Tempted By my Evil Lycan Stepbrother novel Chapter 8

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Chapter 8: He Fucked Up My Life

Riley’s POV

Me and Ezra Ravenshire are mate

This has to be the worst news ever.

He took a few steps, then turned back when he saw I wasn’t following “Hurry. Didn’t you beg me to come to this stupid thing? What are you waiting for now?”

I let out a pained groan in my head.

Still, I had no choice but to follow him toward the laurel tree, while keeping a safe distance behind. Didn’t want anyone to see that I was with him.

The moment he stepped out from the trees, the crowd erupted in cheers. Mom was the most excited. She clutched her chest, her cheeks flushed with excitement. She clearly hadn’t expected him to show up.

I rolled my eyes and quietly slipped back to Roy’s side.

“Hey, you’re back. I was wondering where you went,” he said, surprised.

“I, uh… I needed to use the bathroom.”

“Well, you almost missed our prince’s grand entrance.” Roy’s eyes drifted toward Ezra, a little envy in his voice. “Look at that. Everyone’s thrilled he’s here. They all love him. Even if he doesn’t find his mate tonight, I bet he’ll still leave with a dozen new admirers.”

“Well he’s never short on those,” I muttered darkly.

Just then, I heard King Soren’s booming voice. He clapped Ezra on the shoulder and laughed, “You’re late son. I almost thought you’d already found your mate and decided to skip the party.‘

Ezra’s lazy voice followed. “Of course not. I just got held up on the way… by a needy little pup.”

I gritted my teeth. God, I hate him.

“No worries Ezra. There are plenty of pretty girls here tonight. Maybe you’ll find your mate here.” Mom said, even a little flatteringly.

Ezra shrugged and walked toward the group of girls, causing an immediate stir among them. Every girl blushed looking at him. Their eyes literally sparkled with excitement. And they were all trying desperately to talk to him.

I get it.

He does look like a dream. Handsome, and charming and perfect on the outside.

But only I know what a complete jerk he is on the inside.

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The music started up and the ball officially began. I saw Ezra pick a girl as his first dance partner and lead her onto the floor. The rest who didn’t get picked looked on with obvious jealousy.

His move sparked the crowd. More boys and girls joined the dance floor hand in hand, until it was full of twirling couples.

Roy and I stood awkwardly at the edge. No one really noticed us. Every time a girl walked by, Roy would straighten his back hopefully, and then he’d slump again in disappointment when they left.

“Why can’t you just ask them to dance?” I sighed.

He shook his head in defeat. “No one’s going to say yes. They all want someone like Ezra.” He then glanced at me. “And you don’t have to stay here if you don’t want to. I’ll be fine”

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“I doubt anyone wants to dance with me either,” I said. Just look at how all the boys avoided me. Apparently, my school rep had followed me here too.

But I couldn’t stand to see way only friend this bummed out. So I brushed off my dress and held my hand out to him.

“Come on. I like this song ”

He looked shocked. “M–Me? No, you don’t need to

“We’ll just dance as friends. Now quick. I really need some fun tonight.”

With that, I didn’t wait for a response. I simply grabbed his hand and pulled him into the crowd.

The current song was upbeat, and people were dancing with energy. Roy, on the other hand, looked super nervous almost like a stiff robot. He barely even made eye contact. So I took the lead and guided him across the floor.

“See? Isn’t this fun?” I shouted over the music.

He finally grinned a little and nodded.

By the time the song ended, I was all sweaty from the dance. Another wave of chaos started on the other side of the floor. It’s girls fighting for Ezra’s second dance. I didn’t care to look. None of my freaking business.

“Wanna go again?” I asked Roy.

He grinned. “Sure. As many songs as you want.”

The music started playing. The next song was slower. I leaned into him a bit and rested my hand on his shoulder.

His shoulder tensed. His cheeks turned a light pink. “Umm…Riley?”

“Yeah?”

“I just wanted to say this…I’m really, really glad that we met. You have no idea what this means to me

“Hey yo.”

A cool voice cut Roy off.

Like he appeared from nowhere, Ezra was suddenly in front of us, blocking our way.

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He stood towering above the both of us. With one hand in his pocket, he stared down with that usual smirk of his– but his green eyes were ice cold.

The air around us suddenly went quiet. All guests nearby turned their heads and looked.

“What are you doing?” I frowned.

Ezra raised an eyebrow at Roy. “Move. She’s my dance partner.”

What the hell?

I was stunned and furious. Roy’s face turned red with anger too.

“R–Riley said she’d dance with me,” my friend said bravely, standing up to the bully.

“Don’t make me repeat myself,” that jerk sneered.

I couldn’t believe how rude and shameless he was. “Get lost, Ezra. Don’t ruin our dance.”

It’s like he didn’t even hear me. He just shoved Roy aside and yanked me into his arms. Before I knew it, we were already dancing across the floor.

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“What the fuck!” 1 shouted, trying to push away, but he held me tight.

“Don’t move,” he ordered. “What? You thought I was just gonna stand there and watch you dance with that sissy?” “Don’t call him that!” I snapped. And don’t get me started on you. I saw you flirting with those girls earlier.” “Jealous?” he smirked.

“You wish.”

He suddenly leaned in, his breath brushing against my ear, and that sent a chill down my spine.

“Stay away from them Riley. Don’t forget that you’ve already found your mate.” he threatened under his breath.

“You have no right to say that. You don’t even take our bond seriously.”

“Real or not, those are my rules. And you’ll follow them no matter what.” He said in a cocky voice and pulled me even closer to his rock–hard chest.

He’s impossible. I rolled my eyes and decided to end this meaningless fight.

Dancing with him was nothing like dancing with Roy. Roy was gentle and hesitant, sweet like a deer. And Ezra…well he was the complete opposite. Confident, commanding. I didn’t have to think he led every step like he owned the floor. His arm stayed firm around my waist, not letting me pull back even a little. A damn tyrant.

As we moved through the dance floor, I noticed how many eyes were on us. Half were girls dying from jealousy, the other half shocked guests.

No one expected the Lycan heir to be dancing with the daughter of the new Queen he hated so much.

But again to them we were just step–siblings.

No one knew our deeper, darker secret.

And no one could know.

I swallowed down the unease inside me. I kept telling myself that as long as I didn’t say anything, and Ezra kept his mouth shut either, no one would ever find out about our matebond. And someday, I’d escape him.

After another couple minutes of torture, the music finally ended. I pulled away immediately, but he seized my wrist.

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