KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 56.ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.Separating from Kai was a struggle, as it proved to be initially but I managed to do it—just as I had managed to get him to conceal my scent because I know he was thinking of going back on his words. I admit, as much as I would love for everyone to know I am with him, I still will not allow those thoughts to ruin the plans I have for myself. This is something I have always wanted, and I will not let it go just like that.So, after he had concealed the scent, he reluctantly let me go back with Elias to the Academy. I admit, the feeling of missing him settled within me the very moment I was away from him, but I pushed it aside, knowing he would definitely find a way for us to meet at the academy. I just have to make sure he does not become a distraction to me.And as for Elias, well I cannot remember a moment in the past where he was not particularly welcoming, though he always seems to hold up his usual cold expression that makes h
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 57.ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.“Is it because of how fast his father crowned the new Queen? Or did the two have some sort of beef?” I found myself asking—looking for a way to understand this entire thing. Every one knows the story of how the King quickly crowned a new Luna after the late one passed on. There has too many controversies regarding that from the other packs—because of the traditions that were disrupted. Normally, there is supposed to be a three years mourning period before a new Queen is crowned—despite the fact that a Luna Queen is a crucial figure to the Kingdom.There is not supposed to be an empty position—at least, not a position as important as the Luna Queen, especially not when the late Queen was known to be the King’s true, fated mate while this current Queen, is his chosen mate—not a second chance. Spot the difference there.So, it was very much expected that he would go through the mourning period before he thinks of crowing a new Queen.
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 58.ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.One thing I have realized about the palace and the academy as a whole, is that there are too many tunnels unknown to the others and only known to a selective few. I will not be surprised if it is only known to Kai and his people—he seems to be more capable than I had anticipated before really.Elias and I once again, just like the night before, went through a different underground tunnel through the forest, and walked through it for a while until we eventually reached a door then. And when we stepped in through the door, not so surprisingly, we ended up in the academy—to be specific, the library. Elias stepped in first, surveying the place to ensure that no one is there before he gave me the go ahead to come out.No words were exchanged between us, aside from the head bow in my direction—a silent sign of acknowledgement. I offered him a smile in response, before I turned around and walked out, as if I had been there to study somet
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 59.ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.Her hold around my wrist tightened to the point which I know it would leave a bruise but I did not react. Her voice dropped octaves lower, to a very warning tone as her eyes narrowed even more if possible. “You dared to try and seduce the Crown Prince?”You know that annoyance from earlier? It quickly morphed to something else, and I nearly laughed at her words. Did she just say seduce? Oh honey, I have done much more than that—but she does not need to know that little fact.But there was something else about her tone. Was that possessiveness I heard? Do not tell me Portia likes Kai as well? Because the way she is acting, you would think she is his mate or something.My thoughts regarding that were halted midway when she suddenly smirked, those lips slanted slowly into a smirk that was anything but settling—and the sadistic look in her eyes told me I would not like whatever it is that would escape her lips at that moment. And I wa
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 60.ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.Being rejected by an Alpha is the biggest source of shame to one—or should I frank, to a lady. Why? Because we get condemned for something we do not have much of a choice to—something that may, and is almost always the fault of the men for it stems from their infidelity. But who cares about why you get rejected or whether the Alpha chose to be with another lady instead of you? All that matters is that once you get rejected, you are automatically labelled as a black sheep or something—and are not seen with any shred of dignity whatsoever. There is a reason why those that get rejected keep it a secret, in fear of the way they will be shunned for it, and even blamed.There has been various cases, and reports of the said ladies in the past, from other packs that chose to kill themselves in fear of what will follow them as a result of that—for the way they are shamed and downgraded as that—viewed less than an omega. So, in essence, bei
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 61.ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.The moment the two sported me, which was almost as soon as I did, a smile that mirrored mine took over their expression—and Ruby as always being the chirpier one amongst us three was quick to raise her hand and wave me over, her grin contagious. My own smile widened as I hastened my steps to reach where they are, and once I was within arms length, Zayde took off his hand on my shoulder, taking a step back as Ruby was quick to pull me into her arms.“Hey you…” She called out, her voice softening before she pulled back, though her arms remained on me as she gave me a onceover, her brows drawn in and lips slanted into a slight frown. “…are you okay? You doing well now? How are you feeling?” She threw the strings of question, one after the other before I could even think of answering one or even getting the chance to do that.My smile widened, my heart swelling with relief in knowing I at least have people that look out for me, and th
