(Doris' POV)
“You would do no such thing!” Jeoffrery warned, but I called his bluff and ignored him.
My head shifted to Eason who was still waiting for my confirmation, I nodded to him to proceed with my orders.
Jeoffrery's eyes turned red, but his hands were tied and all he could do was watch me. He sank himself on one of the chairs, looking at Eason who exited the tent.
A few minutes later, Eason returned to the tent.
“They are gathered outside the tent.” He mumbled to me.
I took a quick glance at Jeoffrery and his high-level men, who had suddenly lost their mouths to a cat.
“Let's go,” I said to Eason and we exited the tent.
Murmurs from the warriors filled the air even when I stood in from of them to address them. I guess I was nothing like who they expected.
But I love the disappointment and surprise on their faces when they find out a woman is the Leader of the Reapers.
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(Doris’ POV)“Why? You want to show them how weak their leader is? Well, I would really love to save you that shame.” I smirked and turned to the confused warriors, whose eyes were glued on me.“Whoever wishes to back out would have to go through me first.” I added and Eason stepped further to take my place.He had done more than enough, they might all think I'm boastful because Eason got my back. Now is the time for me to prove myself worthy of being the Leader of the Reapers, and also to dismiss any doubts they have.“You've done enough. Allow me to do this.” I said to him, his eyes pleaded with me to reconsider, but my mind was made up.I stepped down to the fighting ground, all eyes shifted to Jeoffrery as if waiting for his permission to start.“Nobody wants to back out? I'll take that as a good news, then. Let's all head to the water front.” My lips twitched, and I was about to step
(Doris' POV)Many of the high-level warriors hesitated, some looked at me as though I was crazy, while some looked at me as though I had no sense of reasoning at all.But what the case might be, we have to win the war and uphold our dignity as a Pack.“Anyone at all?” I waved my hand in the air, hoping to see those who were ready to fight.But they were none.“Perfect! Then the downfall of the Werewolf Pack lies in your hands.” I uttered briskly with my brows twitched.I stepped down from the platform and headed toward when Eason was now standing so we could go protect the border defense line. Yet, a voice reached my ears, causing me to turn to its direction.“How sure are you in winning this war? We don't even know your strength.” His voice quivered, fear of death etched his face.My head shook gently in pity before giving him a response.“Yet, you call yourself a warrior. A warrior shouldn't be scared of war or death.”“Of course we know that, but we all have families. Families who
(Doris’ POV)“What should we do?” Eason's voice was dimmed by his quivered lips.“We wait for the right time,” I whispered to him.“The right time?” A deed scoff traveled through his throat. “Until we are all dead?” He questioned, and I turned to him with a cold glare.His face fell to the ground, he still couldn't confront me, yet he dares talk back at me?Fear!A smile played on my lips and Reya noticed it.“What is so funny, leader? Having your warriors killed must have been so pleasing for you to see.” She whined in a hoarse voice.“You should take care of that. A lady is meant to talk like a lady,” I smirked my lips to a corner and rage marred her face.She slapped me hard across the face, which only made me laugh at her soft and easy it was to tease her.She clenched her fist tightly against her sword and looked at the warriors, pointing the sword at them.“Anyone of you wish for death?” She asked, and they all shook their heads, exchanging glances with each other.“Then bark an
(Doris' POV)"You're really a joke, aren't you?" Reya cussed and spat in disgust, holding her sword tightly."I really can't answer that but I can give you the answer to that...... After I claim your soul." My lips twitched and a straight look disdained my face."You were only lucky to save that warrior because I wasn't paying attention. Just luck, so stop the boasting." Her voice deepened with rage."Luck? At least, I'm not so unlucky like you nor your brother, Andrew." I whined and her face went red.Her fist tightened on the hilt of her sword for so long I thought she would actually snap the thing into two."How dare you?" She shrieked, an icy undertone to her voice.." how dare you?""How dare I tell you the truth?" I scoffed, enjoying every bit of riling her up. "But if I don't, who else is going to tell you? No one of course.""Don't push your luck, Doris. " She let out. Although her voice was cool and collected, I didn't fail to miss the anger that burned in her eyes. If she had
(Doris pov)I stared straight ahead at the woman in front of me, as I anticipated her next move. I had a hint as to what she was thinking but you couldn't always be too sure. With someone like Reya involved, it was better to always be prepared than to be on the losing side.My lungs burned with each breath I took. It was become harder and harder to breathe as the seconds ticked by. The look on Reya's face was disturbing. He had a huge smirk that spelt out nothing but mischief and disdain. If anything, I could bet on my life he was sure I would collapse anytime soon, and if that happened, his joy would definitely know no bounds.I looked around and I understood immediately. He wasn't just thinking that for me, but for everyone else on the battlefield. Murmurs reached my ears near death and I managed to turn towards the direction. It was the Reapers and from my position over here and with the distance between us, I could hear the and feel the desperation and anger in their voices and ey
