Chapter 44. First Day of Training

“It was a need ingrained in my being.” Sophie pushed me with force, delivering a slap to my face, bringing me back to consciousness. “I had momentarily succumbed to the mating urges.”

“I'm sorry, Alpha,” she approached, trembling, “I didn't mean to hurt you.”

I nodded.

“You did nothing wrong!” I smiled, getting closer and bringing her to my side on the bed for her to rest. “Rest, tomorrow you will start your training, and I won't take it easy on you.”

“This is the lenient King I know,” Sophie teased before sighing, “I didn't mean to hit you.”

“I enjoy a few slaps,” I joked, looking at her daringly. “Remember, human, you chose to be mine!”

She suddenly got up and stared at me.

“What does that mean to you?” She furrowed her brow. “And don't even tell me, you persuaded me!”

Crossing her arms, I laughed at her posture.

“You'll find out soon!” I replied, keeping the mystery.

I guided her back to bed and, gently, caressed her sof