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Chapter 55

Author: Lucia Joseph
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Athena's POV

As I slowly woke up to the sound of heavy footsteps approaching, I felt a guard's rough hand shaking my shoulder. "Time to wake up, Miss," he grunted.

I shot up, my eyes narrowing as I glared at him. "Don't you dare touch me with your filthy hands," I spat, my voice laced with venom.

The guard recoiled slightly, his expression apologetic. "I'm sorry, but your presence is requested. You are needed in the grand hall," he explained, gesturing for me to follow him.

I knew what this meant. It was time. With a resigned sigh, I got up and followed the guard through the dimly lit corridors of the Palace.

When we finally reached the grand hall, I was met with the stern gazes of all the elders gathered there.

A small vial containing a truth serum was placed before me, and Alpha Axel spoke up. "Drink this. If you refuse, it will be taken as a sign of guilt," he declared, his voice firm.

I hesitated for a moment, weighing my options. But deep down, I knew there was no way out of thi
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