26"Rush the process? Does this means you will rush your coronation process? " Joey asked and Stefan nodded" Yes, that way she won't be able to even come back if truly she's still alive," Stefan added with a smirk. "But-" "No more buts, my decisions has been made and i don't go back on them, " Stefan cut him off and sprang up on his feet.."Where are you going now?" Joey asked when he begin to place his car keys and phones into his pant pocket."I should start working about the issue also, I don't know what the elders might be thinking,," He uttered and left the party.Joey pour more drink into his glass cup and shook his head, " I don't understand why he's heart is too full of greed and deceit." The young guy wondered. ** Later in the evening** The meeting hall" Why did you suddenly call us like this, Stefan? " An elder asked and the others nod their heads in agreement to what he said.Stefan was now sitting on the seat meant for Nathan, "I'm glad you all h
27"That's true, Stefan is a greedy man," Elder Marcus nodded in agreement to what lady said." I know him better," She mumbled " What do you plan to do now? He's at the edge of getting what he wants, why don't you step out of your shadow? " The old man asked"Of course I will, which day did he chose for his coronation?" She asked"On the morrow, "" As much as I expected, give him all he ask for, " She mumbled and Elder Marcus raised an eyebrow" Even the throne? " He asked nut the lady shook her head''No, tease him a bit while you await my arrival""....Its high time to step out if my shadow like you said," she added with a smile. **The following day** [ The Pack hospital]"You have to get up, Nathan...Stefan is taking it all, this is too much for me to handle alone," Riella cried holding Nathan's hand.Casey was also there with her, "It gonna be fine, he's gonna get up from the bed," Casey told her."When? Its been two days already He's not giving sign he wants t
28Everyone at the coronation gasp, Stefan eyes almost pop out from their sockets."Noelle!" Riella screamed from where she stood with her friend, without thinking twice she bounce on Noelle giving her a tight hug.Casey was watching from afar, she was tearing up, tears of joy actuallyRiella sniffed, "I was worried sick about you!" She told her not letting go of her.Noelle smiled brightly, "Oh dear, what to do? I really made you worried, didn't I?" Noelle muttered and pat Riella on the back.The two ladies pulled away from the hug slowly, "I'm coming, let me finish up why I actually came here to do." Noelle said and turn to Stefan, who's eyes grew wider each minute."You! How come you're alive?" He asked and that sound stupid to Noelle"How come am alive?" She sneer and shook her head, "You're my blood brother! You ought to look out for me nit wishing me death-_no, you almost killed me!" Noelle yelled Riella raised an eyebrow, "Kill you?" She asked curiously. Noelle faced the crow
29 Stefan left the hall embarrassed and angry, " Noelle your will regret this for humiliating me! " he growl and walk away Casey joined them, "Damn Noelle! You rick! I can't imagine the kind of glare on Stefan face," Casey said then smile, "I made the right choice coming here," " We will be coming over now!" Riella replied Mr Sean and went closer to Noelle, "Guess what?" She told the ladies all beaming, her Joy knew no bounds "And what might that be?" Noelle asked curiously wondering why Riella is giggling so hard "Nathan woke up!" Riella broke the happy news to them. Noelle giggled, "Really?" She asked for confirmation and Riella nod. "I knew it! He's a strong wolf, I told you didn't I?" Casey beamed " We should go and see him," Noelle suggested and the ladies nodded in agreement "Wait, let me say few things to the Elders before we leave," Noelle said and left for the elders. "Someone seems to be so happy to see her mate?" Casey asked teasingly "Of course! Go get you
30 The following day **Nathan House** "Welcome back home!!!!" Banners were displayed by the staffs of the house as Noelle and Nathan walked in. Balloons were everywhere, decoration included too, with colourful banners up with the inscription, "Welcome" Noelle smiled brightly, "Wow, All of these for us? Guysss, you're wonderful!" Noelle smiled at the staffs and made a puppy face like she wants to cry. "Thanks for worrying about us guys," Nathan muttered, Riella was beside him holding his and firmly. Casey was also present, overwhelmed by the surprise welcome. "But I'm sure there is a brain behind this, whose idea was it?" Noelle asked and her cheeks turning red All of them kept quiet, that baffles the four of them. "Come on, we will reward the brain behind this," Nathan said yet, none of them talked. "It was Mine," They heard a very familiar voice from the stair case. They turn to look at the person that just speak, they all widened their eyes out of shock Stefan walked d
31Nathan looked at Riella with a raised eyebrow, "You'd be leaving soon?" He asked a bit surprised while Riella glare at Stefan who had a mischievous smile on"No, I didn't even say...""Wow! Look what we are having for lunch!" Stefan cut In before Riella could finish her statement.He pull Nathan to a seat, "Let's have this lunch in happiness, isn't that right Riella dear?" Stefan said and looked at Riella with a wink."You-" Riella balled her fist in anger, she doesn't feel good about his sudden attitude."You guys didn't call me! That's unfair, Is that the way to treat your lil sis?" Noelle scolded as she descended on the stairs.Stefan smiled, "I was about to call you, you came right in time," He muttered sweetly and pulled out a chair for her, she sat down with a smile."My brother's mate" He called referring to Riella, "Would you please call your friend? She can't be left out in this delicious delicacy we will be having for lunch," He told her while Riella scoffed.Noelle who w
