Let Me Go, My Mafia Husband by Paga Slayer

Chapter 620 Don't Reject Me

"Alpha King Zander is already betrothed to Alpha Albert's daughter, and Queen Selena is promised to God Kaelvor. It's only fair to proceed with the planned arrangements and not disrupt them simply because the Alpha King suddenly realized he is the mate of our queen," the High Priestess argued firmly in my favor. She cast a sharp, instructive glance my way, urging me to speak. But I remained silent, unsure why I felt compelled to hold my tongue.

"High Priestess, how can you say that?" Zander retorted, his tone filled with fury. My gaze lingered on the imposing figure of my mate, the Alpha King, as tension filled the air. A deep unease settled in my chest, knowing that a conflict between my mother and my mate was brewing. If it came to a confrontation, whose side would I even take?

"You know what a mate means to us werewolves!" Zander's thunderous voice echoed through the hall, his words cutting through the murmur of the council like a blade.

"The times have changed, Alpha King," my mother countered, her voice steady and firm. "Now your mate gets to decide whether she wants to be with you or not."

Whether to be with him or not? My eyes widened in disbelief at the absurdity of the phrase. Of course, I wanted to be with my mate. I loved him deeply, and there was no question about it. Whether it was the dawn of civilization or the most advanced era, I would always choose him-my mate.

"Why don't you ask my mate instead of deciding on her behalf, High Priestess?" Zander growled, his voice dripping with frustration as he turned an accusatory glare toward my mother.

"Queen Selena," the council head interjected, his tone formal and measured, "would you like to make a statement so the council can reach a decision?"

I glanced at my mother, whose sharp stare silently urged me to side with her and let down my Alpha King. Then my gaze shifted to Zander, and the hope flickering in his eyes made my resolve falter. My lips trembled as I bit down on them, feeling utterly torn and conflicted.

about your people and the Lunar Realm, Selena. This is not the time to be selfish or

had to decide, and quickly. Taking a

speak, the heavy toll of a

until the lunch break," the council head announced, rising from his seat. Everyone followed suit, standing and preparing to leave. When the council head exited the room, the rest of the

at my mother,

ladies' room to freshen up," I said softly. She nodded silently and I stepped out of

get lost. I glanced left and right but couldn't spot any signs pointing to the washroom. Feeling a bit overwhelmed, I stopped and asked

a left," he instructed

skirt

in my

trip over

turn and took it, hoping to find what I was looking for. I

walked further, a sudden presence behind me sent shivers down my spine. The next moment, the familiar, intoxicating scent filled my senses. I knew he was there. spun around promptly, but before I could react, a strong hand wrapped around my waist.

you doing, Alpha Zander? Someone will see us,"

speed he'd shown and the sheer proximity of my irresistible