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 SIXTY-ONEUnbreakable Bond 1With Blair's unconscious form nestled in his arms, Ashier could feel his heart pounding against his chest as if it were trying to break free. The weight of the situation pressed down on him, and he felt a sense of overwhelming vulnerability. It was as if his own life was intertwined with Blair's, and any harm that befell her would be his own undoing.His legs and hands trembled as he stood there, caught between the urgency to act and the fear of making a wrong move. His mind raced, searching for a solution, desperately praying that nothing would go wrong and that Blair would be safe.As Ashier turned towards the door, hope flickered within him, only to be dampened by the arrival of Alisha. She stood in front of him, her expression resolute yet filled with concern. She shook her head, her voice filled with caution, telling him not to take another step.Confusion and frustration washed over Ashier. He couldn't bear the thought of staying still, paral