Becoming The Wolf King's Fated Mate By Chance

Chapter 1

📍Shannon📍

Today is the day I officially get to be mated to my boyfriend. I had waited for this day all my life, and now that it's finally here, I can't contain my excitement. The thought of it alone sends a shiver down my spine.

My sister, Karen, was my rock through it all. She had supported me with the best dress for the event. I was never one for fashion; my introverted nature had kept me in the comfort of plain, modest dresses. But Karen? She knew exactly what would make me look good.

And as I stood there in front of her, the silky fabric hugging my figure just right, I silently thank her.

As we made our way through the crowd, I could feel the energy of the room building up inside me. The sound of loud music buzzed through every corner, with people clapping and cheering happily, all moving to the beat of the music.

But amidst the large crowd, my eyes were only searching for one person.

Damien. My mate.

I stood there, scanning the room carefully when suddenly I heard a familiar voice behind me. Turning around, I saw Damien wrapped up with Karen in what seemed like an intimate embrace.

When Damien's eyes met mine, his expression changed in a split second. His gaze darkened, his body went stiff, and he quickly pulled himself from Karen.

A strange feeling settled in my chest, a dull ache of unease. But I pushed it aside. They were probably just catching up. It wasn't unusual for an affinal family to be close, right?

I took a deep breath and walked up to him, reaching out for the warmth of his embrace.

But he shoved me off.

A quiet, sharp rejection.

"We shouldn't be doing this here. Come on," he said, barely sparing me a glance. Then, he turned to Karen, his voice softening.

"Do you mind dancing with me?"

I froze.

My stomach twisted painfully as he reached for her hand.

Karen's lips parted in surprise, but then-she nodded.

Just like that, he led her to the dance floor, grabbing her waist like they belonged together. Anyone who sees them would definitely mistake them for a couple.

My mind raced in thoughts. Something had to be wrong. Damien and Karen had never even met before today-at least, not to my knowledge. Could they have crossed paths without me knowing?

No. That's not possible.

Karen would have told me long ago if she had met him before.

I clenched my hands into fists, forcing myself to breathe. Maybe he just wanted a good dance partner. Maybe he didn't choose me because he knew I wasn't a good dancer. Yes, that had to be it. That had to be the reason.

But deep down, an unsettling fear gnawed at me, whispering that something was terribly, terribly wrong.

Then, the music faded, and the hall fell into a still silence. It was time.

Damien was about to choose his mate.

I sat up straighter, my heart racing.

His father, the Alpha, stood tall at the center of the hall, his voice commanding as he addressed the crowd.

"Damien, you are to go round and choose a mate for yourself. When you have, bring her right here so we can all see her and seal the bond between you both." He announced, handing over the mantle of power to him.

A proud smile played on my lips. I didn't have to worry. He had already chosen me.

Damien rose to his feet, his presence commanding, powerful. But he didn't reach for the ceremonial mantle. He didn't need to.

"I've found my mate already," he announced, his voice firm, resolute.

My heart swelled with happiness as he stepped forward.

This was it.

I held my breath, my fingers trembling with excitement as I watched him move through the crowd, his gaze locked ahead-straight towards me.

But then...

He walked right past me.

The world around me blurred as I turned, my stomach burning.

Damien wasn't coming for me.

He was walking toward Karen.

And before I could even process what was happening, he took her hand and pulled her into his arms.

Gasps echoed through the hall, but I barely heard them over the deafening silence in my head.

My breath came in short, shallow bursts as I stared, frozen in shock. This can't be real.

Then, suddenly, my body moved on its own.

I stirred forward, racing towards him in desperation. I grabbed his arm, my grip tight, my voice barely above a whisper.

"Damien, what's going on? I thought-" My voice cracked, my chest constricting painfully.

He turned around, his dark eyes boring into mine.

And for the first time in my life-

I saw nothing but cold hatred in them.

A slow, cruel smirk spread across his lips.

"Thought what?" He taunted, his voice dripping with amusement. "That I would accept someone like you as my mate?"

His laughter was sharp, cutting through me like a blade. My knees wobbled.