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 62.ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.Apparently, the Crown Prince has always had the tradition for going hunting the day after the blood moon night, though it has always been a private activity of his with a few selected guards. This year however, he asked for the academy students to join as well—and in the process, we would be tested on the hunting grounds. They said this is unforeseen, considering how the Crown prince apparently likes his alone moments especially during hunting but well, here we are.I had my questions regarding it, but there was no time for me to ask Valeria really. Not when we were given a short time to get ready, to pack the essentials we would need to stay overnight even though they stressed the fact that everything we would need will be there, and get our bows and arrows, for it was apparently the only that is allowed for us during the hunt, and as soon as every had gotten his or hers, we were led to the hunting grounds by the seven Alphas in
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 63.CROWN PRINCE ALEXANDER MALAKAI (KAI) LUIS’S POV.I started to miss her the very moment she left—I was practically yearning for her presence. I thought I would be able to handle it, but with every moment, every moment and every minute that passes by, I find myself yearning for her—yearning her for presence, yearning for her touch, and yearning for her in general.I was so caught up in everything going on between us that I forgot to inform her of the hunt I am supposed to leave for over night. I eventually came up with a reckless I admit, plan but one that would keep me from missing her the entire time I will be away. I made the decision on a whiff, but I was very much aware of it when I asked Elias to inform the Alphas that the test for the day will be carried out in the hunting grounds—and that the entire students would accompany me.If Elias had any questions about the sudden decision, and I am sure he does, he did not show it. If anything, the look he gave me
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 106. ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV. We have lost a number of people because of the battle, one of which happened to be Anthony. We did not realize it until we were going through the deceased, and that was when we saw him. I admit, my heart did squeeze when I saw him, and I felt bad but as the Alpha he was, he had a deserving and well respected funeral back at his pack for him. Elder Aloha Theron was also lost in the fight,and the entire Kingdom mourned not just for his death, but for the death of every single person and warrior that had sacrificed thier life for the greater good. There were mourning days for the fallen wolves, one that the entire Kingdom did in respect for them. And afterwards, the crowning ceremony took place in which my mate, Alexander Malakai was crowned King at long last, and beside him, I was pledged Queen and Luna. He kept to his words, and after the crowning and all, took me to go and see my parents. But even having the position of the
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 105 ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.They say, hell hath no fury like a woman scorned and I have never believe that as much as I did today. All I saw was red as I fought against those guards that wanted to take my life, I have no idea what got into me but I had this need to just end it all, to save my child at all costs.Ruby and Valeria managed to escape as well, and they joined in on the fight just as I was about to be overpowered by the wolves there. They helped me fight Elias to death and even brought a little present to me—the Queen that was in the house and they managed to capture. I took her as bait, and then led us to the battle grounds because after all. She is the root cause of all this. And what is more pathetic is that she is weak. She could not and did not attempt to fight me and if she did, I would gladly pull her dead body there. The ground was cold beneath my feet, but I barely felt it. My heart was hammering in my chest, every pulse a reminder of
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 104 CROWN PRINCE ALEXANDER MALAKAI LUIS’S POV.I have been anticipating the battle for the longest time, and I thought I had fully prepared myself for the bloodshed and was more than willing to sacrifice whatever is necessary but I underestimated how I would feel to have some of my people gone as a result of it.The reeking stench of blood filled my lungs. It clung to the cold, biting and arctic air, mixing with the sharp tang of iron and the wet, sickly smell of death. A scent I have gotten accosted to unfortunately.I stood in the middle of it all—bodies of fallen wolves littering the snow-covered ground, once proud warriors now reduced to motionless husks. Blood seeped into the white beneath them, staining the battlefield like a macabre canvas. Their eyes, wide open, stared into nothingness. My fallen soldiers, their lives gone like the wisp of wind for the sake of the throne and the Kingdom. As much as my heart ached at the sight, I knew I could not let it ge
