Betrayed by an alpha claimed by a lycan king

Chapter 32 SAGE

After what happened in the grand hall, I went blank. The only thing I remember is that I was caught by a strong pair of hands before my body landed on the ground. His Majesty's piercing blue eyes were the last thing I saw before everything went black When I opened my eyes, all the pain was gone. I slowly got up and was welcomed by the familiarity of my chamber. Elara was standing close to the window as she was arranging what seemed to be a freshly picked flower from the garden. "Elara?" I called out, my voice h**e and weak. She turned towards me, her eyes widening in surprise as she quickly bolted to my side.

"My lady, you're awake!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with excitement and relief. "What hat happened?" I

'I asked, my mind still foggy and struggling to piece together the events that had led me here. "You've been unconscious for the past three days," she explained, her hands fluttering nervously as she spoke.

"I was?" I echoed, the shock of her words settling in. I had no idea I had been out for that long. The last thing I remembered was the searing pain and the darkness that had swallowed me whole. Yes, my lady," Elan continued, her expression a mix of concern and relief. "His Majesty brought you back to your chamber after the incident in the grand hall. You've been under constant care ever since." His Majesty," I repeated, confusion mingling with the remnants of fear and pain. "Did he come here while I'm out?"

afraid he hasn't stepped foot in here since the day he brought you here, my lady." Elara replied, her voice softening. "But why don't you lay down for a bit? Your body needs time to heal As I lay back a against the pillows, my mind raced with questions and uncertainties. What had happened in those three days I had been unconscious? And most importantly, what was to become of me now?

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I tried to remain on the bed, but I couldn't ignore the gnawing urgency inside me. My mind raced with questions, and I knew I wouldn't be able to rest until I spoke with His Majesty. I needed to know what would happen now that our circumstances had changed. Determined, I swung my legs over the side of the bed and slowly stood up, wincing as the pain coursed through my body. "Elara," I called out, my voice steadier than I felt. "Please send a word to His Majesty. Request an audience with him. I need to speak with him." Elara's eyes widened with concern. "My lady, are you sure you're well enough to leave your bed? You should be resting

"I think I'm okay now. Your taking care of me for the past few days has helped a lot. Thank you," I said. "Please, Elara. It's important." I insisted.

She hesitated for a moment before nodding. "As you wish, my lady. I will send a message to His Majesty right away." With that, she hurried out of the room, leaving me alone with my swirling thoughts.

As

s I waited. I paced the room, each step a reminder of my fragile state. The minutes felt like hours, stretching on endlessly until finally. Elara returned, her expression unreadable.

"I apologize, my lady. His Majesty is currently out of the palace. But I have relayed your message, my lady, Elara said softly.

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"Oh.

okay" I tried not to sound disappointed, but I couldn't hide the sinking feeling in my chest. As I thought about it, I began to wonder how I should react in front of His Majesty now that everything had come out into the open. Until now, I still couldn't believe that the man I spent the night with was His Majesty. Had he planned this all along, or was a pure coincidence? Was this what they called fate!

I gently caressed my nape, expecting to feel His Majesty's mark. To my surprise, there was no trace of it, as if it had never happened. Even though much of that gight was a blur, the pain of his bite was as clear as day. How was it possible that the mark seemed to have vanished!

Confusion and frustration swirled within me. Was it all a dream? Had I imagined it? The bite had been real, and the bond in created was supposed to be unbreakable. Yet, there is no physical evidence of it now. "Elara.

"I called her again, my voice tinged with uncertainty. "When I was out, did you notice anything? Or did something happen beyond usual?"

Elara frowned, shaking her head slightly. "Unusual, my lady? No, aside from your injuries, everything seemed normal You've been taken care of by the best doctors from the Royal Infirmary"

I nodded, but her words did little to ease my confusion. "Thank you, Elara. You may go."

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she left, sat back down on the edge of the bed, my mind racing What did this mean? Had His Majesty done something to erase the mark? Or was there some other explanation?

I had so many questions and so few answers. The more I thought about it, the more determined I became to get to the bottom of this mystery. His Majesty's absence only added to my unease. What was he planning? Why had he saved me, only to leave me in this state of took a

I

took a deep breath, resolving to stay strong. When His Majesty returned, I would demand the answers I deserved. Until then. I would prepare myself for whatever might come next. My fate was now tied to his in ways I couldn't yet fully understand, and I had to be ready anything

for

anything from His Majesty. One of the maids mentioned he had returned to the palace an hour ago, but I had been waiting since then for him to summon me. Pacing back and forth in my room, my fingers fidgeted nervously. In my mind, I ran through the

soft knock on the door startled me. I took a deep breath and opened it, surprised to find a few maids lined up outside.

what's happening?" I asked, confusion evident in

evening, my lady. Please allow us to help you with the preparation," Elara said, not offering much context. "Preparation? Preparation for

His Majesty tonight, my lady," she replied "Please continue preparing the tub," Elara ordered the other girls, who quickly responded, bustling into the room

as they moved about with practiced efficiency. My thoughts were a whirlwind of emotions- nervousness, curiosity, and a

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her expression gentle yet firm. "Please, my lady, let us assist you," she

bath

his aide why I asked to have an audience

clearly sent your message, my lady, the

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that, my lady. We are only here

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into the warm water as the maids began their work. They washed and scented me with a variety of fragrant oils; their hands were gentle but efficient. My thoughts kept drifting to

I felt naked as the thin fabric hugged every curve of my body. I just gave her an awkward smile as a response. "His Majesty's aide will come and

Elara said.

night after the wedding, away from the masks we used to hide behind. anticipation gnawed at me, making every second feel like an eternity, I glanced at the ornate mirror, seeing a stranger in the reflection-a woman who had faced so much turmoil yet stood resilient. I it to reveal Beta Scoot, dressed in formal attire. He bowed slightly, acknowledging my presence. I was surprised to see him. I wasn't expecting him to be the one picking me up in surprise, my carefully built anticipation crumbling. "Oh," I said, struggling to

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knock at the door jolted me from my thoughts. Elara orer of the news, but..." he hesitated, as if searching for the right words. "I'm afraid His Majesty has to cancel tonight's event. His Majesty is not feeling well and has wished to be left alone in his chamber." "Lady Sage, good evening." Scott greeted.

I blinked in

Scott nodded. "Yes."

instructed me to convey his apologies and to assure

"Thank you

reminded me. "Please inform the others as well," he said when

there, feeling a mix of relief and frustration, when

"It's tonight, she whispered.

it. Elara?" I

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It's just that there are nights that we're not supposed to leave our room until the

"Why is that?"

not supposed to ask questions, my

again,

Elara

came

expression

my lady" she said softly. Perhaps it's for the best. His Majesty's health

"Of course,

with the longing for answers and the connection we were yet