"You disgust me, Shannon."

I sucked in a sharp breath, my heart shattering into a million pieces.

"You are nothing but a pathetic, weak omega," he continued, his voice laced with venom. "What makes you think I would ever choose you?"

The words crashed into me, stealing the air from my lungs.

I looked down at myself, at the dress Karen had chosen for me. I had felt beautiful just moments ago. Now, I felt like nothing.

But Damien wasn't done.

"You know what? I might as well put you in your place." His eyes gleamed with a sinister smile.

My heart pounded in my chest as he took a step forward, towering over me.

"I, Damien Trax, reject you, Shannon Clark, as my fated mate."

The words struck like lightning, burning into my soul, ripping me apart from the inside out.

Pain. A searing, unbearable pain exploded in my chest. The mate bond-breaking.

Tears blurred my vision as my hands trembled at my sides.

"I advise you to get the fuck out of here before I have the guards throw you out." He continued, his voice etched with disdain.

Then, with a triumphant smirk, he raised Karen's hand high, claiming her before everyone.

He leaned down and pressed a deliberate kiss to her cheek.

The room erupted with gasps, but I barely heard them.

Everything inside me shattered.

Just then Damien turned to his father, his voice filled with confidence, with certainty.

"Karen is the one I have chosen. She is my fated mate."

CHAPTER 2

~Shannon~

I gathered the broken pieces of myself and rushed out of the hall, Damien's words still repeating in my head like an endless echo.

I had had enough for today. I thought this would be one of those rare days when I wouldn't have to feel bad about not awakening my wolf strength for the past two years. But things turned out even worse. As if that wasn't enough, Damien had just rejected me.

The pain was unbearable.

I got into a cab, heading home-the only place where I could find some peace when things like this happened. I had no one else. No friend. No mate. Nothing.

My life was a mess.

As I reached the packhouse, my gaze fell on father. But he wasn't alone. He stood with a group of men, all of them deep in conversation. Their expressions were serious, their voices low.

Something felt... off.

Curious, I moved closer, wanting to know what was going on.

"Hey, Pops. What-"

Before I could finish, strong hands grabbed me. A rough palm covered my mouth before I could scream. My heart pounded as I kicked and struggled, but the person holding me was too strong.

Fear gripped me.

I fought harder, but it was useless. He dragged me toward a waiting vehicle and shoved me into the trunk. My legs were quickly tied with thick ropes, the tightness making me wince.

I looked up-and my blood ran cold.

Father.

I expected to see worry on his face. Maybe panic. Maybe even anger at the men for doing this to me.

But no.

He was smiling.

Not a kind smile. Not a concerned one. It was a wicked and satisfied grin. His eyes flashed with mischief, making my stomach twist.

"Oh, sweet daughter." He said as he leaned forward, his voice dripping with fake concern. "You look troubled. Is anything the matter?"

My chest tightened.

How could he be asking me that when he could clearly see that I was in danger?

I sucked in a deep breath, forcing myself not to yell at him. My entire body trembled with frustration and fear, but I knew yelling wouldn't help. I needed his help, no matter how much I hated begging for it.

"Dad, please," I whispered, my voice breaking. "I don't know who these men are or where they're taking me. But you need to stop them. Please."

Tears burned at the back of my eyes, threatening to spill. My heart pounded against my chest, every beat a desperate plea for freedom. I swallowed the tears rising in my throat, clinging to the last bit of hope that my father would save me.

I clenched my fists, my nails digging into my palm. Whoever these men were, I would come for them. If I made it out of this alive, they would pay dearly for treating me this way. But first, I had to escape their grip.

Father leaned in close, his breath warm against my ear.

"You really want me to help you, huh?" His voice was a whisper, dripping with mockery.

I flinched as his fingers trailed through my hair. That touch, the same one that once comforted me, now made my skin crawl. It felt like poison seeping into my scalp.

His next words shattered me.

"Well, what if I told you that I'm the one who sold you to them?"

The air was sucked from my lungs. My breath hitched, my pulse roaring in my ears.