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 103 ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV. As I tried to wake up, my whole body ached, and my head was pounding almost as if something was being used to hammer it. I tried to move my body, but my limbs were sore and aching while it felt weak as well. I released a breath, then tried to part my eyes open. At first, my gaze was blurry but after a couple of blinking, I managed to clear away the blurriness. That was when I got the chance to fully look around my surrounding and take it in, my mind registering the seeming cell I am held this time around.The cell was suffocating to say the least . Cold, damp stone surrounded me on all sides, the air thick with the stench of mild dew and something more metallic—blood, probably old. It reminded me of the old cell I was held in just a few days ago, and I felt nauseated to be honest. Way too much if I am being direct but I tried to hold it back.There were no windows, just a small, rusted grate near the ceiling that allowed in t
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 102. ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV. The time it took to reach the safe house this time was much quicker than the last when I came with Kai and left with Elias. True to Kai’s words, as we approached the place, even I could not tell that the cottage was there because he had made it invincible. The moment we got through the barrier though, the cottage was in sight and Elias explained how only we can get in, an outsider would not be able to get past the barrier. Once in the confines of the homey cottage, despite the recluse it offered from everything going out there, the tension in the room was evident stemming from each and every one of us being worried for what the outcome might be. I feel bad rmtowards them all honestly. I know if it was up to them, they would be out there fighting as well but they had to stay back and stay with me. I would have preferred to be out there as well not stow away out here, hiding like a coward. If not for the child I am carrying, a
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 101. ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV.At this rate, the amount of times things just change within a couple of hours is scary. I have been anticipating the moment of change, and so has Kai but I was still caught aback, and my heart hammered behind my rib cage when Elias’s mindlink came to Kai, that the other side have started moving, and have officially declared war on our side.That was how Kai and I found ourselves getting ready—while he prepared to go out for the war, I was preparing to head to the safe house with Ruby and Valeria. Once fully dressed and all charged, Kai and I made our way out to where the others were waiting, hand in hand. We found out them outside by the tunnel that leads to the safe house, the same Kai and went through the last time we found ourselves there.By the entrance of the tunnel, Elias, Valeria, Ruby, Aloha Kael and Zayde were waiting—the ones I noticed Kai seems to have the most trust in. The moment we reached where they were, thier
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 100. ESMERALDA STONE (RANIA)’S POV. “News has it that the other side plans on striking tonight.” Kai said to me, the minute we stepped foot back in our room, after the meeting had ended earlier with plans on attack and defenses, as well as the situation of posts. It was not announced directly, but we all knew that the battle is only a few hours away. Even as we walked back to our room, the tension thick in the air of the castle was palpable. It could be spotted even from a mile away, and it was impossible to miss. There was this cold, looming dark clouds that hung above the place, a testament and holding a promise of the blood that will be shed in a couple of hours. Both sides have drawn up their swords, and it was no longer a matter of familial bonds or that of brothers. It was a battle for a position, a win or lose situation where there is no in between. A slight sigh escaped my lips as I made my way towards the bed, then settled down on it. Kai came to sett
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 99 CROWN PRINCE ALEXANDER MALAKAI LUIS’S POV.Truthfully, I have since been looking for a way to avenge Esmeralda for all that she has been through, from those that made her end up in the exact position that led her to my arms. Even without it given how fate is we would have ended up together one way or another, it did not have to be as bloody and costly as it was.So, did you think I would miss the chance to make the people pay? Anthony I let off the hook for that short moment, because he is one of my people and I cannot dispense him without making such of him especially at such a critical moment. His little chosen mate though that he has sent home, upon realizing who she was, I caught while she is on the run—another reason for me to query him later on piling up. That cold air of the dungeon pricked and nibbled at my skin as I went down into the deepest parts of the palace, my boots echoing against the old and wet stones of the pathway. This was where I kept tho
KING’S LUNA CHAPTER 98CROWN PRINCE ALEXANDER MALAKAI LUIS’S POV.You see, I have always been a firm believer of keep your friends close, and your enemies even closer. Sometimes, your greatest enemy could be right beside you all along. Just as your greatest ally could be right beside you as well without you knowing, or with you knowing. Whichever way it works really.In my case, that ally and foe has been my brothers, the ones that could compete with me should the throne become vacant as it is right now as of this moment. You see, my dearest step mother, Queen Zara has always fancied her eldest child over her second—she had higher hopes and higher plans for her first son and the perfect one, while the second son got ignored and never commended for whatever it is he had ever done.It did not matter if he ever does something good, he would not be commended for it but rather, ignored. So he became the bad one, befitting if the lack of comments and rightfully taking the brunt of her anger