Chris’s POVThis won’t do. This can not stand in this Kingdom. I feel like a failure. Having this meeting did absolutely nothing. We are not any closer to finding out who is murdering all these girls. Well, that’s not entirely true. We did find a connection. Another connection leading to Rae. I hadn’t realized that I was practically running until Preston stops me.Grabbing a hold of my arm, he yanks me to a stop. I look over and see that he is practically panting. I yank my arm away as I feel electricity start to rise through my body. Preston holds his arms up and chuckles.“Where has your head been at? I’ve been saying your name for the last quarter mile.” He says with a teasing smile.I shake my head. This is not the time to smile. “I’ve been screaming at myself. Telling myself how much of a failure that I am.” I answer.“Oh, and here, I thought that you were thinking of a young and innocent girl.” He says with a frown.I take a deep breath and try to collect my thoughts. I glance a
Rae’s POVI take a deep breath. I don’t know why but I’m nervous. Chris, I mean King Chris, has called a meeting for the whole Kingdom. I’m not sure what he’s going to say but it’s mandatory. So, that means that I can’t miss it. His orders were that, even if we can’t walk, for someone to carry us. It both frustrates and excites me.“Are you okay. Little Sister?” Katy asks.I smile at her nickname. Over the last few years, we’ve become close. “I’m fine, Kit Kat.”She chuckles. “Shh. Didn’t I tell you not to call me that?” She asks blushing prettily.“Why? I think it’s adorable, baby.” Talon says as he saunters in.She gasps.“Shh. Don’t encourage her.” She laughs.Talon walks up behind her and wraps his arms around her stomach protectively. “Are you done with her hair, baby? It’s almost time to go.”“Yes, hon. Just putting on the final touches. She needs to look pretty for our King.” She teases.“Ugh. Not this again, Katy.” I pout. I turn to look at her and narrow my eyes. “He made it p
“Hey, Em, have you seen Alrich?” I ask.She looks over at me. “No, actually. When is the last time that you saw him?”“It’s been a while.”“Erin?”She scoffs. “I don’t have a clue. It’s not like I keep up with his daily activities.”I shake my head. She really hates him.“So, do you guys think that he’s guilty?” I ask them. It makes me feel guilty because I consider him a friend but there’s so many coincidences.“No. I don’t like him but I don’t think that he’s responsible.” Erin says, surprising me.“Really? I figured you’d be the first to blame him.” I chuckle.She laughs. “Me too. The fact is, that it’s too coincidental like someone is purposely putting the doubt on him.”I think for a second. That seems like it could be true. I feel guilty again.“Maybe I should try and find him. I’m sure this is probably causing him some distress.” I say.“You will do no such thing!” I hear an angry voice say.I spin around. Of course! Chris. I narrow my eyes at him. What’s his problem? He has no
Chris’ POVOut of the five hundred people only ten families came to me after the announcement. They are obviously not happy with my decision. I stand and watch as they debate what they want to say. When it becomes clear that they are not going to say anything, I start the initiative. Might as well get this over with.“Listen, I know that you are upset.” I tell them.“No, I don’t think that you do, your Highness.” One of the males said.I glare at him and he bows his head in submission. “Why do you think that I don’t?” I ask, sincerely.“Your highness, may I?” One of the ladies asked. I nod. “Some of us don’t have any means to have someone escort us.” She says with a blush.I look at the few families and realize that the women would probably not be able to go shop, or get their water, under the new rules. I sigh. There’s not really much I can do about it. Their safety is important.“I will figure something out. Let me work on that and then I will get you the help that you need in the m
After making sure Alrich is covered, I make my way into my bedroom. Why is my life like this? I feel hollow inside for some reason. However, whenever I think of the families of the dead girls, I feel anger. Anger beyond control. Who is doing this? Why are they doing this? Why target me and Alrich? I guess that I am not going to get my answer anytime soon.The question is, should I go to school tomorrow? I am better now. I’ve missed quite a lot. I sigh. It definitely isn’t like it used to be. Now that Chris is back, I feel like I don’t have Emma or Erin anymore. Maybe I’ll just skip out on school. Who needs to learn all about the rest of the kingdom and their fables.I’m standing in the middle of a dark forest. How did I get here? I look around.“Hello?” I whisper.Last thing that I remember is being in my room, on the bed. I rub my eyes. Did someone bring me here? My breath hitches. What happened?I twirl around when I hear a branch snap. The person in the field is familiar to me. I l
Toby’s POVWalking away from Rae is the hardest thing that I have done. But I know that it is for the best. I asked my warriors to take her home. It was the only way that I could have peace of mind. They happily agreed. Though it gave me peace, it has not stopped my heart from hurting.I’m currently on my way to say good bye to the King. It’s time for my departure and I just need to check on the progress of the investigation. Before I go in there, I need to contact my warriors. I know it hasn’t been that long but I need to know how she is doing.*Jessica.**Yes, Alpha?* She responds immediately.*Any sign of trouble?* I ask.She doesn’t respond right away, making me nervous. *No, Alpha. It’s just that we smell Alrich coming.*I growl a little, startling the warriors beside me. I really need to rein it in.*Your girl is a little panicky, isn’t she? *Jonah chuckles.*Can you really blame her?* I ask.*I guess not. She’s cute, though.* Jonah states. I can hear Jessica growl. I chuckle.
Rae’s POVI am sitting and waiting for Mama to come home. I don’t why but I feet really guilty for just the brief moment of a kiss. I sigh. Maybe it’s because I am afraid that my relationship with my friend is going to change. Then again, I wasn’t really a good friend anyway. I was accusing him of murder.An urgent knock sounds, startling me. Did Alrich forget something? Or, maybe he realized that I was going to be left alone and decided to stay with me. I jump up and answer the door. I was sort of excited because I thought that maybe I hadn’t lost my friend. The excitement died down as soon as I opened the door. Jessica and Jonah were standing there looking concerned.“What’s wrong?” I ask. Jonah pushes past me and walks into the house. “Excuse me? What do you think that you are doing?”“He’s just checking your home, Raleigh.” Jessica says.I tilt my head. “Is there a reason that you feel the need to do so? Did something happen?”“We don’t know. You tell us?”I think for a minute. “
Chris’s POV Sighing, I look at all the papers in front of me. So much work goes into being the King. The stack of work is high but the thing that sits on my mind the most is the murders. There is absolutely no evidence of who is responsible. Toby is gone but he left his warriors to help keep Rae safe as well as help investigate the murders. I’m still unsure about the connection but he seems a bit possessive of her. I feel sorrow at that thought. I will forever regret what I’ve done to Rae in the past. It was necessary thought. I was becoming too attached. I fell in love with her. I didn’t think anything of it until I got told that I would have a destined Queen. One that I won’t know who it is until the timing is right. The wolves all have their fated mates and seem to love the idea of finding them. I feel dread. I don’t want anyone other than Rae. With Toby gone, I feel a need to step up my protection of Rae. I need to get back into her good graces so I can watch over her. Somethin