Chapter 37 Chapter 37 Alpha Ethan POV I walked out of the gardens before I would do another stupid thing , her words still playing inside of me . You are a beast who thinks that he can control everyone just because they are under you . She was right . I was changing - rapidly . By the day . In ways , I couldn't even explain to myself . The man I was months ago wouldn't have allowed a maid to challenge him with her gaze , much less with her words . Yet Haven had done both . I shook my head to clear the thought , I can't let her affect me . She is nothing to me , just a cheap maid and a slave . I smiled to myself as the thought of me being with Raven the next morning and also having a taste of her Rashed through my mind . The soft glow of the hallway lights guided me back to my room . I opened the door quietly and found Olivia curled beneath the covers , her soft breathing the only sound filling the space . She looked peaceful . I stood there for a while , watching her chest rise and fall , and for some reason , I felt guilty . Why was Iso interested in a maid and not having time for my mate the way I used to , even though she was also changing towards me ? I stood there frozen in embrace until I walked over and pulled the covers back gently to slip into bed beside her . Her scent was familiar , once comforting . Now it merely reminded me of what I was supposed to want . What the Moon Goddess had given me . But ! couldn't stop myself from thinking of Raven - her defiance , her fire , har kps trembling as she tried not to cry . And also something about her that felt off , but I couldn't quite place it . I closed my eyes and forced my thoughts to silence . Sleep was flecting that night . The Next Day The next morning came with a dull ache in my head and tension in my muscles . I rose early , the house still quiet , the scent of dew clinging to the a through the cracked window , I showered , dressed in a loose black shirt and fitted trousers , and headed toward the study . Thad summoned her . But when I got there , she wasn't there . Just make a cup of coffee and wait for her if she doesn't come , then she will face my punishment . I was halfway through a cup of strong black coffee when I heard it - the knock . Firm , Timed , Controlled . Just like I told her to do . I set the cup down and walked to the door , opening it . There she stood - Raven A hoodie . Just as instructed . No makeup , Hair tied up messily . Her eyes , though , were alive with a hundred storms . " You're on time , " said flatly . She nodded , stepping inside without a word . Her gaze moved quickly across the room , avoiding mine , then landing on the rug before the desk . What are you waiting for ? " Strip . " I told her . She froze . A flicker of defiance crossed her face , followed by a slow breath . She didn't move . I tilted my head , watching her . " You agreed to the appointment , Raven . " Her lips parted slightly , the fight already bolling in her chest . This is humiliating ," she said under her breath But not as humiliating as when I will hand you over to the council , Chapter 37 . " You knew what this would be . " " I didn't know it would be this again I walked close , slowly , until I was inches from her . " The agreement was full obedience . You want to live , don't you ? I'm giving you that chance She clenched her jaw . Her hands trembled as she pulled the handle over her head , and slowly removed it , revealing the soft , pale skind remembere wore nothing underneath . My eyes moved slowly , tracing the curve of her collarbune , the tight buds of her nipples reacting to the air . Her breathing changed - but she didn't cry , Not this time . I took my time . Minutes passed in silence as I let my eyes take her in . I had seen her naked before , but somehow this moment held a weight hadn't expected . Every inch of her was familiar - and yet , she was still untouchable . Ställ mine, but not mine . " You can't help yourself , can you ? " she whispered , I didn't answer . Instead , I reached for my shirt , pulling it over my head , then unbuttoning my pants . Her eyes dropped before flicking back up to my face . " Turn , " I said , My voice was gravel , need lacing every word . " Hold the table . " She obeyed - slowly . Her hands rested on the edge , her back arching just enough to present herself fully I stepped behind her , my hand trailing lightly along her spine . She shivered . You know what ? You are my little slave , and your job is to satisfy me , I whispered in her ears , which made her shiver . I stroked my dick a little more as I hold her waist , positioning her perfectly so I could get a better view of her butt . Just as I was was about to thrust into her , a sharp knock broke the silence . I stiffened instantly . Raven gasped , straightening quickly , but I grabbed her wrist . " Don't move , " I said , my voice sharp . The knock came again - louder this time . " Alpha ? " a voice called from outside the door . Male . One of the guards . I swore under my breath , rage bubbling beneath the surface . Of all the times- " I said , don't move . " Raven stood frozen , her eyes wide and cheeks flushed . I walked to the door , not bothering to pull my shirt back on , and opened it just enough to peer cut . " What ? " I snapped . " There's ... been a situation in the northem border patrol , " the guard said quickly , eyes lowering at the sight of me . " You're needed immediately " I closed the door harder than necessary . My jaw clenched . Behind me , Raven was still standing , wrapped in tension and shame . I took one more look at her . " Get dressed . " I muttered , walking past her . 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