The Wolf King's Chosen

THE WOLF KING’S CHOSEN PACK ROYALTY BOOK 1 MILLY TAIDEN CONTENTS About the Book The Wolf King’s Chosen 1. Lexi 2. Xander 3. Lexi 4. Xander 5. Lexi 6. Xander 7. Lexi 8. Xander 9. Lexi 10. Xander 11. Lexi 12. Xander 13. Lexi 14. Xander 15. Lexi 16. Xander 17. Lexi 18. Xander 19. Lexi 20. Xander 21. Lexi 22. Xander 23. Lexi 24. Xander 25. Lexi 26. Xander 27. Lexi 28. Xander 29. Lexi 30. Xander 31. Xander About the Author Also by Milly Taiden This book is a work of fiction. The names, characters, places, and incidents are fictitious or have been used fictitiously, and are not to be construed as real in any way. Any resemblance to persons, living or dead, actual events, locales, or organizations is entirely coincidental. Published By Latin Goddess Press Winter Springs, FL 32708 http://millytaiden.com The Wolf King’s Chosen Copyright © 2023 by Milly Taiden Cover: Jacqueline Sweet All Rights Are Reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews. Property of Milly Taiden April 2023 Created with Vellum ABOUT THE BOOK Lexi Hart, the youngest princess of the Autumhart Kingdom, is finally coming of age. That means it’s time for her to fulfill the contracted marriage father arranged several years ago. Leaving home for a strange land wasn’t a major concern. What she worries about is the fact that she’s a shifter who can’t shift. How can a pack respect a queen who’s weak? Wolf Shifter, King Alpha Xander of Obsidianval, found his fated mate queen. She’s perfect, and he loved her the moment he set eyes on her. She will be a wonderful queen. What he didn’t consider was that his royal subjects would reject her because of a minor disability. They didn’t see the real woman like he did. So Xander wasn’t prepared when the first attempt on his queen’s life came to pass. Something strange is going on and he’s going to figure it out before Lexi gets hurt. He’s ready to fight his entire kingdom to ensure the mating ceremony takes place and Lexi becomes his. Even if that means a battle to the death. THE WOLF KING’S CHOSEN PACK ROYALTY NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR MILLY TAIDEN — For my fantasy and paranormal readers. Enjoy. ONE LEXI “Happy birthday, little sis! I can’t believe you’re finally twenty-one,” the eldest princess, Taryn, declared, hugging her sister. The three princesses were visiting their parents’ home for their youngest sister Lexi’s birthday. “You better believe it. Otherwise, this huge party wouldn’t make a lot of sense,” Lexi joked. “So, are you going to dance with anyone other than your King Charming at the ball tonight?” Addisyn inquired. Lexi hadn’t really considered that. Today was not just Lexi’s birthday. It was something more profound. The day was also marking the fulfillment of her duty. Madison, Addisyn’s younger by minutes twin, tuned in to Lexi’s moment of insecurity and gently jabbed Lexi with her elbow. “Come on, sis, it’s all good. I didn’t mean anything by it.” “I know. I just hadn’t really thought about the whole mating thing in a while. I sort of forgot that this was the day everyone was waiting for,” Lexi replied. “You know, arranged marriage isn’t the end of the world. It’s not like you have to talk to him. Or even like him,” Taryn interjected with a huge grin. Lexi smiled weakly. “Hey,” Addisyn said gently, “you know father did what he thought was best for us. To keep us safe. To help us thrive. We’re princesses, and we’re meant to marry kings. You have enjoyed your childhood. It’s time.” “Yeah. But I’m sure the kings would’ve preferred brides who could shift. Now we will be the laughingstock across five kingdoms,” Lexi mumbled in frustration. “Can you blame father for falling in love with mother? Would you really have that any other way?” Taryn asked. “No, no, no. It’s just … what if he doesn’t like me? What if his real mate is out there, and I end up just pretending to be his queen?” Lexi started to cry softly. Her three sisters gathered around, comforting her. “Lexi, you’re a brave, beautiful, and confident young woman, and King Alpha Rush will be lucky to have you as his bride,” Addisyn spoke with such conviction, almost offended by the idea that the king wouldn’t love Lexi. “Banish those tears, sweet sister,” said Madison.” Addisyn and I have been living in our own kingdoms for a while now, and our husbands-to-be have treated us with nothing but the utmost reverence and compassion.” “Mine too,” Taryn added. “Maybe it was meant to be this way.” “Oh, how I’ve missed you all. You always know what to say.” Lexi wiped the last tears from her eyes before giving them a genuine smile. The girls had kept in touch after the sisters moved away, but there was something special about having the sisters reunited under one roof for Lexi’s birthday. They were best friends and sometimes the only friends they had. “You don’t think the king will be upset that I can’t shift?” Lexi ventured, not entirely convinced by their assurances. “They signed the contracts. The kings knew full well what they were signing up for. They could have declined,” Madison said shortly. “Besides, you know we have other gifts to offer. And the alliance of the five kingdoms. The kings are winning in this scenario, truly.” Taryn always spoke like she knew everything. “Besides, father hand chose each king for each of us. Knowing what abilities we have and which kingdom it would most benefit. There has to be a hint of fate in that, don’t you think?” Madison continued to be a voice of reason, which further calmed Lexi’s nerves. “Regardless of kings, and mates, and marriages, we have to get ready