Rejected Slave To The Alpha by Gory Anna

Chapter 72

Nelly’s POV.

I opened my mouth to speak, but before I could utter a word, I caught Kex’s eye. Hist expression was smug, and it made my blood boil.

“Kex,” I said, my voice low and dangerous.

“Hmm?” he hummed, feigning innocence. I knew he was enjoying this, the mischief sparkling in his eyes.

“You’re joking, right?” I asked, my voice cracking with emotion. “There’s no way you would let them go to war, right?”

Kex’s expression softened, but his eyes were still cold and calculating.

“There will be war, Nelly,” He said, his tone leaving no room for argument.

I felt my heart sink, the implications of his words weighing heavily on me. I knew what this meant – bloodshed, destruction, and suffering. And all for what?

I felt my anger simmering beneath the surface, threatening to boil over. I took a deep breath, struggling to keep my composure.

“War isn’t the solution, Kex,” I said, my voice quivering. “You just need to let him know that you killed his late beta because he killed yours. It was in self–defense.” He let out a short laugh, the sound hollow and cold.

“Oh, darling,” he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. “It’s not that simple. I’m not a coward. If he wants war, then he’ll get it.”

I felt his hands on my waist, pulling me close. I tried to push him away, but he was too

strong.

“War isn’t good, Kex,” I said, my voice pleading.

“What are you scared of? That I’ll lose, or…?” He trailed off, unable to finish his thought. His gaze was dark, and I knew he was searching for the truth. I swallowed hard, trying to find the words to explain.

“It’s not about winning or losing,” I said, finally finding my voice. “I’m scared of the innocent lives that will be lost. All because of pride.”

My words hung in the air, heavy with emotion. I held my breath, waiting for his

response.

men weak,” he said, releasing me from his

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grip.

a gentle kiss on my forehead, and

I called out, but he was already halfway out the door.

asked, his hand on the doorknob. I took a deep breath, trying to find the courage to say what I needed to. “Get ready for war,” he said, before I could speak. With that, he walked out

and forth in the room, my thoughts racing. How could I stop this war? I wanted revenge on my brother, but not

and I knew he wouldn’t be easily persuaded. I felt my hands start to shake, my whole

dread. I sank onto the bed, my head in my hands. The door opened, and

looking all over the palace for you,” she said, walking into the room.

room to treat my injury,”

and she sat down next to me. “Let’s go back to your room,” she said gently, offering me a hand. I took it, and she helped me to my

with a soft click. Aisha sat

face me.

fear. I nodded, unable to speak. I could see the terror in Aisha’s eyes, and

said, her voice barely above a whisper. “We both know how powerful the Rogue King

about this?” Aisha asked, hope shining in her

with regret. “I tried to persuade him, but he said no. He

at the floor, her shoulders sagging. “Harry feels the same way,” she said quietly.

right. We were all in this together, and there was no turning back

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knock on the door, and I rose from the bed to answer it. My legs felt heavy as I made my way to the door, my heart pounding in my chest. I opened the door to see one of the guards standing there, his face

your presence,” he said, his voice monotone.

saw Aisha standing in the corner of my vision, her face pale. We followed the guard out of the room, the sound of our footsteps echoing down the hall.

whispered, her voice