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."

didn't respond. He looked at his watch and

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rushed to me and grasped my hand. He positioned himself right next to me. Everything happened last night and this morning must have frightened him. I affectionately ruffled

fine, and so is Beryl. But she is still sleeping. I'm

a little while longer," I said in a comforting voice and hugged

Beryl from the female officer's arms. He said to me, "Beryl should stay with me for now. You can visit her

option for Beryl. Now that I wasn't rushing

"Beryl might be cranky when she wakes

replied, "I will. You don't need to worry about

was still bandaged. He scowled and asked, "Hasn't Arron recovered yet? His face

quietly pulled him behind me, shielding him from

check him again. His wounds are always covered and can't get enough fresh air.

refused. "No, thanks. I've got this under control. Arron will be fine soon and his dressing will be removed

eyebrows nearly disappeared into his hairline as he said, "That's good to hear. If you need any help, just bring him to me immediately. I don't want