Betrayed by an alpha claimed by a lycan king

Chapter 171

SAGE

I clenched my fists, frustration burning through me like wildfire. "Scott, we cannot let this happen! They're just Kids Therd's no way they'll survive the Labyrinth of Truth!" My voice wavered, but I refused to let fear consume me. I paced back and forth across the room, my mind racing for a solution-anything to stop this madness.

Scott sighed heavily, his expression grim. "There's nothing I can do right now, my lady, he admitted, rubbing the back of his neck. "This process is legitimate and in line with the rules of the court. The elders have the right to question the children's claim to the throne."

I turned to him, my eyes flashing with desperation. "But they're children! Can't this be delayed until they come of age?

He hesitated before answering, his voice laced with reluctance. "Honestly, the rules state that once an heir manifests their powers, they are eligible to walk through the Labyrinth of Truth. It usually happens after the coming-of-age ceremony, which is why it's never been questioned before." He exhaled sharply, his brows drawing together. "Put this... this is unprecedented. There has never been a case of children being sent into the labyrinth. But that's only becane there hasn't been an heir who manifested their power and shifted this early."

I shook my head, unwilling to accept it. "There must have been something we could do"

Scott met my gaze, his eyes filled with an emotion I couldn't quite place. "I'm sorry, but I believe we have nothing to do bur trust they will manage to succeed the test."

I clenched my jaw, frustration and fear warring inside me. "No," I whispered fiercely. “I refuse to stand by and do nothing while my children are thrown into danger,"

Scott sighed, his expression torn between sympathy and duty. "I understand how you feel, my lady, but the elders have spoken. The trial has been set. If we try to interfere, it will only make things worse. The best thing we can do now is prepare them."

Prepare them? The idea of my children facing a trial meant for fully grown wolves sent ice through my veins. But deep down, I knew Scott was right.

I turned to Harper and Cooper, who had been silently listening to our conversation. They have been sitting in the corner as if waiting for their sentence. "Mom?" Cooper asked hesitantly. "Are we really going into the labyrinth?"

I swallowed the lump in my throat and knelt before them, cupping their tiny hands in mine. "Yes, sweetheart," I said gently. though my voice wavered. "But you won't be going in alone. You have each other. You have to look after each other."

Harper squared her shoulders, determination shining in her gaze. "We're not scared, she declared, her little chin tilting up defiantly. "If we have to do this to stay with you and.." She stopped for a minute as if she were still adjusting to the truth the found about his father. "Dad. Then, we'll do this. We'll get through this safely, I promise

Tears burned the back of my eyes, but 1 forced a sinile. "You are both so brave; I whispered, pulling them into a tight embrace. "But listen to me-being brave doesn't mean you can't be scared. It means you keep going even when you are scared"

were His Majesty's children. I truly believe that they can

fear in my chest refused to loosen its grip. My children were strong, yes-buo they were still just children. The Labyrinth of Truth was designed to break even the strongest warriors, forcing them

at Harper and Cooper. They stood side by side, their hands tightly

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They shouldn't have to go through

But they would.

their decree, and there was no way to take

I need to know everything about it. Every challenge

to the twins. "The Labyrinth of Truth doesn't just test strength or skill. It tests who you

my babies... I muttered under

exchanged glances but

reassured, his small fingers tightening

voice steady.

swallowed past the lump in my throat and forced a smile. "Yes," I whispered, brushing their hair back. "And no matter what happens in that labyrinth, I'll be

walked hand in hand with Harper and Cooper toward the entrance of the Labyrinth of Truth. The courtyard was packed with onlookers-elders, noble families, and warriors alike, all

concealing whatever awaited inside. My stomach twisted at the sight, but I kept my head high, refusing to show weakness-not in front of my children, and certainly not in front of the council that had forced this upon

lifted her hand, signaling for silence. "The Labyrinth of Truth has stood for centuries, a sacred test meant to reveal the worthiness of those who claim the throne, she announced, her voice carrying over the hushed crowd. "It does not care for lies, nor does

audience. Some watched with

silent, standing tall despite their small frames. Their hands were still clasped tightly together, their chins lifted in quiet

crouched to their level, placing a firm hand on Cooper's shoulder. "Listen to me. The labyrinth will try to get inside your heads. It will use illusions, fear, and doubt to shake you. Do not let it break you. Trust yourselves. Trust each other." Harper nodded, her sharp

faces in my hands. "No matter what you see in there, remember who you are. Remember that you are not alone. My voice wavered, but I refused to let the fear show. "You are my

pressed together in a firm line, and Harper gave me a

in her eyes.