick to turn me around. He stood behind me before forcing me to bend over the table. His hand pressed my head, sticking my cheek to the table's wood. My body trembled. I continued to escape, but it was useless against his strength.
My heart rammed against my chest, tears stinging my eyes. "Let me go!" I begged, my voice breaking into small chokes. "Please…"
I could feel him smirk in victory. But he didn't let me go. His grip only tightened on my hair. "Not today, sweetheart. You have crossed the line and need to be tamed." He murmured with a sneer. His fingers slid down my neck, making me shiver in terror. They paused at the hem of my panties, tugging them gently.
My blood ran cold, tears finally breaking free. Oh, I was doomed!
Just before he could rip it away, along with whatever pride was left in me, the doors burst open.
"Alpha Kendrick and Luna Beatrice are looking for you." A woman cried, her voice drenched in panic. "They want to see you right now!" she added.
"Dammit." Azrael cursed under his breath. "You're dead, Sam!" he muttered, quite sure that rat had informed his parents.
Relief flooded me as he released his grip. My chest heaved, but dread returned when Azrael forced me to turn around and face him.
"Argh," I hissed as he gripped my chin, his eyes glowing red. My grip tightened on the edge of the table, my legs trying their best to support me.
"Don't even think of escaping, sweetheart," Azrael warned, his intentions quite clear. "I'll chase you down no matter where you hide." Caressing my bottom lip with his thumb, he smiled, "So, save your energy. You will need it later in bed."