The Rejected Werewolf Princess by Didiadeyemi

CAMILLA'S POV

I wasn't sure if Ryker's idea was amazing or going to end up being a total disaster. It had the possibility to be both depending on how the elders chose to go along with things. The elders stayed staring at us after his words, their faces held various expression from shock to disbelief and finally annoyance but no one said a single word.

“Your majesty,” one of the elders began clearing his throat. “There have always been six elders. It is the way it has been for ages. Your ancestors-"

“Probably had use for six elders,” Ryker said simply and they all went silent. “As of right now, I have no use for six elders who waste time and resources. Prove to me that you are useful and you will be kept. It shouldn't be so hard, should it?”

He pursed his lips but didn't say anything. I glanced over at Ryker who said nothing. He was leaning back into his chair with a look on his face that could only be described as superior. No one spoke for a full minute and I realized that they were waiting for me to say something. I didn’t know what to do. On one hand, I understood what Ryker was trying to do but on the other, I recognized the need for tradition.

Still, there was no possibility that I was going to stand against my mate so I cleared my throat. “I believe the prince has spoke. Does anyone have any questions?”

“None, your majesty,” they bowed in unison.

“Good, you can all leave now.”

There were grumbles and chairs being dragged unnecessarily against the floor as they stood to their feet. I watched them file out in order and I watched them leave. Visit Job nib .co m to read the complete chapters for free. Just as the door was about to close, I noticed one of the elders lingering. I knew without looking that it was Caius, he was the only one who ever lingered. He was the only one who would dare to.

“Do you need something, Caius?” I asked looking up at him with a bored expression and he pursed his lips.

“I just wanted to ask if you knew what you were doing, your majesty. This kind of competition could prove to be unhealthy amongst the elders. Not a lot of them are willing to ever go back to being normal citizens. Things could end up in a way that you don't expect”

“I believe we can handle ourselves, Caius,” I drawled. “You would do well to focus on your own problems right now. Everyone is at risk of losing their jobs, including you."

I could see the surprise on his face. For some reason, he might have thought that it didn’t affect him but it did, it affected everyone. Sure, he was kinder to us than the others and he was arguably more useful than the others but he was going to have to test it like everyone else. There was no way in hell I was giving anyone any kind of preferential treatment.

course, your majesty,” he bowed

gone and I was sure the door was securely shut behind us, I turned to Ryker. I finally let my wall down and let all my worry flood his senses. It took him off guard because I saw something

support you and you know that," I began with a soft whisper. “But you know that

actually leaving the palace,’ when he said it like that, it

you aren't going to remove any of them?” I asked

some work to attend to

there was anything that required that much time and attention. I crossed my arms over my chest and tried not to let my suspicion and anxiety show. A few weeks ago, I wouldn't have cared but now that he

even and light hearted. “I didn’t know you were going to be going

with Juan. I need to understand these powers that I

want any

my statement before he refused. I would have been lying if I said I didn’t feel bad that he wasn't accepting my help but I pursed my lips and said nothing. He was at liberty to do such and I could understand not

smile. “Just be safe, okay?” Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and

and with a kiss on my forehead,

being honest. I tried to focus on my work so I could finish up early but my every thought revolved around Ryker and if he was safe. His wall was up so I couldn't sense him but that didn't stop me from worrying every few seconds. He hadn't told me where he was going and neither had Juan. It was almost like they had disappeared and thankfully, I wasn't

and feeding her lunch in her room when I heard a knock on the door. I glanced over at Christine who was lying on the bed in front

eyes widened because Audrey was meant to be

your majesty,” the guard responded but he didn't say anything else. It was almost like he was contemplating whether or not he should talk to me and that infuriated

then what happened and why is she back early?” I asked opening my arms for Audrey

her, the princess was scaring some of her classmates and talking about seas of blood,” he

hands. She seemed slightly embarrassed and I knew she didn’t want to talk about this with him in the room so I cleared my throat

tomorrow so that we can talk as well,” I told him

Audrey still hadn't looked up from her hands and when she saw that my complete attention was on