CHAPTER FIFTY-THREEThe Alliance 2Nora and Gamma Fred, their hands bound and their fate sealed, were forcibly taken by the guards. The grip on their arms was tight, leaving no room for resistance as they were dragged away from the safety of the room. Nora's pleas and cries for mercy fell on deaf ears as she tried desperately to convince the guards of her innocence."Please, I don't know anything about how the prince was hurt! We should be let go!" Nora's voice trembled with a mix of fear and desperation as she continued to plead her case. But her words seemed to only further incite the guards, who remained resolute in their duty.The guards, unmoved by Nora's protests, continued their relentless march, their shouts drowning out her pleas. Their expressions were hardened, their resolve unyielding as they followed orders without question. Nora's words seemed to have little effect on their course of action.As they were pulled away, Nora couldn't shake the realization that she was now f
CHAPTER FIFTY-FOURThe Hidden MateAshier lay on the bed, his pale face reflecting the toll of his ordeal. The physician carefully attended to his deep cut, cleaning it with antiseptic and gently stitching the wound. Ashier winced in pain as the physician worked, but he remained still, knowing it was necessary for his recovery.As the physician worked, Alisha anxiously watched, her worry etched across her face. She had hoped for better news, but her heart sank when the physician began to explain the severity of Ashier's condition. The physician revealed that Ashier had lost a significant amount of blood, more than they had initially realized. The physician expressed disappointment that the message sent by the earlier physician hadn't conveyed the gravity of the situation.Turning to Alisha, the Royal physician spoke with a grave tone. "The alpha king has weakened significantly due to the blood loss. He must receive adequate rest and care to regain his strength." Alisha nodded, her con
CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVEThe Failed PlanBlair stood rooted to the spot where Alisha had left her, her mind swirling with a whirlwind of emotions and thoughts. The weight of Alisha's words pressed heavily upon her, reminding her that she was to keep her status as Ashier's mate a secret. She felt trapped, torn between the desire to be with the one who had risked everything for her and the reality of the forbidden nature of their connection.As she pondered the implications of being a hidden mate, Blair's thoughts raced in every direction. She thought about the depth of the bond she shared with Ashier, how he had selflessly protected her, and how she had grown attached to him. But now, faced with the decree of secrecy and the impossibility of a future together, she felt lost and uncertain.Being a mate was supposed to be a special connection, a bond that transcended all obstacles. Yet, Blair found herself confronted with the harsh reality that she couldn't openly embrace her fated partner. Co
CHAPTER FIFTY-SIXAccusedNora's eyes widened with fear and panic as she realized that she had been caught in the act. The color drained from her face, leaving her pale and visibly shaken. Her mind raced, desperately seeking an escape route from the consequences of her actions.Frantically, Nora's gaze darted around the room, scanning for any possible means of diversion or escape. However, the walls closed in around her, leaving her feeling trapped and powerless. Every avenue seemed blocked, every option futile.Her shoulders slumped, and she hung her head in defeat. Thoughts churned in her mind as she contemplated her next move. She knew she needed a way out, a plausible excuse or a convincing lie that could extricate her from this dire situation. But as she looked into Blair's eyes, she sensed an unwavering strength and a deep-rooted skepticism that made her realize no amount of deceit would sway her.In that moment of quiet reflection, Nora understood that the truth was inevitable.
CHAPTER FIFTY-SEVENMy MateTears streamed down Blair's face as she was forcefully escorted by the guards, her voice choked with sobs and desperation. She pleaded with them, her voice cracking as she tried to explain her innocence."I didn't do anything! It was Nora's plan! She tried to kill the king, not me!" Blair cried out, her words filled with anguish and despair. But her pleas fell on deaf ears, as the guards remained unmoved and resolute.“Take her away and give her the punishment she deserves!” Alisha barked orders at the guards.Blair’s voice grew louder, her cries echoing through the palace halls, desperately hoping someone would hear her and come to her rescue. "Please, listen to me! I am not the one! Nora framed me!" she shouted, her voice filled with desperation.But the guards remained relentless, dragging her through the corridors with no regard for her protests. The palace walls seemed to close in on her, and the lack of support from anyone only heightened her feelings
CHAPTER FIFTY-EIGHTWhere Is My Mate?“Blair is my mate and there is nothing anyone can do about that.” He shouted. “She is my mate!”Ashier's declaration echoed in the room, his voice filled with determination and conviction. He proclaimed that Blair was his mate, and no one had the power to alter or hinder that undeniable bond. His words resonated with a sense of defiance, refusing to be swayed by external influences or opinions.“She is my mate, and I need to see her now. Where is she?” He asked again.Alisha's reaction was immediate as she sprang up from her seated position and marched towards the window. Anger simmered within her, frustrated that Ashier didn't grasp the gravity of the situation she was trying to convey. She felt a growing fear that if the truth about Blair, a mere human, being Ashier's true mate were to become known to the pack, it could lead to their questioning of his authority and potentially jeopardize the stability of the kingdom.Standing by the window, gaz
