Bride of the Cursed Alpha (Auren and Lucien)

Tamara POV

The night of the wedding felt like a dream. I couldn't believe it was finally here. It was the day Matt had been waiting for, but it still seemed surreal. After he had proposed to me; I had accepted it because I didn't have it in me to resist him anymore. He had protected me and my family in ways more than one could even think of. Though after the proposal, I wanted to go back to college and continue, mom and dad were vehemently against it. They were afraid that unless every cultist was behind the bars, I shouldn't venture into the human town. Even Matt's parents were dead against the idea.

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I looked at myself in the mirror. My gown was elegant-crafted with delicate silk and intricate lace. It was crafted by Marion, the woman who had designed my mom's wedding gown as well. Marion was beaming with ecstasy. She had tears in her eyes as she looked at me.noveldrama

"You look so beautiful, Tamara!" she said, clasping her hands.

I saw mom coming into the room. She came up beside me, a proud smile lighting up her face. "You look stunning, darling," she said softly, her voice filled with emotion, as she looked at my reflection in the mirror.

I turned to her, trying to smile through the knot in my throat. "Mom..." I whispered and she hugged me tightly. There were tears in her eyes and I knew that she had tried her best not to cry for the entire day. She had lost me when I was a pup, and she was again going to send me away after a gap of ten

years. Her emotions were at an all-time high. And so were mine.

She pulled herself away. Her eyes softened as she placed a hand on my shoulder. "You've come so far, Tam," she said, wiping her tears. "This is the start of a new journey as the Luna of the Everflame pack. You were always meant for this, for him. That's why destiny chose to put you in his protection even when you were just a pup."

Tears welled in my eyes and I didn't fight them back. The emotions of the day, the weight of everything we had gone through to get here, were all crashing over me at once, "Mom, I'll miss you all!" And I hugged her back. from the periphery of my vision, I saw father entering the room along with Oscar and Hans. My father, Alpha Lucien, was absolutely the most handsome werewolf in the world. Just like my brother. Even at this age, he looked like a young human male in his twenties. "Daddy," I said and rushed to him. He opened his arms and embraced me.. "Tammy..." he whispered through his emotion-choked throat. "You've made me proud, little girl He kissed the crown of my head and released me. "You two are perfect for each other," he said with a smile in a warm voice. "He's a lucky guy."

Oscar and Hans ran up to me and wrapped their little arms around my waist. I chuckled softly as I hugged them back.

"Tammy, Hans and I are planning to come over to your pack next month!" Oscar said excitedly.

Next month? It was only a week away. Sigh... how could I deny them. "Okay," I replied with a smile.

"You can take us with you on your honeymoon," Hand added. My parents barked a laugh.

"Enough!" Father admonished them playfully.

Oscar pouted. "But Matt said that he doesn't have a problem. We are all going to play during her honeymoon. I've packed all my games already!”

Mom shook her head. She slapped them both on their backs playfully. "Go, and see if the guests have arrived. We have to go to the moon temple soon."

All at once, Oscar and Hans were epitome of sincerity. "Yes, we'll check it!"

They rushed downstairs, talking loudly about it. wondered where Bradley was. He was so sullen that I didn't know how to speak with him. Summer's sudden disappearance was creating havoc on him. My brother, who was once so bubbly and joyous, had withdrawn. It was really painful to see him so miserable. Father had sent his people to find Summer, but it had been a week and there was no news about her.

Mom held my hand as we all went out where the cars were waiting. I sat with mom and dad. Where was Brad? We arrived at the moon goddess temple, and when I got down, I felt the tension in the air. There were bear shifters and the werewolves in the crowd, all looking at us with anticipation. It was a big wedding, full of expectations because according to the Shamans, this was a wedding that reignited the unity of the two shifter communities.

14.06 Mon, 26 May MT

As I walked toward the main building, I saw how candles lined the path. The smell of incense hung in the air, mingling with the scent of flowers ky hea was racing and my pulse quickened. Daddy offered me his arm, and I took it nervously. He walked me to the main sanctum and that's where I noticed Brad. He was standing with Matt. He gave a smile, and relief surged through me.

Matt stood in the main sanctum, dressed in his formal attire. His jaw clenched as he looked at me. The moment our eyes met, his facial expression softened. That familiar protective gaze I had always loved was now locked on me. Butterflies fluttered in my stomach, as I took slow steps toward him

He took my hand in his as father stepped back and went to stand with mom. The ceremony began with the traditional blessings from Shaman. Then came the exchange of vows. I took Matt's hand in mine, feeling their warmth.

His eyes filled with intensity as he gazed at me. His grip tightened around my hand. "Tamara, my heart has always been yours. You've been the light of my life through all the trials, the pain, and the laughter. I promise to love you, protect you, and honor you as my equal. 1, Matt Erikson, accept you as my mate and wife until death do us part. Even beyond that."

I swallowed. "Matt, I've loved you always. I promise to stand by your side, through everything life brings, no matter what comes our way. I, Tamara Vastof, accept you as my mate until death do us part."

The vows spoken between us felt raw, real. Like some energy stirred around us.

The Shaman asked us to give us our hands. We stretched it in front of him and he sliced our hands. He offered our blood to the goddess, and then joined our hands. A shudder ran down my spine. Something ancient, sealed us, sealing the bond between two communities.

"You are man and wife. Alpha and Luna." Shaman looked at Matt. "You may now kiss the bride."

Matt stare intensified. He cupped my face with his large palms, and seized my lips in a sizzling kiss. I moaned in his touch, in his kiss. Goddess, I needed him so urgently now that I felt I'd die if he didn't mark me now.

Loud clapping and cheers erupted, snapping our thoughts. I flushed hard as I stepped away from Matt, wondering how long we were kissing. Matt held my hand in his tightly, like a promise to never leave me. He had this grin on his face, like he was victorious, like he had achieved what he had wanted in his life. As we walked out of the temple, all the pack members cheered for us, clapping and shouting blessings.

Later, after the ceremony, the celebration began. The food was exquisite, the laughter filled the air. With all my family near me and the threat gone, I felt a profound sense of relief. We were all finally together, celebrating and being happy.

Matt took me to the dance floor and danced his heart out. When I was tired, he picked me up in his arms and danced. Finally, he sat down with me in his lap. He pressed my head to his chest, and murmured, "I can't wait to mark you, love."

"And I can't wait to be marked by you," I murmured back.

His chest vibrated with a low rumble. "I love you!"

Suddenly, we heard a glass clinking. It was Brad. I got up straight in Matt's lap. Brad looked at us and smiled. "To Matt and Tamara, you both have overcome a lot of hurdles to be with each other. May your love continue to grow!"

Everyone raised their glasses in agreement. Matt rested his hand gently on the small of my back. He lowered his mouth to my ear. "Let's slip out." He took my hand and led me outside to his car. Mom and dad were there. I bade them an emotional goodbye.

And soon we were heading toward his pack with Seth following us.