Cage was too stunned to speak. They waited for her and she had to make a grand entrance while he was about to give his speech. She didn't even look apologetic. It felt like she planned it cause her entrance surely got people talking and wondering who she was. He glanced at her for a bit and she gave him a sly smirk. Oh, she knew alright. He turned back to the crowd. "Tonight marks the night we give thanks to the Moon Goddess, who has blessed us with wisdom and earthly things. We will sacrifice the bear that was caught yesterday and then we will feast!" "This year has been good to us. We are too important to be taken for granted. Due to our knowledge, we excel where ever we go. We are respected and feared. As the Moon Goddess's favorite, we should also honor her," Cage continued. "A long held tradition that will not stop even when we are gone. Our children will take over. And their children. And for many generations to come." Everyone clapped at his speech but there were still no
As Cassandra opened her mouth to speak, Ted interrupted her. "Would you like to dance with me?" He asked. She glanced at his face in shock. He brought out his hand and she took it. "I'll see you later, Lara," she said as he pulled her to the dance floor. Lara waved her friend off. Cassandra looked so happy Ted asked her for a dance. Lara wasn't expecting him to become bold with his intentions. Cassandra had told her, she had to pursue him every day even though they were mates. Ted never wanted a mate. He didn't want her and he was vocal about it. Guess her persistence had paid off because he looked ready to do anything for her just by the way he stared into her eyes. He was a man in love. Lara smiled. She was happy for Cassandra. "Tsk, tsk, tsk," Fayn mocked as she sat beside Lara. Lara tensed up. "You look really beautiful, whore. You don't mind if I damage your gown later on, do you?" She asked, smiling. Lara glanced at her without responding. Fayn would definitely get angry
"We are cool now, right?" He asked her. She nodded. He smiled as the dance ended. Everyone left the floor immediately. Lars walked to the side, not knowing what was about to happen. "Alyson, daughter of nobleman Agar come forward." Alyson went to him immediately. "The young lady here is courageous and one of the best archers I have seen. " He praised her. She smiled happily. "Now is the time for her to receive her reward," he said immediately. Alyson's face was a little bit complicated. She glanced at Kyla one last time. "Now tell your King, Alyson. What do you want us to give to you?" He asked her. She knelt on the ground. "I have thought about it yet there was nothing I wanted more than to get married one day," Lara was tensed. If Cage and Brad agreed then they might be able to have the ceremony right here and will have to destroy their bond with Lara What would happen to her? She would be sad or heartbroken but none of them would be able to go back to their life like befor
The ceremony had come to an end. Lara enjoyed every single part of it. Too bad Desi could not make it. Children were not allowed due to how sexual it could turn when some wolves get drunk. She stood up to leave and bumped into Fayn again. Fayn glared at her. "I'm sorry," she quickly apologized. "I don't need your sorry, wolf." Fayn glanced around and noticed that there was no one beside Lara for the first time. Cassandra had gone back with Ted while Kyla was sitting a little bit further away from her. The Kings were speaking to some nobles so she was left alone. Fayn smirked. "Do you think you deserve to live in the palace with the Kings?" She asked her."You're just a worthless and pack less wolf. No one would be watching you if you leave and never come back." "I can't do that," Lara replied before turning to leave."Why? Oh, are you leaving already? You're scared you won't be able to take me?" Fayn said loudly and laughed. Her voice echoed causing Cage and Brad to look in her
"Lara," a deep voice called out. She was still sleeping. "Lara, wake up," Brad called out softly again but she didn't move an inch. He glanced at Cage. Cage smiled and pulled the sheets away from her naked body. It seems to have been a wrong move because his eyes immediately glowed. He pulled his eyes away from her beautiful form. Brad wasn't any better. He tried to readjust his pants. "That was a wrong move," Brad told him. "I didn't know she was naked. We all slept with our clothes on last night," Cage grumbled. "Well maybe a magic happened," he said laughing. He covered her with the sheets. Brad held her shoulders and shook her. Her eyes opened. She frowned at the closeness of their face. Brad let go of her and she fell on the bed. Lara drew the sheets closer to her body and sat up. She glanced at the both of them and looked out the window. "Isn't it too early?" "No, it's not. Get your pretty ass out of bed and dress up." "My clothes are in my room," she murmured. "I br
They rode for almost an hour before they arrived at the village. Lara looked out the window to see the smoke burning in the distance. "What caused the fire?" She turned to Cage. "The report said it was a fire caused by a teenager that had shifted for the first time. They are holding him captive," he said with his eyes closed. "Why? It was a mistake!" "Doesn't matter, we will know when we get there." After a while, the carriage stopped and they got down from the carriage. There were already a few men and women standing in front of the carriage waiting for them. "Thank you for coming to our aid, Your Majesty," a man said. They were all looking dirty and tired. Cage nodded. "What is the situation right now?" "The fire burnt almost all the houses in the west. We need some food supplies as our storage also caught fire," the first man said. "Alright, let's go. I want to see for myself," Cage told them. They led the way. Cage took hold of Lara's hands. It seems they didn't think sh