(Xavier's POV)Seated in front of aunt Jane's house, my mind drifted to Doris. It's been days after she left, and I couldn't help it but miss her like hell, I would give anything to hold her in my arm sooner.I know the battle would be fierce, but I hope she would be rest assured that her family would be safe with me.Felix, Doris brother, walked to the front of the house and sat beside me on the swing chair.“What are you doing out here? You should be inside, resting.” I said to him, and let glared coldly at me for a few seconds.Why would he do that when all I've done since Doris left was to make them comfortable? Perhaps I had done something I had no idea about.“Did I do something wrong? What's up with the glare?” I asked in a shushed tone, my heart pounding faster.“I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do that.” He briskly apologized, bowing his head.“It's fine, it's nothing to be apologetic about.”My lips curled with a smile and my heart was proud of what I've done.On several occasion
(Doris' POV)My eyes met with the strongest vampire King and my lips twitched. Though he tried to mask his fears, it was still written over his face.He must be wondering how we got through Reya and the other Purebred vampires, but nobody dare mess with the Goddess of War, I'll always be available to give them their responses.“How dare you look me in the eyes?” He growled as if to threaten me, but I stood firm.“I can look you in the eyes because I can....... We all can.” My arms spread out, referring to my warriors and the Reapers.His face went red with anger.“How dare you?” He cussed and turned to one of his men. “Where the heck is Reya?” He asked, whispering.“There would be no need for that,” I butted in abruptly, and he looked at me with his left brow raised at my remark. “She would be food for the earth in no time.” I concluded and smirked.He unde
(Doris' POV)My lips twitched with rage.How dare he lie to me, paint people evil to me, so I could get to trust him while he was the evil himself?I halted in front of him and crouched, lifting his head to meet my eyes.“Forgive, you say?” A scoff traveled through my lips and I rose to my feet.“Why did you do it? Why did you make me trust so much in you and turned out to be the evil I was up against?” I asked in a hushed tone, almost couldn't believe he could do such a thing to me.I had always seen him as a noble and honest man who wanted justice for those the King had wrong. Only God knows how many crimes he had committed that I knew nothing about.“I'm sorry, please forgive me.” He said out loud, bowing his head again.I beat my feet on the ground, filled with rage for the nonchalant apologies he was tendering. None of his apologies would bring back those who had died.None of his
(Doris' POV)The next morning, I groggily opened my eyes. The day was fast spent, yet I was just waking up.I stretched my hand to the other side of the bed with my eyes still sleepy and half opened, but couldn't feel Xavier. I quickly opened my eyes and realized he wasn't on the bed with me and sat up.Suddenly, the door opened, gasping my attention. And there he was, holding a tray of meal, approaching the bed.“Good morning, sunshine.” He said in a sing-song tone, placed the tray on the bed and kissed me on the forehead.“Good morning to you too. What a pleasant surprise,” I smiled and sniffed in the aroma of the meal.I shut my eyes slightly for a minute and was mesmerized by it.“This better be nice.” I said and proceeded to take a bite.“How is it?” He asked when I chewed halfway, but my face turned into a frown and glared coldly at him.“Did you make this yourself?”“Yes, why? What's wrong?” He queried in a low tone, his eyes darting from the meal back to me.“It's amazing!” I
(Doris' POV)“Does the elders have anything to say to what the future King had said?” I asked in a low and threatening growl.They all shook their heads.“We are fine with whomever the King has chosen.” The leader said with his head slightly bowed toward Xavier.The others too did the same, except Barron, who stormed out of the conference room in anger. I waved at the Reapers to let him go while I laughed to my heart's content.“I'm sorry I couldn't meet you at the borderline.” Xavier turned to me and said after Barron left.“It's fine, I know you also have duties to attend to.” A smile spread on my face.“We would take our leave then.” One of the elders said, and they exited the room.“We should go home too,” I said to Xavier with my arms wrapped around his neck.He gently placed his hand on my waist and responded, “Sure.”I turned to the Reapers, who were still waiting for my instruction.“You all should rest, too. We all deserve it.” I said, my voice filled with pride of how we fou
(Xavier's POV)“I don't care what any of you says, I'm the elder son and the legitimate son of the late King, that throne is mine.” Barron seethed his teeth and thudded his fist against the table as he spoke.“We set the rules here in the absence of a King, which means we have the authority to make any decisions of our choice at this moment.” One of the elders protested in a calm voice.My heart kept pounding fast, and I had no idea what to do. This is a position I'm not worthy of.“Give the throne to Barron.......” I started, and all eyes fell on me, surprised. “I'm not worthy of the throne. Barron should be the 9ne to sit on it, not me.” I said, with my gaze lowered to the floor.“Good thing you know your place.” Barron snapped at me and I plucked up my chin to look at him.Seeing the hatred he had for me broke me heart more.“That won't be possible, Xavier. Even if you were dead or not the King's son, Barron would still have no place in the Palace. You were born to rule, and you ha