"This isn't true, right?" My voice was barely audible, a desperate whisper. "Tell me this is all a joke."

I stared into his eyes, searching for a sign-any sign-that he was lying. But all I saw was indifference.

My tears spilled over, hot and endless.

Why? Why would he do this to me? Why were all these happening at the same time-on the same day?

A sharp pain twisted in my chest. This wasn't right. This really had to be a sick joke.

Just then, mother stepped out.

Her smile stretched slowly across her face, but it wasn't warm. It was cruel, just like father's.

She marched toward the vehicle, her movements slow, deliberate. When she reached father, she locked hands with him, her eyes suddenly taking on a dissatisfied look.

"Don't tell me you're yet to get rid of this thing," she said, her voice laced with disgust.

My stomach dropped.

Surely, she wasn't referring to me because she hadn't even looked at me. Hadn't acknowledged my presence.

But then she spoke again and this time, she said my name.

The world around me crumbled.

"What?! Are you two really trying to get rid of me? Selling me off to these... these assholes?"

Father's head snapped toward me, his jaw tightening. His voice was low, laced with venom.

"One more word from you, and I might just teach you a lesson before they take you." He threatened.

But I didn't care anymore.

What more could he do to me? He had obviously done his worst. He had already betrayed me in the most unforgivable way.

I straightened my back, lifting my chin defiantly. My entire body was trembling, but my voice was steady when I spoke.

"Go ahead. Do your worst, old man. What else can you possibly do after selling me to people I don't even know?" I shouted, my voice raw with fury.

Father's gaze darkened. He leaned in slightly, his expression oddly calm.

"I'm sorry it had to happen this way, Shannon. But you're useless to us in this pack. There's no point keeping you when we can sell you for a decent sum of money."

My heart twisted so violently as his words echoed in my head.

So he wasn't joking.

I had been holding onto the foolish hope that this was some sick game. Some twisted test.

But it wasn't.

It was real.

The car's engine roared to life, and before I could process what was happening, it zoomed off.

Panic surged through me. I twisted and turned in the trunk, my wrists and ankles bound so tight I could barely feel my fingers. The ropes burned against my skin, but the pain in my chest was worse.

I choked back a sob, my father's words echoing in my mind.

"You're useless to us."

The weight of their betrayal settled heavily on my chest. I was nothing to them. Nothing but a transaction.

Minutes passed-though it felt like hours-before the car came to a stop.

The trunk opened with a rough yank. Hands grabbed me, pulling me out.

I stumbled forward, my legs weak from being bound so tightly.

As we stepped into the building, my eyes went sore at the sight before me. My stomach twisted in horror.

The open hall was filled with women wandering aimlessly, their bodies exposed, their eyes empty.

My breath quickened. My knees nearly buckled.

No.

No, no, no.

My eyes reeled in disbelief as the realization hit me hard.

A brothel?

CHAPTER 3

📍Shannon📍

I stood frozen at the gate, my breath hitching as I took in the scene before me. I was both dumbfounded and embarrassed as my eyes stayed glued to the spot.

Before I could react, strong hands clamped down on my shoulders, pushing me forward. A startled gasp escaped my lips as I stumbled, barely catching my balance. They didn't care. Not one bit. My heart pounded in my chest, a mix of fear and frustration burning inside me.

Just then, someone else joined us. I felt it before I saw him-the shift in the air, the way the men around me straightened, lowering their heads in respect. And when I finally looked up, I understood why.

The man standing before me was clearly in charge. His gaze was sharp, unreadable, and he carried himself with a quiet authority that made my stomach twist.

He let out a smirk which sent my mind spinning in thoughts. I was almost getting lost in his calm hazel eyes when I felt his rough grip on my shoulder.

His grip was firm but not painful, yet it sent a violent shiver through me.

"Shannon, right?" He asked, facing the men who had brought me. They nodded in return, their heads still bowed in silent submission.

The man nodded in satisfaction, accessing me like I was some piece of furniture. When he was done, he cupped my chin slightly, tilting my face up.

"You have just the right qualities I need." He said, his smile mischievous. "I bet our clients will be thrilled to have you on board."

