Chapter 42

RUNE POV

It's been a long time since I left the pack.

There was nothing important to do outside the pack and I preferred watching Aella with my eyes, rather than asking one of the men to keep an eye on her.

They would do a good job, but not exactly what I know I want them to do.

“Good morning, my lord.”

The sound of a woman's voice made me look up. “Good morning, maid. Drop the tray and walk away. I'm sure you know what to do or don't you?”

She nodded, did as she was supposed to, but did not walk away. I didn't care. I would care more if it was Aella but she wasn't the one. Rather, it was some maid who would not help with any information I needed so I wanted her out of my room.

“My lord.”

Looking up, with anger written on my face, I asked. “Well, do you want something? I don't recall asking you to feed me, or did I?” I asked the woman who shook her head, bowing the next moment. “So what do you want?”

“The Luna,” she said with a bow. “My Luna says she wants to speak with you as