CHAPTER FIFTY-NINEKill The KingBlair stood in the cell, her body frozen in place as the thorns surrounded her from every direction. Every turn she made only revealed more thorns, leaving her trapped and unable to find a way out. Panic threatened to consume her, but she fought to remain composed, desperately clinging to the hope that help would arrive.Prayers escaped her lips in hushed whispers, as she sought solace in the belief that someone, somewhere, would hear her plea. She prayed for Ashier's safety, hoping with all her might that he would be shielded from harm and that Nora's malicious intentions would be thwarted.In the midst of her own turmoil, Blair couldn't help but replay the events that led her to this moment. Regret crept into her thoughts, wondering if she should have let Nora go unpunished, if she should have kept her knowledge hidden. Perhaps then she wouldn't find herself trapped in this unforgiving cell.Head hung low, her spirit weighed heavy with the realizatio
CHAPTER SIXTYSaved Once AgainAshier stood at the door, his heart pounding in his chest as he witnessed the horrifying scene unfolding before his eyes. The thorns continued their relentless advance, closing in on Blair with each passing moment. He felt a surge of fear wash over him, threatening to consume him entirely. Losing Blair was a thought he couldn't bear to entertain, and the sight of her shouting and screaming for help only intensified his desperation.His mind was clouded, his thoughts racing as he grappled with the overwhelming fear of losing the woman he loved. In that moment, he was paralyzed by the weight of his powerlessness. Ashier's eyes fixated on Blair, his gaze filled with anguish and helplessness. He yearned to rush to her side, to protect her from the impending danger, but his body refused to respond to his desperate pleas.As he stood there, his body trembling in sync with Blair's cries, he found himself trapped in a vortex of confusion and panic. The gravity o
Chapter NinetyLess Than Five DaysPicking up his shaky legs one after the other, Ashier made his way to the dining room, his steps were slow and unsteady. The aroma of the breakfast dishes filled the air, tempting his senses, but as he sat down to eat, his appetite had diminished. The food on his plate seemed tasteless, the flavors dulled by the weight of his deteriorating condition.His head spun with dizziness, intensifying his struggle to focus on the meal before him. He picked at the food, unable to bring himself to take a single bite. Each morsel felt heavy in his mouth, as if infused with a bitter reminder of his own mortality. He couldn't eat the food, he stared at the plate his fork moved in a circular motion as different thoughts raced through his mind. Thoughts of the condition he was in swept through his head.Restlessness gnawed at his thoughts, the realization sinking in that the countdown he had been given did not guarantee him a full seven days of life. It was just a r
CHAPTER EIGHTY-NINELast Five DaysThe soft morning sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow on the room. The rays danced across the furniture, painting delicate shadows on the walls and floor. As the room slowly came to life, Ashier's eyes fluttered open, one after the other, to behold the peaceful scene.Beneath him, Blair lay sound asleep, her head nestled against his chest. A tender smile curved his lips as he traced his fingers gently through her silky hair. In that quiet moment, his heart swelled with a mixture of love, gratitude, and bittersweetness.Memories from the previous day flooded his mind, filling him with warmth and joy. From their intimate moments of pleasure to the grand dinner where he revealed Blair's family, every detail played vividly in his thoughts. The dance they shared, the tears of happiness that adorned Blair's face when she saw her loved ones again—each memory held a special place in his heart, and he hoped it was the same for Blair.He
CHAPTER EIGHTY-EIGHT Fulfilling Her WishAshier stood up slowly beside Blair who was already fast asleep, and he walked slowly into the bathroom gently and silently so he wouldn’t wake her up. He stood under the shower and turned on the water, letting it roll down his body as he relived the moment of their lovemaking which happened almost an hour ago.He quickly took his bath and stepped out of the bathroom, he needed to find a way to fulfill Blair’s wish, there must be a way to do that and he wanted to do that, before they set out for the feast and the dinner.He walked into the closet and picked up the clothes which she picked for him, he quickly got dressed and walked back to her on the bed.He leaned in and kissed her softly on her forehead.Blair turned and opened her eyes, as if it was the kiss that woke her up, she rubbed her eyes as it was still blurry to see Ashier in her front, fully dressed.“Did I wake you up?” Ashier asked, concern etched on his face, he didn’t mean to w
