"What the hell do you mean by that?" Brad frowned. She shook her head. "It's nothing, I'll just take my leave," she stood up but Cage pulled her back to his legs. "You're not going anywhere, little wolf until you tell us what your statement means," Cage said. She frowned. This wasn't how she expected the conversation to go. They had brought her to a point where she has to spill what she had seen or not leave. Just as she was thinking about how to reply to them, the doors opened. Desi walked inside with Nanny Maggie behind her. "Mummy, I've been searching all over for you. I have something I'd like to show you," Desi yelled happily as she ran to them. Lara stood up and this time, Cage allowed her. She sighed in relief. Desi had saved her from trying to lie her way out. "Oh, where is it?" She glanced at Desi's hands. There was nothing in it. Maggie was also empty handed. "It's in my room, Mummy. I didn't want to move around with it." "Alright, let's go," she told Desi and took a
"Are you joking with me right now?" Cassandra yelled at Ted. She was fuming with anger. All her hopes were crushed. After thinking he was going to finally accept her as his mate, he does exactly the opposite. "I'm not," he said, turning away from her. She glared at his back wishing she could turn off her feelings just the way he does. "You said you loved me," she whispered. Ted had given her so much hope in the past few weeks and although he never touched her, she thought they had gotten somewhere. Was it all fake? Were his words just a lie? It wasn't making any sense to her. Why couldn't he just tell her what he wanted and how he felt? "I never lied to you, Cas. I won't lie. There are just some things that need to be done before I'll be able to be with you," Ted tried to explain. "What is it? Being at the beck and call of the Kings. Or is it about your family? What? I've told you I don't care about that, why won't you let it go?" "Because it is important to me!" Ted yelled. Ca
Lara gasped! Was this a dream or was he really here? She asked herself. In the room was everyone important. What should she do? The mere sight of him scared her to death. Her body started shaking just like it did whenever he was closeby. Her wolf shook her head, rejecting him. George just stared at her with a crooked smile on his lips. Finally he had gotten her. There was no escaping now! Brad noticed her expression and walked over to her. He held her hands, trying to pull her close to himself. As soon as he touched her, she shrunk away. Cage and Ted glanced at each other. There was something wrong. Why was there a werewolf tracing Kyla? He walked up to George and pulled him up. "Why are you in my pack, wolf?" He growled. George couldn't speak. The aura from Cage was suffocating. It rendered him speechless. "I'm… I," he glanced at Lara once more but she wasn't looking at him. Her eyes were focused on Brad whose expression was already turning into a frown. "Come," Brad said, pul
She lifted her eyes to him, her heart beating so fast it made her dizzy. He wasn't going to get angry at her? She also glanced at Brad. "You're with us, Lara. From the first day we saved you, you became ours. It was only a matter of time." His words were soothing to hear and she felt relief wash over her. They were going to be with her. She nodded but didn't speak. "Let's have dinner. The food is already cold," Brad said before walking over to his seat. Cage held her hands and pulled her to the table. They sat down and started eating. Lara couldn't eat despite their words of comfort from earlier. They might be able to fight for her but they won't be able to take Desi too. Desi was George's daughter and would be in his right to fight for his daughter. They wouldn't want to fight with the wolves. She also wouldn't advise it. The food in front of her was left untouched as she kept thinking about what to do. Cage and Brad couldn't eat too. They watched her play with her food while
As Lara and Cage walked to her room, she couldn't help but steal glances at him. Was he really not angry or were they lying to her? She thought to herself. "Let's trust our mates," her wolf told her. After not speaking to her for days, she finally decided to speak as soon as George was found. "What if they are not able to protect me? Their kingdom comes before me," Lara said. Her wolf barked. "We are mates. They would not choose power over us! They love us!" "I don't think you understand. Stay out of this," Lara said and blocked the mind conversation between her and her wolf. As they got to her room, she held Cage's hands, stopping him from opening the room. He looked at her. "I'm fine now, Cage." "It's not safe to be alone tonight." He scrunched his face in displeasure. "I know but right now I need some time alone, please," she pleaded. Cage became confused on what to do. If he insisted, she might end up moving away from him, just like she normally does. Right now was a criti
They went to Desi's room but couldn't find her. It was already late so where could she be? Cassandra tried to persuade her as they walked but Lara was adamant in her decision. No one could change her mind. She was the one who went through all those years of pain and torture. They wouldn't understand what that meant to her. "Where could she be?" Lara murmured. She was already scared and not seeing Desi in her room made her uncomfortable. "She might be with the Kings," Cassandra said. They might have taken Desi to their room or she might have gone out for some air. Why would she be in their room? She asked herself. Did the Kings suspect something? She nodded and turned to leave. "Where are we going?""My room. There's no need anymore," she forced out a smile. Right now, she has to be cautious. Everything she did could make the Kings lose trust in her and she needed them to help her. Hopefully, they'll be able to keep George with them for a few days. "Alright, it's late already. W
Cage growled. He tried to ignore George's words. Brad noticed how angry Cage was and held him. "He is trying to get to you," he said, glaring at George. "I know but it won't happen," Cage said before turning to walk away. Brad followed him out of the cell and tg guards locked it. "I need some fresh air," he murmured and walked out of the dungeon. Cage couldn't stay there any longer else he could be tempted to kill him. They left the dungeon and started walking to the palace. "Cassandra should be with Lara, right?" Brad asked. Cage nodded. He wanted to be with his mate at the moment but couldn't. Her scent would calm his beast at least but it would be selfish of him. As they walked, Ted was seen coming with a sleepy Desi who had a confused look on her face. She yawned while rubbing her eyes. "There's no need to bring her, Ted," Brad said. Ted blinked in confusion. "I'll take her back to her room." Brad took Desi from Ted and they all walked back to her room in silence. They cou
"Good morning," Brad said as soon as he got closer. He wasn't able to sleep also and wanted to see her as soon as he woke up. He glanced at Cage with a raised eyebrow. What was he doing here early in the morning? "Seems I wasn't the only one who didn't have a peaceful night," Cage said with a small smile on his lips. At least, he was sure he wasn't being paranoid. Brad sat on the bed beside Lara. She forced a smile on her face. "You both do not have to be here," she told them. She understood that they were worried about her but their presence was only going to make her decision harder to make. After already deciding to leave, she needed them to give her some space at least. "Well, I want to. We won't be training this morning though," Cage told her. She nodded. The training was the last thing on her mind. After the duel, she continued her training with Cage and Kyla just to get stronger. She thought it wouldn't hurt anyone to keep training so she continued. "Thank you." "You loo
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