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,
a shaking hand rested on my
wave of pleasure to
that hand a few inches
to the left… 4
flashed as I looked down at the
but she was far too
Luna is a woman who is skilled and strong, physically and mentally. One who stands by
greatest support when he needs it, one who
and overlooks and
sure that everything is in order, even when her Alpha isn’t there. One who will give him many pups too.” She smiled faintly. “That is what the
don’t think that comes close enough
I
look she has opinions, of course, honey, go for it.” Danciana chuckles and Dad shot her
because if she pisses me off, I
dear.” Dad says as Alcazer refilled
his Luna was hitting him … but she was just a
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
support but his greatest
his full position without his Luna by his side, and that’s why
future ruler
Luna by his side.” She finished. 2
of disbelief. But although I hated the fact that she just fucking said we need a
to
the tournament
fucking sense…
impressed. I guess my idea wasn’t too shabby… with a little work. She might
may not appear all that she is… this will be interesting. Maryka, take care of her and guide
trust his Mate, fated or not, she wasn’t all that she portrayed. She nodded at Chasyn, smiling as she looked at Evangeline.
is to marry her, that makes us sisters-in-law.”
be necessary, they will be pitched against one another. Let’s not try to sabotage the other chances, shall we?” I remarked coldly,
Zedkiel, you or I… whoever will carry the Vilkas name forward.”
he always acted like he didn’t see me as a monster… if
I wasn’t a fool.
that three. I’m
I will have a
eyes flashing as he slammed his fist on
table.
hell, do you think you’ll find one?” Ragnar
you yourself can
to you to take a look too… however, with your track record, I don’t think that would help.
After being in your presence 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
hand over hers, stilling the shaking. “Now if you will excuse us,
seat. Her heart was thumping violently, and I knew I had to get her out of there before she broke
for one day.
waiting for approval when Dad suddenly
“Wait!”
the
looking at him over my shoulder.
mark… that’s… you branded
as he stared at Evangeline’s back
crossing my lips. “Obviously…” I replied before dragging her from the
That’s…” He trailed off, knowing I wasn’t going to
to him. I
anyone. 6
hall, making her stumble, and I stopped
almost fell, but I caught her, yanking her into my arms and backing her up against the wall. She whimpered, staring up at me,
able to speak to an entire room of Alphas, yet now that you’re alone with me, you’re scared?” I asked, knowing my voice sounded harsh, gripping her chin in my free hand as I gazed down into
eyes.
only tempted me further. Unable to
flick my thumb before her lips slowly closed around it, making me fucking throb. Oh,
it along her bottom lip. “I’m waiting.” I growled huskily, and she closed her eyes,
only trying my best not to let you down.” She replied
my gaze
push her limits…. Seeing her in this dress… seeing her in anything messed with
I didn’t pin her to the fucking bed
forcefully. 2
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