Ruby in Red

As a young business owner, creating poisons and potions, Ruby has her ideal life. But when the Prince suggests he leave her passion behind to become his wife, she grows a resentment towards the crown and its kingdom. And when her path crosses with none other than the North Pack Alpha, she can't help but feel worlds are colliding. She must make a choice between a cruel prince, a deadly poison, or a stranger that she can't help but feel holds her heart.

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He continues to stare down at me, and lowers his head. His lips meet mine and he closes his eyes. I stand, frozen. I can't move, or break away from him, he's still hugging me tightly against his chest. My arms are pinned to my sides by his. He breaks the kiss looking at me, and smiles. It's not his usual smile. It's cold and calculating. Perhaps I didn't think my plan through fully.
"You can by my advisor, but only if you keep this a secret," he whispers into my ear. I nod silently, ignoring the tears that gather below my eyes. I stare straight ahead to see the Alpha I met earlier. His eyes are dark and I see him growl, although I don't hear it. I can't help but feel guilty. I need to go to him, to hug him. To feel his strong arms around me, protecting me.

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#78 in "woods" 10/15/19
#10 in "littleredridinghood" 09/15/19
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