Cage pulled the boy outside. The boy shrunk away from the sun and closed his eyes. After a while, he opened his eyes to see the people around him. The elders all stared at him, anger blazing from their eyes. Lara noticed it. These elders might have been the ones responsible for the boy's madness. "Where is his mother?" Cage asked them. "We sent her to the clinic at the capitol. Her injuries were severe," the old lady answered while glaring at the young boy. "Alright, I'll get to the bottom of this. This fire was not as a result of this young boy's mistake. He is being used as the culprit while the person responsible is walking freely." Their expressions changed. They didn't look pleased by the words of Cage."I understand why you might think so, Your Majesty but he started the fire. There is no denying that," the first elder said again. "Yes, and he will be punished accordingly. But this is a case of arson. Someone caused the fire to spread and that is the one responsible for th
"I'll have to tell Brad. He'll be so shocked. Our little princess is about to become a wife and mother," Cage said and everyone laughed. Gabby glanced at Lara again. She was surprised to see a wolf with His Majesty seeing as a wolf was the one responsible for his parents' murder. "Who is she?" She asked Cage. Cage glanced at Lara. "I had introduced her as a friend to your father but I'll say the truth. She is my mate. Our mate, Brad, and Mine," he said and held her hands. Nobleman Chad didn't look pleased. He shook his head. "You're about to make the same mistakes that your parents did. Do not trust a wolf!" He said coldly. He glanced at Lara one last time and left the room. "Uhmm it's nice to meet you, I'm Pen," she smiled"Hi Pen, you have such a lovely voice," Lara smiled at her. She blushed at the compliment. The other two sisters didn't look pleased to see her. Especially the first daughter, Gabby. She glared at her and when she couldn't stand the sight of her any longer,
It wasn't what they wanted. Cage glanced at his brother. They needed Ted to get evidence for them else they'd have no choice but to put her in the dungeon for conspiracy. Kyla already knew about it and so did her mate. It was only a matter of time before the Noblemen heard about it. They needed someone they could trust. Ted was the only one capable of doing it. He wouldn't want his step sister to get hurt. He was a loyal Lycan. "I will try my best," he said and stood up to leave."Also, I'd like to know if she has been in communication with anyone outside the kingdom," Cage added. "Do not let Kyla know about this. She already suspects Lara and wouldn't believe otherwise," Brad told him. He nodded and left. "Is this necessary?" Brad grumbled. "Yes, we have to get ready to attack before he sends his men over," Cage explained. "Lara is the only one who knows the way to her pack. She could lead us to either a trap or to victory." Brad sighed. He didn't like this. *****************
Everything was going wrong and there was nothing Ted could do to assist. Cassandra was punished by flogging. The Kings took pity on her and had her flogged. Lara was locked in her room and no one apart from Desi was allowed inside. No one was telling him anything. He hated being in the dark but couldn't confront the Kings to ask about her. He went to Kyla. At least, she must have an idea of what was going on in the palace. For all he knew, the Kings loved and cherished Lara. Locking her up seems suspicious. As he got to her house, Alyson opened the door. "Sorry for coming unannounced, I would like to speak with Kyla." Alyson was surprised to see the General at her door. She nodded. "Please come in," she waved, taking a step back for him to go in. Ted entered the house. Alyson offered him a seat before going to their room to inform Kyla of her guest. A few moments later, Kyla came out. "This is new," she said as she sat in the opposite direction from Ted. He sighed. Never have be
Cassandra glared at Lara but frowned. Was she speaking about the gemstone she had shown her? Her hands immediately went to her neck as she held onto it. Ted glanced at Cassandra. "Cassandra showed you the gemstone?" Lara nodded, looking at him hopefully. "And it once belonged to your mother?" "Yes, her name was Evelyn," Lars whispered. Ted frowned, unable to understand how she came to that conclusion. His mum was a werewolf, he knew but he didn't know she had a child. A girl. Her words were confusing. A gemstone can't be the only evidence to support her claim. "Do you have any other evidence?" He asked her. Lara frowned and shook her head. She was scared but determined to convince him. The Kings might make a decision that would hurt her but she is willing to prove her innocence. If Ted could be beside her, she would be confident. Her hands shook. "It's true, Ted," Cage's voice rang out from behind Cassandra. They turned to the voice. Cassandra's eyes widened and her eyes were
What is going on, Brad? Your expression is scaring me," she told them. He hugged her out of nowhere.Kyla came into the throne room and couldn't believe what she was seeing. What were they hugging Lara? She is one of them! Cage turned to Kyla and smiled at her. She nodded her head although she was still confused. Did she just make them get closer to their mate or what? "Brad now is not the time," Cage told him. Brad pulled away from her. "How did you find out?" Brad asked him. Cage pointed at Kyla. "She did it. She found the man responsible for our tears and also the whereabouts of her cousin," Cage said proudly. Lara turned to her, shocked. "You found where my father and Max are?" She asked again. Kyla nodded. That was not the cause for celebration though. They needed to strategize on how to attack the Alpha before he attacked them again! "Who is he? Tell me, who the bastard is!" Brad asked Cage but Cage shook his head. "Kyla, tell them what you told me." Kyla came Forward.
