CHAPTER SIXTY-THREEFacing The Pack Questions 1“The pack members are not smiling Your highness.” Alisha said.As Alisha's words sank in, Ashier found himself unable to form a coherent response. He stood there, his gaze fixed on the floor, a heaviness settling upon his shoulders. The weight of the situation bore down on him, and he felt trapped between conflicting loyalties and promises.Alisha's revelation had brought to the forefront the imminent confrontation with the pack, and the thought of facing their questioning gaze filled him with trepidation. He had always strived to be a strong leader, one who upheld the traditions and expectations of his pack. But now, standing at this crossroad, he realized that his choices would have far-reaching consequences.His mind whirled with the memories of the promises he had made to Blair—promises to protect her, to stand by her side. Those words echoed in his ears, intertwining with the demands of his pack. How could he reconcile the two? How
CHAPTER SIXTY-FOURFacing The Pack’s Question 2“Your highness,” one of the pack member began, “This is an unusual and abrupt meeting and it is because something unusual has happened in the palace,” he continued, “We are here to discuss the issue Your highness.”Another one stood up, “We heard you are in an unspeakable relationship or situation with a slave Your highness,” he bowed, realizing that it might just be speculation and he might be accusing you the king, “So we heard Your highness, and we are here to ask you and to see if you have any explanation as to why you carried a slave in the palace.” He added.“Rumors spread fast Your highness, we are trying every possible means to see that what happened wouldn’t get to the market. If it does, we won’t be able to handle what comes with it.” Another pack member said, “We await your response and your explanation.”Ashier raised his head which he had bent for minutes, he looked around the hall, meeting up with the face of each of them a
CHAPTER SIXTY-FIVEBreak The BondAlisha met Ashier’s gaze, her eyes filled with a mixture of empathy and determination. She took a deep breath before responding his question, her voice was steady and resolute. "We have to break the bond, Your highness. It’s the only way,” she announced.“What!” Ashier exclaimed.Ashier's confusion deepened as Alisha’s worrs echoed in his ears. He looked up at her, his eyes filled with a mixture of disbelief and uncertainty. The idea of severing the bond he believed was unbreakable between him and Blair shook him to the core. He couldn't fathom a world without Blair by his side, their connection and love intertwined.He struggled to find words, his mind grappling with conflicting thoughts and emotions. Breaking the mate bond meant letting go of Blair, releasing her from the powerful bond they shared. It meant choosing between his duty to the pack and his deep love for Blair.As he hung his head, his thoughts swirled in a chaotic whirlwind. He loved Bl
CHAPTER SIXTY-SIXOne Must DieThey all piled into the sleek black car, the engine roaring to life as they embarked on their journey. As they sped away, Ashier couldn't help but be aware of the weight of their purpose. The sound of the engine and the wind rushing past seemed to muffle his thoughts, but they continued to gnaw at his mind.As they drove, Ashier's gaze was fixed on the passing scenery outside, but his mind remained entrenched in doubt and uncertainty. He questioned the decision to break the bond, grappling with the consequences it could bring. He wondered if they were making a mistake, if severing the connection between him and Blair was truly the right path to take.Lost in deep thought, Ashier replayed memories of the moments they shared, the undeniable pull and connection they had. He remembered the times when the bond served as a lifeline, alerting him to Blair's pain or danger. He couldn't shake off the feeling that by breaking the bond, they would be sacrificing a
CHAPTER SIXTY-SEVENSacrifice HerAshier's eyes widened in disbelief as the soothsayer's words hung in the air, echoing through the room. His heart sank, and a cold shiver ran down his spine. The weight of the revelation seemed to press upon him, threatening to crush his hopes.He sat there, staring into the soothsayer's eyes, searching for any sign that this might be a misunderstanding or a misinterpretation. But the somber expression on the soothsayer's face confirmed the severity of the situation. It was a truth he couldn't deny.The realization settled upon Ashier with a heavy burden. The soothsayer's words confirmed his lingering doubts, his instinctive unease about attempting to break the bond. A part of him had already sensed the potential consequences, but now it was laid bare before him.Lost in thought, Ashier's mind raced as he grappled with the magnitude of the decision ahead. He felt torn between his love for Blair and his responsibilities as a leader. The weight of his d
CHAPTER SIXTY-EIGHTLost“She is my mate and there is nothing anyone can do about it!” Ashier yelled, “Let’s leave.”“Your highness, we have to..”“Let’s leave Alisha!” He said and Alisha nodded, unable to say a word this time.Ashier, Alisha, and the guards swiftly made their way to the car and climbed inside. The engine roared to life as they embarked on the journey back to the palace. The rhythmic sound of the tires against the road accompanied the heavy silence that filled the vehicle.As the car sped through the streets, Ashier's mind was consumed by the heated argument he had with Alisha. His thoughts whirled around the weight of his decision and the potential consequences that lay ahead. He questioned himself, unsure if he was truly prepared to follow through with his words.His emotions fluctuated between determination and doubt. On one hand, he couldn't fathom the thought of losing Blair, the woman he loved deeply. On the other hand, he recognized the brewing storm that would
CHAPTER SIXTY-NINEA ThiefAs the door to Alisha's chamber swung open, revealing the empty room, Blair remained within its confines, her thoughts wandering in a realm of uncertainty. However, her solitude was soon interrupted by the presence of Nora, who strode into the chamber with an air of authority. Nora approached Blair, her demeanor cold and demanding, and abruptly reached out to grab her hand."Come with me," Nora commanded, her voice dripping with arrogance. "I need you to help clean my room."Blair instinctively pulled her hand away, her eyes narrowing in defiance. She retorted, her words laced with a mixture of frustration and indignation, "Why should I clean your room? You have your own slaves to attend to such tasks."Nora's face contorted into a sneer as she belittled Blair's worth. She responded with a venomous tone, belittling Blair's station in life. "You are nothing but a slave. Know your place and do as you're told!"In that moment, Nora's true colors became evident.
CHAPTER SEVENTYPregnant QueenAshier's heart raced in his chest as he burst out of Alisha's chamber, his footsteps echoing through the hallway. Fear coursed through his veins, and his mind was consumed by worry for Blair. He scanned the surroundings, his eyes darting from one corridor to another, searching desperately for any sign of her.His pace quickened as he moved through the palace, his steps becoming more urgent with each passing moment. The fear gnawed at him, an unshakable feeling that Blair was in danger. Every shadow seemed ominous, every silence filled with foreboding.As he roamed the hallways, his breaths came in short gasps, his mind racing with all the worst-case scenarios. He couldn't bear the thought of something happening to Blair, and the fear of losing her gripped his heart tightly.Ashier's eyes scanned every face he passed, hoping to catch a glimpse of Blair's familiar features. His mind was filled with images of her, both joyful and vulnerable, as he yearned f