CHAPTER EIGHTY-SEVENMoment Of Pleasure“I will see to that,” Ashier murmured, vowing and making a promise to her and to himself silently to fulfill her wish.He pulled back and held her hand, “We have to go prepare for the feast,” he smiled as they headed for the room.Blair kept looking around as they walked to the room, she saw the big pool which was at the center of the room and smiled, this was the exact type of mansions she has seen in books and in pictures, she thought it was all picture and imagination, she never knew that such house truly existed.Ashier held her hand tightly, as he thought about the way to fulfill Blair’s wish, it was a hard one, but he still wanted to try his best to fulfill it. It was one of the ways not to ever make her forget this moment, but how would he take her to see her mom and her siblings? How would he do something like that?He sighed as they walked, giving it a deep thought.Hand in hand, Ashier and Blair got the door of the room, he pressed on
CHAPTER EIGHTY-SIX The FeastBlair couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude and excitement for what lay ahead of them. The house had surpassed her wildest dreams, it offered a haven where their love and dreams could flourish. She knew they would be out of this place in the next three days, and back to the place, but they could still make some memories her.She had a big smile on her face as she looked around, wishing and imagining how they would come here with their kid after the delivery, she imagined coming back to the mansion to have the family alone time and she couldn’t help but feel elated and excited for that time.Ashier turned to the maid, “Let’s have a feast!” He declared.The maids bowed and made their way into the big and spacious kitchen, getting ready for the feast, the sound of plates and cutleries clasping against each other only made the moment more exciting, and it made Blair look forward to the feast and the delicious delicacies the maids were going to make.She
CHAPTER EIGHTY-SIX Last Six Days“You should get mated to her!” The high priest declared.Ashier looked at Blair, this is what he always wanted, this is what he has wished for and he was glad that it was finally going to happen, but he wanted to happen few days to his last day.He wanted to die peacefully with that feeling of being mated with his love, he wanted to leave with that feeling.“If you want that, Your highness, then please give us the day.” The high priest stated.Ashier smiled and turned to Blair, “I will be getting mated to Blair in the next three days, and I want you all to be present there,” he announced, “This shall be the end of today’s gathering, I dismiss you all.” He added.Alisha walked to him, “You should thank your brother, Your highness, he was the one who saved Blair this morning.” Ashier nodded and walked to Ralph where he has been standing, “Thank you!” He murmured.Ralph smiled, “You can call me anytime you need me, I’ll be there,” he responded and bowe
CHAPTER EIGHTY-FIVE Get Mated“Who is the father of this child?” Alisha shouted at her and watched as Nora slowly raised her hand to point to someone in the crowd.Alisha’s eyes widened, “Gamma Fred?”“H….He is the father.” Nora declared.“Fred!” Ashier shouted, still holding on to Blair, “How dare you do something like this!” He shouted.“There is no need to argue or yell at each other, Your highness, just banish these two wicked beings away from this kingdom. They don’t deserve to share this kingdom with us, they are a disgrace!” One of the park members yelled.“He is right, Your highness, these two should be sent away!” Another shouted.“No, I don’t think so,” one chimed in, “They shouldn’t be banished, because they would only get more time together, they should be hung to death!” He shouted.Ashier just stood there and watched as they argued between themselves, trying to come to an conclusion on the judgement to be passed on Nora and Gamma Fred, he didn’t know what to say and wha
CHAPTER EIGHTY-FOURCaught, Red-handed“What!” Alisha exclaimed and turn to Nora, she glared at her from head to toe, like her gaze would throw her off, “I knew something was off from the start, because I have seen it that she is carrying the real heir. I knew she was lying from the start, she is a liar.”“What is happening?” Ashier asked for explanation, he had been so lost since and now the same thing was happening as they weren’t telling him what was going on this time.Alisha smiled, “This means that this woman manipulated the result of the test,” she moved closer to Blair, “Blair is carrying your real heir, your blood line flows in this baby!”A big smile fell on Ashier’s face as he pulled Blair to himself, he was glad that he finally got what he wanted, he finally got the truth. He was already finding it difficult to deal with what the high priest said before that Nora was the one carrying his baby, he felt like everything had come to an end, because he couldn’t imagine being wi
CHAPTER EIGHTY-THREEHis Blood Line“Then, who is carrying the child?” Ashier asked with excitement written all over his face. He hoped it would turn out to be the result he want and everything would go well after that. His heart thumped in excitement in his chest as he waited for the high priest’s response, he was not really scared before, but now when it was closer to finding out the truth and the one who carries his real child, his fear grew.The high priest moved towards the three chalices. “The one with that chalice,” the high priest said and pointed to the chalice, “Queen Nora!” He announced.Ashier’s heart leaped into his throat as he heard that, he wasn’t sure if he heard right, he wasn’t sure if he was hearing the right thing. Was it just a dream? Was it a nightmare? He wanted to wake up from it really bad if it was one, he couldn’t believe what the high priest has said.He pinched and shook his head, just to be sure that he wasn’t making things up and he has heard the high