Contractually Yours, Alpha by Giftemmy

Chapter One Hundred and Four

RILEY’S POV

I had thought Vox would kill me before I had a chance to speak. For a moment, I doubted Bruce’s words. But the instant I mentioned the amulet, I saw something flicker in Vox’s eyes–it seemed to pique his interest.

“Do you have the Nexus Amulet?” he asked.

“I know how you can get it.”

“I need proof.”

“I don’t have any; you will have to believe me.”

Those black orbs found me once again. “What are your conditions?”

“Thane will be set free. My father, Bruce, must be released from the spell you cast on him. And finally, you will end this madness of turning the other packs against us.”

The last part hadn’t been part of the conversation I had with Bruce.

“The warlock.” Vox whispered, seemingly deep in thought “It will be interesting to meet him again after so 11 years; I didn’t think he would survive it, but just like you, he is a survivor.”

“I’m glad you still remember just whom I am referring to.”

humorless smile formed on his

terms? I mean, being the Overlord in this world is far

my best to suppress the panic rising in my chest; this was the only

that I wasn’t yet dead meant he was still considering my offer. Each step felt heavier than the next. I waited for him to

his usual calm tone.

on my face as I turned

guess we have a deal?” I asked.

Thane would remain locked away until I have set my eyes on the jewel.”

exactly what I wanted the most; I would have to believe

you will keep to your words when the time

bind me

yet I believed him; I had no other options. If he wasn’t being

sure. This bargain could either be a success or an absolute

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One Hundred and Four

his, but he stared at my outstretched hand with a cocked

are ancient and all, but come on,

my hand, his grip firm. I was sure going to have some bruises; maybe exchanging handshakes with Demon Overlord isn’t exactly the