GOING FERAL

"There would be no need for that"

Came a deep baritone voice.

The physician bowed respectfully as alpha Ethan's figure came to view, with Asher trailing closely behind him. He had a look of determination and also......doubt. prince Ryder couldn't quite tell. 

All he was sure of the fact that he was staring at him as he took purposeful strides.

He moved gracefully towards the laid down Prince, staring keenly at him for a few seconds before signalling the others to exit the infirmary. 

They all bowed respectfully as they marched through the grand doors, with Asher leading the way.

 "How are you fairing young prince?" came the deep baritone voice of alpha Ethan, trying hard to sound believably soft.

"I'm doing well alpha. Just a little tired" he answered honestly.

"Well then I'll get this over and done with so you can get some rest. But mind you, this might sting a little". And with that he placed his right hand on the bruises on prince Ryder's back.

 Prince Ryder was still trying his best to figure out what the term 'sting a little' meant as alpha Ethan  took in a deep breath, as if preparing for an impossible mission.

He began to mutter inaudible words as his palms begin to glow. Prince Ryder screamed out in horrific pains as the felt his flesh being weaven into place.

Nothing would have prepared him for such a 'little sting' as alpha Ethan called it. 

Tears prickles down from his face, as he fell weakly to the bed. He felt so trapped and wrecked at the same time.

And just when it seemed like he could take it no more, the pains stopped abruptly.

'Finally it was all over' he thought as he took a deep cooling breath.

 Turning around, he was totally shocked by the sight of alpha Ethan on the polished marble floors. Blood prickling down his nose and ears.

"My alpha". He screamed as he scurried to his feet, rushing to kneel beside the fallen king. 

He stared keenly at the figure on the floor and couldn't help but gasp. He looked so vulnerable and uncoordinated. 

"Asher, Jace!. Somone please help". He screamed loudly before he could help himself. Surprised by the desperation in his own voice.

It was only a matter of seconds before Asher rushed in with the physician. They all gasp mirroring prince Ryder's previous reaction before rushing in to lift alpha Ethan from the floor.

"What the f*ck happened here". It was Asher who spoke first.

"I have no idea, one moment he was placing his hands on my back, and the next he's on the floor. It's so scary". Prince Ryder defended breathlessly. Jace who has been staring at prince Ryder with venomous eyes soon snaps harshly.

"Yh, right. Scary enough how you show up just now, and the next minute our alpha is down. You have some serious explaining to do young prince, guards......"

"Enough Jace. Could you possibly help me save his life before you start with your banter". Came Asher's voice, shutting off Jace completely.

And together they both raised alpha Ethan, as they took him out of the infirmary. Prince Ryder followed closely behind, but not for long as he was chased back by Asher. Instructing him to return back, and request for a room from the maid servants.

Stepping into the well furnished room, prince Ryder moved slowly through it, as he stared at it keenly. It was he biggest room he had ever seen. Or had. 

Well furnished, with a reading table and chair, a king size bed and artistic paintings and decors hanging on the wall.

He strolled into the bathing room and was pleased with what he saw. A big bath, bigger than his back at silver moon. A bath was already prepared. Hot and steamy, just the way he likes it.

He grabbed some bottles he saw nearby and inhaled deeply. They smelt so heavenly that prince Ryder gave out a deep toothed smile. The oils and fragrances were all he needed right now.

When he was done bathing he stood in his room, naked, before the mirror as he examined himself. He looked the same, only a little sleep deprived which were greatly complimented by the sleep bags under his eyes.

Accessing his body one last time, he is certain that there was not a single scar left on him. The wounds were totally healed and left no scars to show for. So alpha Ethan really was a mighty sorcerer. Rumours could have some truth in them every now and then.

Putting on his bindings and garments, he turns to head out but is stopped by a knock on the door. 

"Who is it?" He asked

"Asher. May I come in?"

His face lit up. Surely he must have some good news about the alpha. 

"Yes please" he answered as he walked further to the door.

"How's the alpha doing". He asked even before Asher can step in properly.

"He is all good now. Thankfully, the physicians were able to stablise him. He is out of danger now".

Prince Ryder let out a breath he hadn't realised he was holding.

"Oh thank the moon. But can I see him now?" He asked desperately.

"No. Maybe tomorrow, he needs to rest and so do you". Asher muttered as he turned around, heading for the door.

"Be sure to get some sleep young prince, cause you sure as hell will need it for tomorrow". And with that, he walked away.

Why was he being so bossy all of a sudden. He had initially given prince Ryder the impression of an easy going male. But right now there was nothing easy going about him.

Tossing and turning on his comfy bed, Prince Ryder had tried earnestly to go to sleep, but sleep was just not coming forth. He felt restless and agitated, and needed to get some fresh air before he chokes in his chambers.

He opened his doors slightly and took a quick peek. Confirming that the coast was clear, he walked silently into the grand halls, making sure to lock his door softly behind him.

He took a long stroll through the impressive corridors, down the stairs, and up again. The pack house seemed to be deserted with not a single guard in sight.

This gave prince Ryder a funny idea. And before he could think through with it, he reached out and pulled on his hair bindings. Letting his dark hair fall into dark curly waves on his back and shoulders.

He giggles as he run up the impressive corridors and down again. Up and down again it went on for what seemed like ages before stopping before a massive door in order to catch her breath. He felt so free and alive. He could not remember the last time he was this lively. Oh yh, never.

As he breathed hard, he noticed his breathing was getting deeper and deeper. Or maybe it wasn't his.

Listening closely, he notices that the harsh breathing was coming from within the chambers in front of him. 

He turned around to walk away, ignoring the unwelcome sounds he heard. But then he heard deep throated groans and that piqued his interest.

 What in the full moon was happening in there. Was someone having a breathing attack or something.

With that in mind, he gently knocks on the door once but no response. The does so for the second and third time, but still no response.

Having no other option, he pushes the door open and walks in. Closing the door behind him.

He was greeted by a deemly lit room. It was largely spaced and was decorated by enormous art works. What was it with the rooms in Lycan pack houses and art.

Walking fully in, he stares at the art works one at a time. They looked breathtakingly fascinating, and Prince Ryder gave in to it's pull. Trailing his fingers through them one at a time.

He turned around abruptly as he felt predatory eyes on him. He was being watched.

"Hello?" He muttered as he looked around uncomfortably. Something just didn't feel right in here.

Suddenly a dark figure emerges from the shadows and pounces on him. Grabbing his neck tight in an effort to strangle him.

Prince Ryder stared into those familiar cold grey eyes which were now a very stormy grey, as they stared at him without recognition.

"My alpha". He called out in a choked up manner, not recognising his own voice.

Alpha Ethan raised up an arm already shifted to a paw, ready to strike and prince Ryder's eyes widen as he let out an ear pressing scream.

Recognition soon returns back to alpha Ethan as he retracts his enlo gated nails which were ready to shred anyone or thing that stands on his way.

Bringing his palm down, he reaches out for his hair, pulling it aside to grant him access to his neck and brings his nose close to prince Ryder's neck as he inhaled deeply. 

A low satisfied rumble escapes his throat as he growls out an in audible

"Mine". 

Before leaning in to capture prince Ryder's lips into a fierce and hungry kiss.