BENEATH HER DARKNESS: The Alpha's Little Demon by Cassandra M

085 – Silver Crest Pack

ADAN STONE.

“Alpha Fabius, I’m glad to see you again. “I greeted the Alpha of the Silver Crest the moment I stepped out of the car in front of his packhouse.

He took and shook my hand as he responded. “Pleasure is mine, Alpha

Stone. I thought Blade would come with you.”

“Is he not here?” I asked, my brows furrowing.

“No. It’s been over a year since the last time he showed up here. So when I heard he was in your territory weeks ago, I was hoping he would come and check on me.”

“I have no idea where he is at the moment.” It was the truth. The trackers I sent to contact Althea reached Collin with

the news that Althea was at the Fortuna Coven but Blade was not.

“Typical Blade. I would be the last one on his priority list.” He let out a sigh before he flashed a smile, something that didn’t reach his eyes. “Anyway, enough about my brother. My Beta will show you the area you can use. It’s in the middle of the forest, away from the residential area, and usually not visited by my people. So it’s secured for whatever you are planning.’

“Sounds good.”

“The house is just a small cottage, but it’s fully equipped. I’m sure it’ll be

comfortable and cozy despite the size.”

“I can also sleep in the forest, so I’m not worried about that. But thank you for providing a place to stay as well.”

“Well, good thing I did. You have a female

companion. I’m sure she would

appreciate a roof over her head. Is she the witch?”

I saw the way Fabius’ eyes sparkled as he

looked at Patrea, who smiled warmly at him.

“Yes, she is. “My name is Luca,” Lucius said as he extended his hand.”I’m Clarissa’s boyfriend.”

I almost choked at his words. We had discussed the names that they would be using, but we definitely didn’t discuss that last part.

“Besides, she’s too old to be your mom.” He added, which made Patrea’s eyes widen before she glared at Lucius. 2

I watched in amusement as Lucius shook Fabius’ hand, waiting for him to do anything to the young guy, but thankfully he didn’t, although Fabius’ shoulders

slumped at his words.

was that?’ I sent Lucius’

already noticed his protective instinct toward Patrea, but I just assumed it was because he needed her for his plan, but it seems I was wrong. There was more to

♡♡♡

PATREA.

the Silver Crest, but I had been reserving my energy for the spell I was about to make, so I just let him say whatever he wanted and

all the pleasantries,

the middle

small cottage

bedrooms, and I was given

room.

be good

Stone inquired when Alpha Fabius’ Beta had left

need a quiet place. But are you sure

that’s what Fabius told me. Will it be a problem

are being summoned if they are in close proximity. I just don’t want to draw any attention to myself at

to make myself

“What do you mean?”

years. As Lucius said, I

mother.”

the other witch, is your granddaughter? She really is your

head before my eyes darted to Lucius, who was leaning his back against a tree, looking bored

to come back because I have so many

Because I was hoping I could

you want

midnight. Lucius already

just need a

way harder

6/12

a way it will

wrong is my ability to reverse it. I need spirits and energy to help me remain conscious while I reverse it. So I wanted to rest for a

But just to remind you, Fabius will send someone to bring us something to eat, so just come down when you’re

Thank you.” I excused myself and

halfway up the second floor of the cottage when I

behind me.

but decided not to open it, and

could see Lucius.

before he leaned his forearm against the door, and his face was hovering over mine. He was too near, invading my private space, but I had nowhere

just want to say something. Make things clear between us, and

give me space, but his words piqued my curiosity