George cracked open his eyes and glanced around. Where was he? He looked at the familiar room and immediately recalled he had gotten home before giving up. He tried to move but ended up groaning with pains. What the hell did they put in his back? It hurts. He closed his eyes and tried to stifle the scream that was about to come out. After a while, the pain was gone and he opened his eyes again. He opened his eyes to his Father, staring at him. He quickly looked somewhere else. Alpha Robert watched his son in pain but didn't feel an ounce of compassion for him. He needed George to be strong. He was too weak. How could he come back looking like an animal? "How was the trip that made you leave your position as an Alpha? How was the experience? Was it enjoyable?" He asked his son. George couldn't look at his father in the face. He regretted ever accepting Lara as his mate. He should have rejected her the day he found out she was his mate.He wished he could go back in time. All these
It was late in the night when Brad and Cage finally got home. Lara had slept off while waiting for them. She was tired. As they entered their joint room, they saw her sleeping while hugging some pieces of jewelry close to her heart. "What's that?" Cage asked Brad. He glanced at them."I think she was looking at them and fell asleep with it in her arms," Brad said as pulled his shirt from his body. They were very tired and after stressing out for a whole day, what they wanted was to curl up with their mate but it seemed she was tired too. They took their bath and climbed on the bed. Brad tried to take away the jewelry and ended up waking her from her sleep. "Hello, mate," he murmured and kissed her cheeks. Lara opened her eyes and tried to sit up. "I'm about to sleep, you don't have to sit up." "I'm already awake," she grumbled. "Where's Cage?" She glanced around. "He is still in the bathroom," Brad couldn't help but yawn. He was very tired. Lara thought about not asking but afte
"You heard me, there's nothing in there. Maybe some beautiful woman and gems but aside from that I won't advise a pretty young lady like you to go," he told her. She ignored his words. "I'm still going to go!" She insisted. Suddenly, he held her arms and shook her. "It's not safe! Unless you want to be food for the Lycans. Now leave!" He shooed her away. Alyson moved away a little bit. "You sound hurt. Did anyone around you get killed by a Lycan?" She whispered. When he glared at her, she turned her attention to the tree. Kyla was done waiting. They were not saying anything. As she made a move to come out, the man answered. "Yes, I lost my father to those beasts, and now due to the greed of your Alpha, I am about to lose my own!" The tall man yelled.Alyson took a few steps backward. The men were becoming aggressive. "W… wha.. what do you mean by that?" He scoffed at her responses. Yes, she wouldn't know about what happened years ago since she must have been a child back then.
Lara couldn't believe it. They had accepted her relationship with Brad and Cage. The joy on her face could not be hidden neither did she try to hide it. Brad had glanced at her numerous times as they went back to the palace. She was glowing. He loved the look on her face. At least, they were done with the Noblemen. Cage was also happy. Finally, he would be able to mark his mate. If only he had seen his parents' murderers, he would be more than happy. He glanced around and noticed that Kyla was not with them.As a general, she always went out with them. He was so occupied that he didn't even notice it. Ted was with them though. "Where is Kyla?" He asked Ted."I have no idea, Your Majesty. Should I send someone to go to her house to check on her?" Ted inquired. Cage shook his head. Maybe she had gone to get something important for him and was not back yet. He decided to forget about her for the moment. "Do you think we will be able to do our mating ceremony now?" Lara asked them.
Nobleman Chad cleared his voice and decided to continue with his questions. He loved the way she answered them precisely but couldn't take any sides else they would start suspecting him. "Miss Lara, you've been participating in activities only Lycans do, is that a way of trying to prove that as a wolf you can do better than us?" He asked coldly. Lara hesitated. Who the hell thinks like that? She shook her head. "I have participated in only two Lycan activities so far and I didn't do it to prove anything." "During the yearly celebration, The Kings appointed me to be in charge of the preparations as their mate. I accepted because I wanted to be able to ease their stress." She took a deep breath to calm her emotions. "As for the second challenge, Fayn had asked numerous times for a fight but I rejected them. I decided to accept the challenge when she kept disturbing me, knowing fully well I might die." Her words about his daughter made him very angry. Nobleman Agar had to place a ha