Betrayed by an alpha claimed by a lycan king

Chapter 241 SAGE

"I didn't do anything wrong! Please, this is all mistake!" I shouted, desperately trying to free myself from the iron grip of the royal guards. They dragged me forward, my struggles proving futile against their brute strength.

No matter how much I resisted, I was powerless in their grasp. My heart pounded with a mixture of fear and indignation. This couldn't be happening.

Behind me, I could hear the ominous footsteps of Alpha Gordon, Holt, and Annika, their presence a dark cloud looming over me. They followed closely, their eyes burning into 111y back as we made our way to the grand palace, where Her Majesty awaited us. Every step felt like a death march, the grandeur of the palace contrasting sharply with the dread settling in my stomach. My mind raced, searching for a way out, but all I could feel was the tightening grip of fear.

"Please listen to me! There's been a misunderstanding!" I pleaded once more, but my words fell on deaf ears. The guards remained stoic, their expressions unyielding.

"Stop putting shame on our family, Sage. You've done enough damage," Annika uttered while Holt was looking at me with warm eyes as if he wanted to help me.

But, as expected, he would never dare go against his father. He'd rather sacrifice me than get on his father's bad side.

As we approached

the towering doors of the palace, I felt a cold chill run down my spine. The opulence of the grand hallways, with their marble floors and golden accents, seemed to mock my helplessness. I glanced back at Alpha Gordon and Annika, their faces a mix of smug satisfaction and Annika's eyes met mine, and she smirked, a cruel glint in her gaze. "Don't worry, sis. This will be over sooner," she whispered, her voice barely audible but laced with

menace.

The doors to the throne room swung open, and I was thrust into the blinding light of the vast chamber. Her Majesty sat on her throne, her regal presence commanding the room. My knees felt weak, but I forced myself to stand tall, refusing to show any sign of weakness.

Your Majesty," one of the guards announced, we have brought Lady Sage as you. requested."

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we have here?" she began, her voice like ice. "You stand accused

my voice trembling as I replied, "I am innocent, Your Majesty. This is

her lips. "Innocent, you say? Then are you denying

"Y-Your Majesty.

smirked, her eyes gleaming with malice. "Seeing how you were lost for words, I'd take that as you confirming the accusation against

to find my voice to

Majesty, it is with the deepest regret that I inform you of the chaos she has brought to the palace. If we had known she was a tainted woman, we

chose to send me in place of your own daughter" I shouted, my anger flaring. How could he stand there and pretend innocence! I should have known that would happen. It wasn't enough for him to

flicked between us,

suggesting that you

mask of sincerity. "We were deceived by her as well. We would never have sullied your court with such

a wave of despair wash over me. His lies were so convincing and his betrayal wi so complete. I looked around

innocent. This is all manipulation, a scheme to ruin me. Alpha

on me once more. You claim innocence, yet Alpha Gordon's reputation speaks

THE

to respond, but my words caught in my throat. I knew that no matter what I said, the truth would be

a mask of false concern. "Yo Majesty, if I may," she began, her voice sickly sweet, "my brother and I only want what is best for the kingdom.

my direction. and I witnessed how an evil smirk broke onto her face

court and assure you that we mean no harm to the throne, 1. Alpha Gordon of the Moonlake Crest pack, am more than willing to present my daughter to replace this

trouble only to send Annika as a tribute. The

are offering your

with the utmost respect for the crown. She

at his words. You're using as a scapegoat just to gain favor with the king!" I burst out, my voice shaking with fury. "You knew everything and still