(Xavier's POV)Barron and I sat in the conference room, waiting for the elders. They had set up the meeting for us, to pick a new King.My heart pounded faster in my mind, thinking about everything. I wondered what kind of King I would become if I got chosen, and also how I would feel if I didn't get chosen.They were running late, but I understood the Pack was going through a rough time at the moment, which could be the cause. Barron kept glaring at me through the corner of his eyes, he had always hated.Maybe because I was an illegitimate son, but I won't be too bothered if I were him. That alone was a great disadvantage for me.After some more minutes of waiting, the door opened and the elders walked in one after the other. We both rose to our feet and bowed to greet them.“You may both have your seat,” the leader of the elders said after they had all settled down.“Thanks,” I mumbled and sat down.“I'm sure you both know the purpose of this meeting.” He started.“Can we then get t
(Doris' POV)My eyes welled for a reason I couldn't tell; whether about the King's death or the First Elder's death, I just couldn't place it.The First Elder must have blamed the King too for the death of Snake and killed me, while I trusted him with the King to be in safe hands. I wanted to come back to the Pack victorious and settle all grudges, but now, they are both dead.Case closed!Murmurs among the elders filled the air, I excused myself from them and exited the Palace.In front of the Palace, there stood the Reapers, some warriors, the two warriors who carried the First Elder's body and some curious Pack members who shot cold glares at me as I stepped out.They were scared to speak, but I could almost read their minds through their faces, it was so sad and bitter. I know they wanted to question me about the First Elder, but none of them dare say a word.“Carry the body, let's go.” I said to the warriors and turned to leave when a female voice stopped me.“The King?” She aske
(Doris' POV)“You should have never done it. All Snake had was you.”“And he was a sacrifice meant to be made, how could I not do it?” His voice dropped to almost a whisper, remorse crept in.My face softened and I halted, watching his moves. Who can tell, it might be another one of his numerous tricks to get new off my guard.“You have done too much evil already, why would you want me dead too?”“You have the guts to ask me that? Snake died because he was your follower, what more would bring me joy than your corpse?” He snapped, enraged and ready to strike again.He's right about that, Snake might still be alive if he wasn't serving me. Maybe some of them really died because of me, and it's all my fault, but I won't let them die in vain. I'll seek the justice that their souls deserve.I eased myself from the defense stance and looked at the First Elder. Even with being a Divine Wolf, he's still a piece of cake to me.And though I wanted justice for all he had harmed, a part of me sti
(Doris' POV)My lips twitched with rage.How dare he lie to me, paint people evil to me, so I could get to trust him while he was the evil himself?I halted in front of him and crouched, lifting his head to meet my eyes.“Forgive, you say?” A scoff traveled through my lips and I rose to my feet.“Why did you do it? Why did you make me trust so much in you and turned out to be the evil I was up against?” I asked in a hushed tone, almost couldn't believe he could do such a thing to me.I had always seen him as a noble and honest man who wanted justice for those the King had wrong. Only God knows how many crimes he had committed that I knew nothing about.“I'm sorry, please forgive me.” He said out loud, bowing his head again.I beat my feet on the ground, filled with rage for the nonchalant apologies he was tendering. None of his apologies would bring back those who had died.None of his
(Doris' POV)My eyes met with the strongest vampire King and my lips twitched. Though he tried to mask his fears, it was still written over his face.He must be wondering how we got through Reya and the other Purebred vampires, but nobody dare mess with the Goddess of War, I'll always be available to give them their responses.“How dare you look me in the eyes?” He growled as if to threaten me, but I stood firm.“I can look you in the eyes because I can....... We all can.” My arms spread out, referring to my warriors and the Reapers.His face went red with anger.“How dare you?” He cussed and turned to one of his men. “Where the heck is Reya?” He asked, whispering.“There would be no need for that,” I butted in abruptly, and he looked at me with his left brow raised at my remark. “She would be food for the earth in no time.” I concluded and smirked.He unde
(Xavier's POV)Seated in front of aunt Jane's house, my mind drifted to Doris. It's been days after she left, and I couldn't help it but miss her like hell, I would give anything to hold her in my arm sooner.I know the battle would be fierce, but I hope she would be rest assured that her family would be safe with me.Felix, Doris brother, walked to the front of the house and sat beside me on the swing chair.“What are you doing out here? You should be inside, resting.” I said to him, and let glared coldly at me for a few seconds.Why would he do that when all I've done since Doris left was to make them comfortable? Perhaps I had done something I had no idea about.“Did I do something wrong? What's up with the glare?” I asked in a shushed tone, my heart pounding faster.“I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do that.” He briskly apologized, bowing his head.“It's fine, it's nothing to be apologetic about.”My lips curled with a smile and my heart was proud of what I've done.On several occasion