32Riella slam the door shut as she walked in, Casey was already in."I bet you had a rough conversation with your mate, you don't look good," Casey chip in as she noticed the look on her face.Riella grumpily bounce on the bed, " I don't know why all of em are against me, really!" She lashed out.Casey who was on her phone shook her head, she dropped the phone. "Why are you against Stefan also?" She asked and Riella glare at her."Are you with them also? You gonna support them too? Not you too! You're my bestie!" She yelled.Casey chuckled, "Are you jealous?" She teased."Ain't in the mood for jokes," She replied sharply."Okay, I'm not on anyone's side. I just don't get why you're so worked up about this cougar, Stefan," Casey said."Its obvious that snake is putting on an act!" "What if he isn't? Maybe he has changed for the better, who knows huh?"Casey told her and she scoffed."I know my instincts never fail me, I can feel it that he's faking it!" Riella insisted adamantly."All
33Then the front door opened, Riella stagger in and keeps missing her steps,She went closer to the dinning, hiccups repeatedly spreading her arms wide into the air like she wants to hug someone.Then she screamed, "Look who's backkkk!" She grin widely, her eyes were on Nathan."Very good Riella! You've just made everything so perfect for me," Stefan muttered under his breathe with an evil smirk. Noelle and Casey stare at her in confusion."Maybe she drank so much because of what I said," Noelle wondered biting her lower lips, "Those words were truly hurting,"She added with a mutterNathan looked at her, pissed off that his so called mate is acting in such manner"Where are you coming from?" Nathan emitted a deep growl, drunk Riella giggled at the question.Then she gasped and stagger closer to where he stood, "It's my mate! He's so so...(hiccups) handsome!" She said.Her two hands suddenly landed on his face, she gag a little bit. "Why do I feel like kissing this lips?" Her lips we
Chapter 58 The plot Riella stood still, frozen in place, as Stefan's grip on her hand tightened. She could feel his anger radiating from him, and she was afraid. Afraid of what he might do, afraid of what he might say. She tried to pull away from him, but his grip was too strong. As Stefan strode off into the distance, Riella heaved a deep sigh of relief. Her heart felt as though it had stopped beating for a moment there. She couldn't believe how close she had come to danger. Her eyes filled with tears as she realized how vulnerable she truly was. She quickly made her way to her chambers, shutting the door behind her with a loud thud. She leaned against it, trying to catch her breath. Her mind was racing with thoughts of what had just happened, and she couldn't shake the feeling of fear that had settled in her stomach. As she closed her eyes, she tried to calm herself down. She took deep breaths, willing herself to relax. She knew that she couldn't let Stefan's actions control her
Chapter 57The full moon anniversary The pack soldiers stood tall and proud, their uniforms neatly pressed and their weapons gleaming in the early morning light. They listened intently as their head pack soldier, a seasoned warrior with a grizzled beard, held up a book and read from it with a deep, authoritative voice. The words echoed through the courtyard, sending a shiver down the spines of the gathered soldiers. For them, the full moon anniversary was a sacred event, a time when the pack came together to celebrate their heritage and honor their ancestors. As the head pack soldier finished reading, there was a hushed silence. Then, slowly, the soldiers began to stir, nodding to each other and exchanging excited whispers. They knew that the coming celebration would be a time of great joy and camaraderie, a chance to forget the troubles of the world and revel in the strength of their pack. The soldiers turned and filed out of the courtyard, their boots clanging on the stone walkwa
Chapter 56 The zephyr plant The court physician carefully picked up a small bunch of the zephyr plant, its delicate green leaves trembling in his hand. He placed it into the mortar and began grinding it with the pestle, the scent of the plant filling the air with a refreshing aroma. With a few deft movements, he created a fine powder from the plant, which he then mixed with a little water. He approached Riella, who lay on the bed, her eyes closed and her breathing shallow. With a gentle touch, he opened her mouth and poured a small amount of the mixture into it. Riella stirred slightly, and the physician gave her a reassuring smile. "Rest now, my lady," he said softly. "The zephyr plant will help to purify your body and restore your strength." He then turned to Nathan, who was standing anxiously by the bedside. "We will need to keep her here for a few days to ensure she makes a full recovery," he said. "But she is in good hands, and we will do everything we can to make sure she i