The blood drained from my face, my eyes reeling in curiosity.

Clients?

My mind raced in thoughts, searching for anything that wasn't the horrifying truth forming in my head.

No, no, no.

It can't be.

I couldn't even imagine myself being in the same shoes with those women I had seen earlier. They looked lost and helpless as they were tossed around by the watchmen, and I couldn't imagine myself being treated that way.

I flinched as the man's fingers crept toward my neck, trailing up to my face with a sickening slowness. My breath hitched, panic coursing through my veins. I raised my hand to stop him, but before I could even think of it, he seized me, his grip unyielding as he pressed me hard against the wall.

I gasped, my pulse echoing in my ear. His fingers dug into my sides, his body blocking any chance of escape.

He shoved my hair aside and leaned forward, his breath warm against my face.

His dark gaze bore into me, his eyes trailing at me in a possessive glare. "Listen to me, woman," he hissed, his voice laced with authority and warning. "You belong to me now, and the sooner you realize that, the better for you."

He turned sharply to his guards, his tone cold and merciless. "Seize her and take her into one of the rooms."

Without hesitation, the guards lowered their heads in obedience before grabbing both my arms, their grip tight around my wrists.

Panic surged through me as they dragged me toward the massive building ahead. My heart pounded violently against my chest, and I struggled, but their hold was too strong.

Then, suddenly-

A voice rang out, bold and commanding, slicing through the air like a blade.

"Stop."

The guards stopped immediately, their bodies stiffening as though a force had jerked them back. Their hands trembled as they loosened their grip and released me, stepping away as if afraid to be near me any longer.

Confused, I sucked in a shaky breath and turned towards the direction of the voice.

To my utter surprise, the once-dominant man-the same one who had spoken to me with such boldness just moments ago-was now trembling on his feet. His once-powerful stance had crumbled, his head bowed in total submission.

Then, in unison, the guards fell to their knees, their foreheads nearly touching the ground, fear etched across their faces.

My heart pounded even harder. Who could command such fear and respect?

The man who had claimed ownership over me earlier struggled to speak, his voice barely above a whisper. "M-My king... what brings you here?"

His voice cracked under the weight of his fear, and the silence that followed was overwhelming.

The man behind the voice stepped forward, his large frame towering over us like a mountain against tiny grains of sand.

"Let her go." His deep voice carried a weight that sent shivers down my spine. Without hesitation, he marched straight toward me, his piercing green eyes locked onto mine. Then, to my utter confusion, he reached for my hand, his grip firm yet oddly gentle.

A soft, reassuring smile flashed across his lips before he turned to the man in charge of the building.

"I think I've found exactly what I'm looking for."

The words sent a jolt through me.

My jaw dropped, my mind reeling with thoughts.

What?

He nodded, as if confirming everyone's unspoken questions. Then, in a voice that left no room for doubt, he said, "I would like to have her."

The shock hit me like a slap.

Me? Of all people? In this miserable state?

As I searched his face, something about the way he spoke sent a chill running down my spine. There was something else beneath his words-something dark.

But he wasn't done yet.

Before I could pull my hand away, his grip tightened-firm and possessive. His cold eyes bore into me, rendering me completely restless. I felt stripped bare under the weight of his intense gaze.

"I have chosen her..." he continued, his voice slow. "Not as a hooker, but as a breeder-my personal breeder."

My stomach twisted.

No.

A cold sweat broke out on my skin as his words settled in. This couldn't be real. It had to be some sick joke.

The boss, the one who had been running this whole operation, looked just as stunned as I was. His mouth hung open, his brows furrowed in disbelief. He sucked in a sharp breath before shaking his head.

"I'm sorry, my king, but I think you might be making a mistake. I don't think-"

"This is no mistake." The man cut him off, his tone sharper now. "I want her, and I mean every bit of it."

My breath caught.

He was serious. Dead serious.

The sheer confidence in his words left me frozen, unable to turn my gaze away. Who's he? And what does he want from me?

Just then, he said something else that made my blood run cold.

"Name your price."