Chapter 123
SAGE
The figure that emerged from the shadows was a young woman, her presence commanding despite her petite frame. Her sharp features were accentuated by a cascade of raven-black hair that fell over her shoulders, and her piercing green eyes held a confidence that matched Titus's. She was flanked by a group of warriors, each one armed and watching us with sharp, assessing gazes.
"I'm Elise," she said, her voice steady and strong. "Daughter of Alpha Marcus. You're trespassing in Ironclaw territory."
Titus didn't flinch, his blade still at his side but his posture calm We're here to speak with your father," he said, his voice firm but not aggressive. "I'm Titus, Alpha of the Black Iron Moon Pack."
Her gaze flickered briefly to his domineering eyes, recognition sparking there, but she didn't lower her guard. "The Lycan king, am I right?" she asked.
"That's correct," Titus replied.
A couldn't miss the look in her eyes-admiration, curiosity, and, most unmistakably, desire. It didn't sit well with me, not one
bit. It's no secret that Titus's striking presence can leave anyone breathless. Women across his territory practically fall over themselves just to catch his attention. So, it didn't surprise me that the young woman standing before us was clearly captivated by him from the moment they met.
What did surprise me was how much her interest bothered me. It gnawed at me, an irritation I couldn't ignore. I already had Anna to contend with; her lingering feelings for Titus constantly come between us. And now, here was someone new-a fresh competitor vying for his attention. The worst part? I hated that I cared.
"My father doesn't meet with outsiders lightly, especially unannounced."
cause trouble," he
moment, her eyes narrowing slightly. "Important enough to
gaze evenly. "Yes," he
Elise nodded, a subtle motion that seemed to signal her men to lower
"I'll take you to my father, but I warn you-he's
we were on their territory now. The Ironclaw warriors were disciplined and alert, their movements efficient as they
saw in Titus. Along with that
packhouse was a massive stone structure, its walls fortified and its design practical yet imposing. It spoke of strength and resilience, a reflection of the
He stood at the head of a long table, his presence as commanding as
missed nothing as he took us
he said, "the lycan king
merely lend it to them for the time being," he said without hesitation.
curved into a faint, skeptical smile. "You don't waste
power, and every moment we wait, he tightens his grip on the kingdom. I need allies, Alpha Marcus. I need strong packs like yours to stand with me." The room fell silent as Marcus studied Titus, his expression unreadable. Finally,
risk my pack's safety for your cause isn't going to be easy. You'll have to
tightening with determination. "I expected nothing
who had taken a seat beside him. "Elise, you brought them here. What
her gaze sharp and thoughtful before finally resting on Titus. There was
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