KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 42.ESMERALDA’S POV.I have never been much of a dancer, though I liked the idea of it. However, Anthony was never a fan of it—even when it comes to dancing for official purposes like the waltz and stuff—he always stays out of it. So, back in the days when I used to accompany him to occasions where such dance would take place, I would always be by the side, watching as the others go about it.I admired them, because most times, they seemed to be having fun. I wondered what it would be like for me to dance like that as well, with Anthony, as someone that I love. Now, I am finally living in that dream and fantasy, only, I am not dancing with Anthony for he had long faded out of the picture, and was instead, dancing with The Crown Prince, Alexander Malakai—someone I have feelings for, feelings I know deep down that I should not have.However, those worries and insecurities seemed to perish as we danced together on the floor, every one and everything else in the backgr
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 44.ESMERALDA’S POV.I was not surprised Valeria seemed to know her place around the palace, or that she was already aware of the plan. For a second, I wondered when they met each other, or how he managed to pass the information to her, but then I realized later on how stupid it was of me to have that thought.He can get the message to her if he wants to, any how he wants it and that would not be a problem. But, now as I followed her, I realized how little I know about Valeria truly. Yes, she and I have been friends for a while now, but I do not think I have ever sat down and actually spoke to her, about who she is, what she truly does, and what so ever. I made a mental note to ask her about it when we head back to the academy later on, because I believe I should know those I keep close to me well enough.She expertly guided us down a path where they were a few guards, and the ones we passed by did not seem to even bat an eyelid upon watching us walk down wards whe
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 45.ESMERALDA’S POV.To say I was shocked will be an under statement. I have not heard from my wolf since that night Anthony rejected us, and we lost our pup. She was still there—I could feel her in almost every thing I do how ever, I do not hear a thing from her.When ever I try to talk to her, she does not reply. In that sense, she has been dormant and for a second, I had forgot what it feels like to hear her speak in my mind. Of course, when ever we were around the Crown Prince, I have realized that she seems to be a bit more active, though she does not influence my attitude much.I now understood why, just as much as the new found knowledge shocked me to the core. I found myself stepping away from him, my mind a jumbled mess as I stared at him with lips parted, and eyes dilated. “I…” I breathed out, trying to make sense of what was going on. “…I…”My hand was still in his grip, and I was now overly aware of the tiny little sparks that came from the feel of his
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 46.ESMERALDA’S POV.I was shocked, but not scared. The note, it left an unsettling feeling on me, especially with how my name was written, seemingly more crooked and rugged than the other words written down. The fact that the person already wrote the title ‘princess’ along with my name showed the person has been aware for a while—given the blood had already dried so it must have been written at least over an hour—even the time taken for Malakai and I to dance could not have reached an hour, to us being here entirely.It could only mean one thing…the person has been aware for a while—even longer than I have been aware that Malakai is my mate, and I, his. I do not know much about Malakai, but with what I already know, I know he will not disclose the news to just anyone.The only ones he could trust with that secret must be those within his closest circle—perhaps Valeria, Elias, and someone else? But is there anyone beside him that would betray him? Could it be Elias
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 47.ESMERALDA’S POV.Stepping out of the room I had stayed in before, the first time I woke up after the rejection from Anthony, a sense of nostalgia swelled within me. But, unlike the first time, it did not hold me back or made me feel as though life was not worth living entirely. Instead, I felt empowered, and strong—as though I had walked past that stage and have emerged stronger than ever.As I descended the stairs, now changed into a more comfortable outfit that was waiting for me—though the slacks and top heavily scented of Malakai—I did not hate it, but rather, quite liked it. The sound of the voices from downstairs reached my ears—familiar voices I recognize as one belonging to Malakai—and the other to his most trusted aide, Elias. Upon reaching the end of the stairs, they both noticed my presence and I realized they were seated in the living room—or at least, Malakai was seated while Elias stood, his stance firm and judging from his expression, he did not
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 48.ALEXANDER’S POV.“That night, I and Elias were chasing a lead,” I started, my hands firmly on her hips—my thumb drew invincible circles on it, my mind far as I recalled the night I met her, every thing playing right in my eyes as if it happened just a while ago, and not weeks now. “We happened to cross your pack’s border, but of course, no one was aware and even if they were, we had full immunity to cross whichever pack lands we desire.”I was not trying to show off or anything, merely stating facts. The royal family, my father and I to be specific, have the immunity to cross any pack land without any notice as we deem fit. It helps with surveying the packs for any purpose, especially to ensure things are going accordingly because if they do know that we are coming, then whatever it is they were doing, they would conceal it.So, for transparency sakes, we tend to check pack lands every once in a while without them knowing—with my father’s condition and position
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 49.ALEXANDER’S POV.After a short while, Esmeralda managed to get a hold of herself. It was not like she was completely over it, but she was good enough to keep going with the conversation at hand, which was what was important—that she was slowly getting over the lost. I have never lost a child before, but I know it would not be an easy matter to handle, so, I can only help her heal at her own pace.Esmeralda pulled herself back from my embrace, though our fingers remained intertwined still. Then, she lifted her head to meet mine, her brows drew in and a crease forming between her brows—a testament of whatever string of questions she has and what has been bothering that pretty mind of hers thus far.“And the note?” She asked, reminding me of the other part of the story I am yet to venture down the path of. “What is up the note? What is going on?”I sighed, blinking as my visage took a turn, upon remembering the grave, and dangerous part that she has been unaware o
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 50.ESMERALDA’S POV.To say I was upset would be an understatement, probably the biggest under statement of the year. I have always known that there is some shady stuff going on within the walls of the palace—such stuff happen in packs as well, one can only imagine the hideous things that happen in the castle and the royal pack in general. I do not expect them all to be saints, that would be too much to ask and way too hopeful.Malakai though…I had hopes in him. I was hoping he would turn out to be different—I was hoping he would at least be the one to enforce change in the kingdom, even if not entirely. We needed to start at one point—but even that seems to be a lot to ask for because it appears, even he has sacrificed innocent lives of others for the same of some greater good he is seeking for.I get why he did it, I understand. What I am unable to understand though is why he believes risking those ladies lives was worth it, was the sacrifice for the so called gr