Betrayed by an alpha claimed by a lycan king

Chapter 39 SAGE

"My lady, are you planning to go somewhere?" Elara asked, curiosity evident in her eyes as she noticed me getting ready to

leave.

I hadn't anticipated Elara's arrival. If I had, I would have left much earlier. Now, I had to think quickly of a way to leave the palace unnoticed. "I stammered, my eyes darting around the chamber as I desperately tried to come up with a plan.

"N-NO,

"If you wish to go out, I can accompany you, my lady," she offered

"Can I?" I asked in genuine surprise.

She chuckled at my expression. "You're not a prisoner here, my lady. You can leave the palace whenever you want," she explained.

I scoffed. "That would have been useful information when I was still trying to escape this place for good, I murmured under my breath. my lady?" she asked, tilting her head.

Were you saying something, that you mention it, I think I'd like to go out. I want to look for a new dress," I said, improvising

"N-Nothing. I quickly denied. "Now that

"Of course, my lady. I'll inform the guards and prepare the car, she said before leaving the room.

Once Elara was gone, I let out a sigh of relief. This unexpected turn of events might actually work in my favor.

I hurriedly finished packing my bag, making sure everything was in place. I grabbed my cloak and dagger, slipping them into the bag, and waited for Elara to return. After a few moments, she reappeared, a smile on her face. "The car is ready, my lady. Shall we?"

I nodded, trying to maintain my composure. "Yes, let's go."

As we walked through the palace halls, I couldn't help but feel a mix of anxiety and anticipation. This was my chance to find the answers I needed to understand the mark and my newly awakened wolf. I just had to make it to the witch without anyone noticing, not even Elara.

Though she has been nothing but good and accommodating since I arrived at the palace, I'm still not sure where her loyalty lies. Now that I'm harboring a great secret that may cost me my life, I can't trust anyone.

Elara led me to the car waiting outside. The driver opened the door, and I slipped inside, Elara following suit. The car started, and we drove away from the palace, the tension in my chest easing slightly with each passing moment,

As we left the palace grounds, I glanced at Elara, who was busy chatting with the driver about mundane matters. I knew I would have to make my move soon. The outskirts of the kingdom were still a considerable distance away, and I couldn't afford any delays. We reached the edge of the bustling city, and I saw my opportunity. "Elara, could you stop here? I just remembered I wanted to visit a specific shop nearby, I lied smoothly.

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loud sigh. I came here to find answers, but it seems like all

happens next will be

there a way for me to

to stop it, my child. I'm afraid you have nothing else

How will I go on with life knowing

me

I asked

is the only tool that can vanquish the deep-rooted evil

"You know about the evil residing inside His Majesty? What do you know about the

thoughtful look. "You can find all the answers you are looking for here," she said,

I opened

"There's nothing in here," I said, flipping through the blank

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I exclaimed, feeling a surge of frustration and

its true power lies not just in its blade but in the strength and purity of the one who

book?"

DOOK?

secrets in time,"

"How Will I

it's time?" I had pressed, but instead of an answer, she blew a handful of shimmering gold dust into

When I cautiously opened them again, I found

swirled within me as I scanned the crowd, but there was no sign of Marin or the place was just standing.

been? I've been searching everywhere for you!" Her tone betrayed her worry and relief in equal measure.

loud sigh of relief. Then her eyes fell

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