The Lycan King's Hideous Mage

*** This story has steamy scenes that are not suitable for minors.*** Serra Lore's life is supposed to be ideal and perfect. She graduated top of the class in the Mage Academy. She married the handsome Gideon Dunkerson, the young Lycan King. And now, she is his Luna. However, on their first wedding anniversary, everything turned upside down. She discovered that her in-laws were just using her. Her husband is cheating on her with a beautiful woman. To make matters worse, she sacrificed her almost passable face and become hideous, in order to protect everyone in the Kingdom. Now that her daydream has turned into a nightmare, how will she regain the confidence she once had? And to get much needed revenge against her husband? Gideon Dunkerson thought that his life was perfect. He is the Lycan King-powerful, rich and handsome. The only flaw in his life is that, his Luna does not only look ordinary, but also comes from an ordinary family. Her only saving grace is her excellent magic skills that catapulted her to gain the prestige to become his Luna. However, he did not expect that his respect for her magic, will turn into lust, and then becomes love. He tried to stop himself from completely falling in love with her, but all was in vain. All his plans to hurt her only cause him a series of pain. He is about to confess his love for her when tragedy struck. She chooses to protect everyone and vanishes from his life. Her disappearance spirals him into depression and grief, and soon, he is traveling all around the world to search for his Lost Luna. However, when a new competition is held to find a new Luna, Serra reappears. And this time, he vows not to let go of her hand ever again, even if, every time she looks at him, it is with distaste and hatred.

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Chapter 2

*********** Three years after ***********

I am wearing my blue robe with gold embroidery over it. I roll the sleeves back. My hair hangs loosely around my shoulders; it is shorter now since it's harder to train with long hair. A thin golden chain hangs by my neck with a tiny crystal hanging on it.

It was a celebratory gift from Caius as we started our plans. Caius promised that if all goes well, not just a Luna, but I will be the Lycan Queen of Dunkerson Kingdom. Truthfully, Caius said that we needed another year to prepare our plan, but I told him I would rather die trying, than live another day waiting for vengeance for the humiliation done to me! Besides, instead of one year, it has become three years already!

And so, I roughly bite on the meat and swallow in anger. We are within the Dunkerson Kingdom. The subject of my vengeance is close!

Suddenly, Caius chuckles beside me. I glare at him, but he only teases me. "You are eating like a peasant. Maybe that's the reason you were cheated on?"

I smack his hand away when he tries to reach for my food. We are currently in one of the restaurants. "Oh really? Don't tell me you're giving out insults again just because you treat me to a meal this time?" I ask.

Caius beams. With the glamour around him, no one would know that he is a descendant of the original vampires. I remember when I first met him. He looked so beautiful with his blond curls and white-gold eyes. He is elegant and regal, even without his crown or robes. It is so hard not to stare at him. Besides, I've always been appreciative of beauty, and unfortunately, Caius has a few features that are considered attractive.

He gives me a sidelong glance. "Your glamour is working perfectly."

I grimace. "Of course it will work. For the past few years, I have mastered using glamour. Even when I am unconscious, it will never break." He laughs, and I give him an annoyed look. "I'm serious. Do you doubt my skills?"

"Well then, maybe my glamour ain't very good. When I am unconscious, it will revert."

I roll my eyes in exasperation. "Did someone ever tell you that your skills are any good?" I ask.

"Well, none yet," he starts. "But complimenting myself ain't that bad."

His grin grows wider as he chews on the juicy pork on his fork, his sharp fangs visible.

"Enough with the gloating," I say, my voice tinged with anxiety. "Your fangs are showing," I warn him.

Then one of the servers approaches us. Caius looks at her with a hungry gaze, and she stammers while asking if we have any additional orders.

"My lady, would you like to go outside with me?" Caius asks.

"Excuse me?" the waitress responds.

"I will pay triple your daily wage. All you need to do is play with me."

I groan at the same time that the server understood Caius. She blushes and makes a brief nod. Seems like I will be alone in my room tonight.

Caius stands up. He drapes his arms over the woman and says to me, "Register for that magic competition. I will meet you tomorrow morning."

I nod.

And the next thing I know, I am standing under a tree, feeling a chilly breeze brushing against my skin. I look at the magicians queuing up for the competition. They all look excited, just as I was when I joined four years ago - all done so my husband, the Lycan King Gideon, will notice me. Not knowing that it will be my downfall.

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