Lycan's Prey by Jessica Hall

Chapter 20

I swallow thickly though I am thankful he can’t recognize my scent, it goes to show how much I reeked of Rhett and his pack last time we met.

“Hmm, interesting. Unmarked, unmated, and pure.” he purrs while inhaling deeply. “Now that is worrisome indeed,” he adds, letting me go abruptly, I stumble back. “Dangerous even,” he warns and my cheeks flame with not only the heat of him so close but the humiliation.

The King’s eyes bore into mine, demanding answers. His presence is overwhelming, filling the room with an oppressive energy. “My Beta said you haven’t registered. Is that true? Why didn’t you register?”

I struggle to keep my composure, aware that the slightest misstep could have grave consequences. “I… I forgot,” I lie, hoping he’ll believe me.

The King strides forward, his intimidating presence making my heart race. I can feel his eyes burning into me, assessing me with a critical gaze.

“You dare to trespass on our land without registering, knowing the risks of being not only a werewolf but an unmated one, unmarked one. You would put my son in such a risk by merely being near you so close to the next full moon,” the King growls, his tone menacing.

“No, I was trying to help… I… didn’t know he was your son… I…”

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not normal for a boy his age and you expect me to believe such words. You said so yourself that we met before or didn’t meet, which

definitely would raise more suspicion now he already thinks

son.

expected to believe you just happened upon my son?” Max stares up at his father and tugs at

to help Max.” I chew my

The King snaps. “How do I know you

kidnap him,” I protest desperately. “I

gaze piercing and intense. For a moment, there is silence as we

my side. “You won’t hurt my

the King explains, his tone gentle but

didn’t mean it, right, Brielle?” Max looks at me with pleading eyes, the hope in his expression

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