Alpha King’s Lost Luna by Aubrey Pepper

Chapter 5 Gray eyes

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I was stunned by the severity of his tone. He wasn’t addressing me as Asher Collins. He was ordering me as the Alpha King.

The last thing I wanted was to stay in the chamber alone with him and the sleeping prince, but as much as I wanted to disobey his order, I knew I had no choice. He was the ruler of the realm, and I could face horrible consequences if I didn’t obey.

So, I turned back around. I was about to walk back over to the bed when a

thought crossed my mind.

“My apologies, Your Majesty, but I need to go and take care of my son,” I explained, and it took all of my effort to keep my voice steady.

“Your son?” Asher repeated back, and he crossed his arms against his chest.

“Yes, my son,” I answered. “He’s waiting for me. I’ve been working all day, so I haven’t had the chance to see him yet.”

“Where is he?” the Alpha King pressed. His gray eyes narrowed as if he didn’t

wish to let me leave.

“He is with the Luna Sofia’s children,” I answered. “Downstairs, I believe.”

“He will be brought here then,” Asher replied, and he raised his chin. “You cannot leave before my son awakens.”

His tone was even harsher than his first demand, and a chill ran down my spine.

“A guard will collect your son,” he said. “You will remain here with mine. Is there anything you need in the meantime?”

I shook my head. “No, Your Majesty. I have all I need right here.”

ordered. “I will

to the side of the room. I took a seat beside the prince’s bed, meanwhile, Asher crossed over to the double doors. He

my hands begin to shake. There was no way the Alpha King could see my Finnick, but what could I do? The plan had already been set in motion, and there

stop

awaken so I could leave

away from him, but I would try my best to maintain distance. I was scared he could hear how fast my heart was racing in my chest or

I was

couldn’t risk him being suspicious about

remained fixed on his son, and I tried to look elsewhere to avoid him. All the while, I prayed

interaction.

doors of the chamber flew open, and moments later, a set of footsteps

full speed. Once he reached me, I

planted a kiss on his forehead.

Finnick wondered, and he tilted his head

at his expression. and smiled. Despite the look on his face, Finnick’s words brought me happiness. Our bond was wonderful, and my son always brought me joy no matter what. He had been the reason I’d been able

you too, honey,” I said, and I softened my voice. “We need

nodded. “Okay, Mommy.”

He was about to speak when he glanced over at the sleeping boy beside us.

he whispered considerately. “We played hide and seek in the garden, and then Auntie Sofia taught us how

dandelion.”

son, and he was around Finnick’s age. They were dear friends, and Finnick thought of the Luna’s son

wow! Do you have the picture

you?”

his pocket. He pulled out a small piece of

carefully, and my lips curled into a smile.

Finnick,” I complimented him. “Can

course, Mommy,” Finnick replied.