Her Unwanted Mate On The Throne

Chapter 52

Chapter 52 You’re safe here, Doris.

When Doris didn’t object, Enzo dragged the chair a bit closer so he wouldn’t be so far away. Still, he made sure to keep a respectable distance between them. “I know you’ve probably heard some horror stories about our pack—and had to live through one unspeakable experience but I hope I can help you understand us a little more.” Enzo leaned forward and rested his elbows on his knees. After what she went through, she didn’t think it would be possible for her to see them in any other light no matter how nice he was to her. “Years ago, our pack was able to break away from Royal House Arnold and their corruptive ruling. We made a life for ourselves out here—”. “Excuse me,” Doris interrupted. “Did you say Royal House Arnold has a corruptive ruling? What do you mean by that?”

Enzo looked at her with furrowed brows.

Doris shifted under his gaze. She knew how they treated her at the palace, but not the other citizens. “I’ve worked at the palace for over five years, I’m not allowed to venture into the towns away from the palace.” Understanding lightened his eyes.” You’re a servant to the palace, aren’t you?” “Yes, of course I am. What else would I be?” “I thought you might have been the prince’s-never mind. It doesn’t matter. I’ll tell you how they treated their own citizens.” He stood and hovered near the unlit fire place. “You don’t mind if I light this, do you?” “No, you can.” Doris said. She watched as he leaned down to light the logs and warm the room. It was a small sense of relief to feel a bit of

no rights and it was impossible for us to live. “They took advantage of us, and they still do for those that remain there. Even those of us who were alphas had no rights. The king took pleasure in knowing he could control those who couldn’t afford to eat. He held so many lives in his hand and did nothing to help any of them. He encouraged the abuse, if anything.” Enzo twisted a golden ring on his finger. “You were sold to the palace too, weren’t you? When you were young?” Doris swallowed and nodded. She

I was sixteen.” “Then you know a bit of what I mean. You know how unfair it is to have your life sold away to the palace and not even get to breathe without their permission. You’re a young girl who should have choices. Us rogues, we came here

not be killed because we don’t have money.” “I—I don‘t understand. Why are there so many horrible stories about the north? Why do you have rogues that torture others?” Doris asked. Her eyes flickered to her bruised wrists where the ropes burned her. He must have noticed, his face softened a bit as did his words. “We had to make a name for ourselves out here. We couldn’t have the kingdom coming to rip apart what we made here. They tried when they heard we wouldn’t listen to their ruling any longer. They came with hundreds of guards to tear us down but we were prepared and fought more viciously than they expected. We only allowed a few guards to survive to tell the story of how they were beaten.” Doris pulled her sleeves over her hands . “It seems some of the rogues are still vicious towards others.” “Unfortunately so. Some rogues think it’s their job to make sure anyone that comes to the north is taken care of. Especially if they’re royal. I know the royal members are resentful of us and our freedom from the kingdom, when they heard a prince was passing through

those princes. Even William-deep down. “Are you referring to Prince William?” Enzo said with disbelief in his tone. “Yes, of course I mean him-” “Prince William has been brutal since the moment he came into the north. He’s been acting crazed since you were taken.” “What do you mean? I know he defended himself when we were ambushed but surely you understand” “No, he’s hunted down rogues who wished him no harm looking for you. Last I heard, he was tearing through each village to make sure you weren’t there.” Doris’s lips parted, there was no way that was true. She thought he would have already been to the market by now and forgotten all about her. Why would he be searching so

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