Joash"You look radiant this morning," Pete said as she dressed me up."Really?" I asked."Yes! Don't tell me that you have gotten over Jenny…""Not so soon. But I can't continue to wallow in despair. I have to lead my people," I responded."Perhaps… you are happy because Vera is improving," she said and I caught her hands.Yeah, partially. Pete, you need to trust me. Vera means nothing to me. But unlike any other maid, I need her. I am going to use her and take advantage of her. I need her by my side ... I feel safe any time she is around me. I know why you detest her. She is a traitor, she is vile and evil, Yes! I detest her too. But I can't overlook how secure it feels any time she is around me. You know how we have lived, Pete, just this …""My Alpha! You just struck my heart. How can you say such things? Those who reference you, those who put their trust in you… they must not hear you say this! How can you say such a spineless girl makes you feel safe? You are a god, My Alpha, Ver
JoashMy breakfast had always been a warm cup of tea, but this morning I didn't spend much time in the office. A lot was going on and I needed to clear my head. A neighbouring pack was on fire, I couldn't sit idly in my office. Immediately after I spoke with Derrick, I went out on patrol.I addressed the Pack's army and ensured that the garrisons were fortified.When I was don with the army, I left the barracks and checked on a few more departments, correcting and encouraging them. I was still recovering and I had overestimated my strength. The patrol ended abruptly as I felt exhausted and famished too. So I requested breakfast.The food wasn't prepared in the Alpha's kitchen, I just ordered it randomly. I settled in one of the dining rooms and my food was served. I had almost taken the first spoon when I remembered Vera. The last time she served my tea, I made her taste it. Wanting to relish the memory I commanded, "Stop!" The last maid who was walking out froze and she was bundled
JoashThe clock continued ticking and I remained on the bed planning my escape. Killan soon left again. That bastard, he had been leaving his post since morning and I wondered what he was up to. Anyway, the better it was for me.After he had left, most of the guards who were in my room walked out to continue their discussion, leaving only one guard behind. I maintained my cool until the guard stopped pacing the room and was absent-minded. Without making any sound, I bulgedong him with a flower vase that was within my reach.As the vase shattered, I froze thinking that others would hear it but they were too consumed by their discussion and none of them acted. As the soldier's unconscious body began to fall, I steered my partially stiff body towards him, stopping his free fall.With a silent grunt, I put him on the floor and dragged him to a corner where I hid his body. It wasn't an easy feat as I still felt feeble and I hadn't used my muscles for a while. Every movement was painful b
JoashThe moment that Derrick returned, I turned at him looking earnestly."My lord, l am afraid… Vera has joined the Shifter's pack, in defence against the enemy."What!?""Yes. The intruders are not the rogue wolves, but Alpha Woods of the Riverside Pack. Their soldiers had already infiltrated the pack in the guise of helping Blake, so the attack was easy."Gather my elite men! We are going into battle!""Your Highness…""Now! I have to save my girl!" I thundered and marched out of the office."My girl?" That was a new development!VeraI gasped as I surveyed the battlefield. The gossipers in the Moonlight pack were wrong. Blake wasn't attacked by rogue wolves but by Laura and her father.I saw their soldiers thrusting swords into the heart of everything that came their way. There were no rogue wolves around, but men from the Riverside Pack.If I didn't have my last encounter with Laura, I would have doubted what was happening. That bitch! This must have been her plan from the onset
JoashMy horse prowled briskly as I rode out of the ruins. Blake was standing by the way with his head bowed. He was quaking and knotting as I rode towards him."I warned you!" I thundered." Didn't I? This is just the beginning. They won't cease until they get what they want!""I will take to your advice, I will abdicate…""No way! It's too late already! You should have done it earlier! Count me out! What they did will channel the rogue wolves... Prepare for another attack. It will be incessant until they invade your pack completely. You are now a feast between the Rogues and the Riverside Pack…"I stopped my horse right before him in front of his chambers where he was waiting. The few guards who were with me all halted at my command as he walked towards me."Your Highness…" he muffled his voice and lifted up his head. He looked weary and regret filled his eyes.I don't take pity on arrogant bastards like him. Ignoring his sombre look, I turned around, looking at the pathetic backdro
VeraI dragged my knees up to my chest and wound my arms around my legs as I watched Alpha leave. Seeing him leave was a great relief.How did it all get to this? Right in this chamber, I was an innocent girl, who found her mate and they were madly in love. Until my father's betrayal! His madness brought me here! I continued to sob and the door flung open as soon as it was shut. My heart rumbled in my chest. Why is he back? I thought he left. Fear stricken, I closed my eyes, waiting for another endless saga, until a different scent wafted into my nose.Blake's familiar scent hit my nose and my heart fluttered in disappointment. Wait! Was I really expecting that monster to come back for me? No way. But I wasn't expecting Blake either.I lifted my head to confirm that it was him. Well, I was right I have never missed his scent. He hovered over me, and pulled me up by my shoulders, avoiding my cuts. He made me stand and steadied my gait. I felt light and swayed side to side but I endu
JoashI paced the hallway and raked my fingers through my hair as I rehearsed my encounter with Vera. Nothing went my way any time she was in the picture. It wasn't supposed to end that way, I beat myself up.I wanted to comfort her. I wanted to tell her all is well. I wanted to hold her and tell her my mind. I wanted to tell the truth about her father's felony and most importantly I wanted to tell her how I felt about her. But my anger got the best of me.When I saw how tattered she looked, it made it more real to me, I would have lost her in the just concluded war… She just recovered for goodness sake! My fear and anger got the best of me and I … gosh! I clenched my fist and rammed it into the wall."Your Highness!" Derrick yelled but I ignored him.Hearing that she had succumbed to fate, lost the trust in her father and was willing to sacrifice herself broke my heart. I just went through hell to save her ass but she wanted to throw it all away. The most disheartening news was when
VeraWhen the maids were done with me, they led me out. I flinched as I found Blake and Alpha Joash waiting outside. I couldn't look at either of them. Seeing Blake made me blush, reminding me of what we just had while Alpha Joash was as cold as steel. I just bowed to greet both of them and followed Derrick who beckoned me.I managed to look at Blake for the last time and I walked away. We were almost walking out of the hallway when he suddenly called."Vera!" His voice rocked my heart and I stopped. He walked closer to me and pulled me into his embrace. "I don't give a damn about what you think. I won't give up on you," he whispered and began to kiss me."My Alpha!" I yelled and pushed him away. He looked stiff and cold and when I followed his gaze, it landed on Alpha Joash, he was staring coldly at him. Alpha Joash did nothingI just bowed before him and walked away. What is he even thinking… There is nothing between Alpha Joash and me… Even if there is, he can't go against Alpha Jo