Chapter 55 Victory call Stefan's eyes glared at the ground, his grip tightening on his sword. He could hear the sounds of the pack soldiers celebrating their victory over the Raven, and he seethed with anger. It radiated in his face, causing his features to contort in frustration. The pack had succeeded where he had failed. He couldn't help but feel a sense of bitterness and resentment towards them, even as he knew that it was irrational. After all, they were on the same side. But the anger and frustration continued to simmer within him, and he struggled to keep it under control. He knew he had to let go of his feelings of inadequacy. It was a battle he fought within himself, trying to reconcile his emotions As Alpha Nathan lead Noelle to her Chambers, a sense of pride and accomplishment radiated from him. His posture was tall and his steps confident as the pack soldiers cheered for their success against the Raven. Nathan couldn't help but smile at Noelle as they entered her Cham
Chapter 54The fall of the Raven. Noelle was in a state of panic as she searched frantically for her sword. She knew she needed to defend herself and her people from the Raven, but her sword was nowhere to be found. Her hands shook as she rifled through her belongings, throwing items aside in desperation. Nathan rushed into her chambers, sensing her distress. "What's wrong?" he asked urgently. "The Raven is here," Noelle replied, her voice trembling. "I need my sword, but I can't find it." Nathan quickly assessed the situation and pulled out his own sword. "Take mine," he said, thrusting it into her hands. "I'll find another weapon." Noelle nodded gratefully, gripping the sword tightly. She hurried out of her chambers, heading towards the courtyard where the Raven was approaching. Nathan followed closely behind, scanning the area for any other weapons he could use. As they emerged into the courtyard, Noelle could feel her heart racing. The Raven was a formidable foe, with its ma
Chapter 53 A defeat. Noelle heaved, with a deep breath, she straightened her posture and prepared to meet the sage. They made their way to the sage's chamber, their footsteps echoing loudly in the silent halls. As they approached the door, Noelle's heart pounded in her chest. Nathan reached for the door handle, but before he could turn it, the door creaked open on its own. Noelle's breath caught in her throat as she saw the sage standing before her, his eyes locked onto hers. He was an old man, with a long white beard and a solemn expression. "You have finally come," he said in a deep, raspy voice. "I have been waiting for you." The sage said amidst smiles. The sage stood before Noelle, his presence commanding and powerful. Noelle couldn't bring herself to look directly at him, her body shaking with fear and uncertainty. She stumbled backwards, her legs weak and unsteady. Nathan quickly stepped forward, catching her before she fell. "Are you alright?" he asked, his voice full of
Chapter 52 The visit. She walked briskly to her study, determined to find a solution. As she sat at her desk, she rifled through books and scrolls, searching for any mention of portals and how to close them. She read for hours, her eyes growing heavy, until she finally stumbled upon a passage that caught her attention. “...to close a portal, one must find the key that opened it and use it to seal it shut.” Nathan walked straight to his study room, a sense of urgency in his steps. The guards, always alert, followed closely behind. As he entered the room, he quickly made his way to his desk, ignoring the piles of papers and books scattered on its surface. He held a book tightly, its pages worn and its cover tattered. He had been studying it for weeks, searching for answers to the strange occurrences that had been happening in their kingdom. With a deep sigh, Nathan dusted off the chair and sat down, his eyes scanning the pages of the book. He was deep in concentration, oblivious to
Chapter 51The mysteryNathan's hand ran across the rows of ancient-looking books on the shelf, his eyes scanning the titles and spines for any sign of relevance. As he reached the end of the shelf, he spotted a thick leather-bound book with a strange symbol embossed on the cover. His hand trembled slightly as he reached for it, feeling the weight and texture of the cover in his palm.He turned to the sage who had been observing him silently, perched on his seat with his glasses adjusted on his nose. "Is this the one?" Nathan asked, holding up the book for the sage to see.The sage nodded slowly, "Yes, that is the one. But be warned, my lord, the knowledge within is not to be taken lightly."Nathan swallowed hard and opened the book, revealing pages and pages of intricate symbols and ancient texts. His eyes darted back and forth, trying to make sense of the words and phrases that seemed to swim before him.As he read through, the sage watched with a furrowed brow, occasionally offerin
Chapter 50The dark RavenNoelle's mind was racing as she tried to think of a way to keep the spell book hidden from everyone. She had always been fascinated by magic, and when she found the ancient spell book, she couldn't resist trying out one of the spells. But now she realized the grave mistake she had made.As she sat at her desk, she interwined her fingers and closed her eyes, recalling the sage's words, "in it, is evil." She couldn't shake off the feeling of dread that filled her, knowing that she had meddled with something she didn't fully understand. She had to keep the book safe and hidden, even if it meant keeping it away from herself.Noelle took a deep breath and stood up from her desk, determined to put the spell book in a safe place. She grabbed her backpack and carefully placed the book inside, making sure no one could see it. She then slipped the backpack over her shoulder and made her way out of her room.As she walked down the hallway, she made sure to keep her guar