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
But a future queen, Danciana,
when a shaking hand rested on my
of pleasure to
mind that hand a
and to the
eyes flashed as I looked down at the
was far
a woman who is skilled and strong, physically and mentally. One who stands by her Alpha
support when he needs it, one
and overlooks and takes care of
there. One
say, but I don’t think that comes close enough to
I
course, honey, go for it.” Danciana chuckles and Dad shot
off, I won’t hold back from
Alcazer refilled his glass once again.
already… I guess the loss of his Luna was hitting him … but she
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 stead. A
greatest support but his greatest advisor and strength.
without his Luna by
the future ruler to
Luna by his side.” She
and Draven let out snorts of disbelief. But although I hated the
to be whole,
about the tournament
fucking sense…
nodded, surprisingly he looked pretty impressed. I guess my idea wasn’t too shabby… with a little work.
wise choice… although she may not appear all that she is… this will be interesting.
trust his Mate, fated or not, she wasn’t all that she portrayed.
is to marry her,
Let’s not try to sabotage the
Zedkiel, you or I…
he didn’t see me as a monster… if only I
wasn’t a fool. 2
that three. I’m entering. By the
of the week, I will have
said suddenly, his eyes flashing as he slammed his
table.
hell, do you think you’ll find one?” Ragnar
Ragnar, perhaps you yourself can find one too.
would say to you to take a look too… however, with your track record, I don’t
is the first time a woman is still alive for this long. 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 and I heard my Little Mouse’s breath hitch. Her hands once again fisted in her lap.
over I placed my hand over hers, stilling the shaking. “Now if you will
up I enclosed my hand around her wrist, tugging her from her seat. Her heart was thumping violently, and I knew I had to get her out of there
for one day.
pulled her towards the door, not waiting for approval when
“Wait!”
one foot past the threshold. My eyes flashed
at him
you branded
pale as he stared at Evangeline’s
an eyebrow, a cold smirk crossing my lips. “Obviously…” I
off, knowing
to him. I didn’t
anyone. 6
her stumble, and I stopped in my
into my arm and almost fell, but I caught her, yanking her into my arms and backing her up
Mouse? You were 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
eyes.
was unable to speak, and it only tempted me further. Unable to stop myself from slipping my
her lips slowly closed around it, making me fucking throb. Oh, how I fucking wanted those lips wrapped around my
waiting.” I growled huskily, and she closed her eyes, exhaling deeply.
sorry. I was only trying my best not to let you down.” She
murmured, my gaze dipping to her
her in anything messed with my head, and sometimes I
her to the fucking bed
her forcefully.
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