21. A Reward

ZEDKIEL.

I licked my lips, unable to keep the smirk off my face. She had a fucking point although I don’t think she realises I was no longer the person I was eight years ago But I couldn’t deny she looked smoking hot standing her ground. Although I didn’t know if I should be offended or

impressed that she feared me more than an entire table full of Lycans.

Her eyes held Danciana’s and I couldn’t help but remember the words of the

Shadow Wolf… A sliver of unease flitted

through me. No mere Omega could just hold an Alpha’s daughter’s gaze like that … One who was mated to a Lycan at that.

Draven let out a low whistle as Chasyn and Maryka exchanged glances.

Danciana let out a fake laugh, but it was obvious she was trying to gather herself. Not expecting my Little Mouse to speak up like that. I glanced at Dad, who was watching Evangeline with a faint smile on his face, a look of interest in his eyes. 2

His gaze shifted to meet mine, and he nodded slowly. ‘Perhaps this might not

be that bad of an idea… She actually stood up to you for the Welhaven boy when no

one else had the courage to… I included.

Perhaps it was her innocence, and she

didn’t know what you were capable of, or

she has potential that we do not know of

….. But she is wolf-less Zedkiel. Perhaps that’s why she didn’t feel the power of your Lycan’s wrath.’

‘She doesn’t need a wolf to stand by my side.’ I replied through the mind link.

And I was certain that she could sense my

aura…

He seemed to be musing over what I said, until Danciana spoke, drawing both of

our attention back to the table.

“Then shall we test your knowledge? I

mean, my sons deserve no less than an

Alpha blooded female. Why should one settle for an Omega orphan? Let’s see if you even have the basic knowledge a

Luna should have?”

My sons? I wasn’t her fucking son, and

she never treated me as one either. I

looked at Evangeline. Her lush breasts were rising and falling, but she still nodded to Danciana’s question. My gaze dipped to her hands that she had clenched on her lap. They were trembling slightly.

She may be acting confidently, but my Little Mouse was still nervous and

probably terrified. “Danciana, let’s not test her right now…” Dad said, chuckling

lightly, only for Danciana to shake her head, raising her hand.

“Oh, it’s all in good faith.” She

responded, but I didn’t miss the glint of challenge in her eyes when he looked at Evangeline once more. I’d entertain her, but if she crossed a line, then I would deal with her. “Tell me what makes an

Alpha’s mate a Luna or shall I say an Alpha Prince’s, Luna?”

This was bullshit. A standard Luna

etiquette was something that we were

taught, and I had a feeling Evangeline

probably did know the answer. If the

raise her as it

future queen, Danciana, was fucking pushing it.

cut off when a shaking hand rested on my

wave of pleasure to

hand a few inches

the left…

as I looked

beside me, but she was far too busy

skilled and strong, physically and mentally. One who stands by her Alpha

greatest support when he needs

and overlooks and

One who will give him many pups too.”

that comes close enough

do, I

opinions, of course, honey, go for it.” Danciana chuckles and Dad shot her

I won’t hold

on dear.” Dad says as Alcazer refilled his glass

guess the loss of his Luna was hitting him … but she

above all is to guide her Alpha in times when he may not be treading the right path… a woman who is compassionate and caring to all. Yet one who is ready to take control if the Alpha isn’t around, to protect her Pack in his

Alpha’s greatest support but his greatest advisor and

reach his full position without his Luna by his

future ruler

by his side.” She

although I hated the fact that she just fucking said we need a

side to

the tournament

fucking sense…

I guess my idea wasn’t too shabby… with a little work.

she may not appear all that she is… this will be interesting.

Mate, fated or not, she wasn’t all that she portrayed. She nodded at Chasyn, smiling as she looked

absolutely, if Zedkiel is to marry her, that makes us

they will be pitched against one another. Let’s not try to sabotage the other chances, shall we?” I

mean it as a competition Zedkiel, you or I… whoever will carry

acted like he didn’t see me as a monster…

a fool.

three. I’m

I will have

said suddenly, his eyes flashing as he slammed

table.

do you think you’ll find one?”

ball Ragnar, perhaps you yourself can find

say to you to take a look too… however, with your track record, I don’t think that would help.

this long. After being in your presence Perhaps this is what was necessary… you may claim her at the ball as yours

my hand over hers, stilling the shaking. “Now if you

Her heart was thumping violently, and I knew I

for one day.

not waiting for approval when Dad suddenly

“Wait!”

the threshold. My eyes flashed red as I

at him over my shoulder.

mark… that’s… you branded her

as he stared at

an eyebrow, a cold smirk crossing my lips. “Obviously…” I

off, knowing I wasn’t going

to him. I didn’t answer

anyone. 6

hall, making her stumble, and I stopped

into my arms and backing her up against

able to speak to an entire room of Alphas, yet now that you’re alone with me,

eyes.

and it only tempted me further. Unable to stop myself from slipping my

eyes softened, and I felt her tongue flick my thumb before her lips slowly closed around it, making me fucking throb. Oh, how I fucking wanted those

rubbing it along her bottom lip. “I’m waiting.” I growled huskily, and she closed her eyes, exhaling deeply.

sorry. I was only trying my best not

fail…” I murmured, my gaze dipping to

her limits…. Seeing her in this dress… seeing her

to

forcefully. 2

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