The Lycan King's Fate Calling

Crystal's POV:

Rufus pursed his lips and remained quiet for a few minutes. Then, he said, "Maybe I'm mistaken. I seem to notice a slight difference in your demeanor when you're dealing with acquaintances and strangers. Sometimes I get the impression that you're also familiar with me."

I was nonplussed for a second before I smiled. "You're definitely mistaken. This is the first time I'm visiting the imperial city and meeting you. I was nobody before this. How could I know you? And I haven't stepped foot outside the border pack since assuming the position of Alpha."

Rufus' eyebrows furrowed as he countered, "I would never forget someone I've met."

"You claim that you remember everyone you meet, so search your memory. Have you seen me before?" I asked.

Rufus tilted his head and studied me thoughtfully. I held my breath and summoned my courage to meet his eyes, praying that he didn't suddenly recall anything about our past.

After a while, he looked away and indifferently said, "I've definitely never seen you before."

My body sagged in relief and I instantly changed the topic. "I wonder if Beryl is awake by now. If she has woken up, she might be crying for you."

his watch and said, "It's

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and grasped my hand. He positioned himself right next to me. Everything happened

is Beryl. But she is still sleeping.

tired. Let her sleep a little while longer,"

to me, "Beryl should stay with me for

Staying with Rufus was the best option for Beryl. Now that I wasn't rushing out of the imperial capital, I could

and added, "Beryl might be cranky when she wakes up. Please

will. You don't need

bandaged. He scowled and asked, "Hasn't Arron

me, shielding him from Rufus' gaze.

always covered and can't get enough fresh air.

became a little anxious and quickly refused. "No, thanks. I've got this under control. Arron will

"That's good to hear. If you need any help, just bring him to me immediately. I don't want you to complain that I didn't treat you, a guest from the border