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
a future queen, Danciana,
a shaking hand
wave of pleasure to my dick.
wouldn’t mind that hand
to the
as I looked
she was far too busy
woman who is skilled and
he needs it, one who
and overlooks and takes
in order, even when her Alpha isn’t there. One who will give him many pups too.” She smiled faintly. “That is what
think that comes close
do, I
honey, go for it.” Danciana chuckles and
move, because if she pisses me off, I won’t hold
dear.” Dad says as Alcazer
bottle already… I guess the loss of his Luna was hitting him … but she was just a woman, who cares. He could easily replace her.
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
his greatest advisor and strength. An Alpha
reach his full position without his Luna by
wants the future
by his side.” She
disbelief. But although I hated the fact that she just fucking
to be whole,
about the tournament made
fucking sense…
idea wasn’t too shabby… with a little
not appear all that she is… this will be interesting. Maryka, take care of her and guide her as best you can.”
did not trust his Mate, fated or not, she wasn’t all that she portrayed.
marry
they will be pitched against one another. Let’s not try to sabotage the other chances, shall we?”
Zedkiel, you or I…
like he didn’t see me as a monster… if
I wasn’t a fool.
three. I’m entering.
the week, I will have
flashing as he slammed his fist
table.
you’ll find one?”
ball Ragnar, perhaps you yourself can find
would say to you to take a look too… however, with your track record, I don’t think that would help.
Perhaps this is what was necessary… you may claim her at the ball as yours and then we will hold the weddings immediately.” Dad said and
Reaching over I placed my hand over hers, stilling the shaking. “Now if you will excuse us, I think I’m done.”
violently, and
for one day.
door, not waiting for approval when Dad suddenly spoke.
“Wait!”
door, one foot past the
looking at him over my shoulder.
mark… that’s… you branded
as he stared at
my lips. “Obviously…” I replied before dragging her from
trailed off, knowing I wasn’t going to
I
anyone. 6
making her stumble, and I stopped in
her, yanking her into my arms and backing her up against the wall. She whimpered, staring up
alone with me, you’re scared?” I asked, knowing my voice sounded harsh, gripping her chin in my free hand as
eyes.
but she was unable to speak, and it only tempted me further. Unable to stop myself from slipping my thumb into her mouth. Oh
and I felt her tongue flick my thumb before her lips slowly closed around it, making me
her bottom lip. “I’m waiting.”
trying my best not
my gaze dipping
I could push her limits…. Seeing her in this dress… seeing her in anything messed with my head, and
I didn’t pin her to the
her forcefully. 2
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