CHAPTER 61
Thorn's pov.I made sure to be as stealthy as possible while sneaking out of the palace but I saw Genevieve being accompanied by some guards and wondered where she was coming from by that time of the night. To avoid being seen by her or by the guards that were with her, I ran into the woods and waited it out.After a few minutes of poking around, she finally left with the guards and I came out of my hiding place. I made my way deeper and and deeper into the woods until I came out at the other side. I crossed the pathway and entered the very thick forest. This journey took me almost two hours but I finally arrived at my destination.Two armed men were already waiting for me a few kilometers from the camp site. They searched me and made sure that I was not followed by anyone before letting me go further into the camp site. I had dropped my sword a while ago because I knew I would be searched. I arrived and met Zeke standing next toCHAPTER 62Thorn's pov.“Please Zeke, I'm sorry for slacking but it won't happen anymore. Give me one month, just one month and I will find you the ancient path. Don't harm my sister please.” I pleaded, placing my palms together in front of me. I don't know what had come over my sister but I would still do anything to save her life.“What assurance do I have that you're not going to fail again? How do I know that you won't keep frolicking around and ignore your duties? Isn't it better I just waste her life right here and now!?” Zeke grabbed Taloria and held his sword to her neck. She squealed loudly and my whole life flashed before my eyes.“No! No please don't hurt her!” I cried out, trying to run to him but the killer from the village held up his own sword to my face, forcing me to stand down.“Please Zeke. I have been given orders by the alpha of wolfang pack to guard the temple ruins and I will be spending most of time there. I w
CHAPTER 63Genevieve's pov.Thorn raised his voice at me, for the very first time. I saw a different person that night, a pained man who wanted nothing at that moment but to be rid of me. I stared shockingly at him, fighting the urge to cry. I wasn't used to crying in front of anyone and I tried to make sure it remained that way. “What is the point of anything? Tell me Genevieve.” He continued, his voice was softer now. Why is he asking me all of this? Didn't he realize all of this from the beginning? Did he have to wait until I got so attached to him before saying this?“Were we supposed to keep sneaking around and having sex for the rest of our lives? Is that it?” He questioned, his deep eyes peering into mine. “It's pointless. At some point, we're going to get caught and even if we don't get caught, our relationship will continue to be a pointless excuse to have sex.” He continued, his words made me weak, to the point where I co
CHAPTER 64Genevieve's pov.“Good morning princess.” Jamie's voice woke me from my sleep and then he covered my face with soft kisses. He was squatting beside the bed, watching me sleep with that adorable smile on his face.“Good morning.” I answered weakly, struggling to keep my eyes open as I was still very sleepy.“You seemed disturbed last night, are you okay now?” Why is he being overly caring today? It's weird because I'm not used to it. I simply groaned and sat up on the bed while he stood from the ground and settled next to me. He gently caressed my thighs and legs which he had carried and placed on his lap. If I could, I would have told Jamie everything that Thorn said to me and then make sure he punishes him for breaking my heart that way but I couldn't do that. In actual sense, I was the one who was breaking hearts here. I am cheating on my husband and on my mate, I can't choose between either of them and I can'
CHAPTER 65Thorn's pov.I watched Genevieve run towards the direction of the attacks and my heart leaped out of my chest. Spears were flying around, arrows were being shot everywhere and I couldn't bear to see her get hurt. I went after her, but I could barely see due to the rowdiness. “Genevieve!” I called out.“Luna!!” I yelled at the top of my voice, trying my best to avoid the flying spears and arrows. I discovered that the attackers were attacking from outside the palace, the gates were locked and heavily blocked. The soldiers were attacking too, shooting arrows and spears at the attackers. I finally found Genevieve in front of the gate where the battle was more heated. She was discussing with the captain about the next step to take. She went ahead to suggest that the gates be opened and soldiers be released to slay as many of the rogues as possible. The captain told her that it wasn't a good idea and that the rogues could gai
CHAPTER 66Genevieve's pov.I think Thorn is outright cruel. If he isn't, why would he push me away and then force himself on me all over again? He told me that he didn't want to have anything to do with me and yet he kept finding reasons to be close to me— at least that's how I see it.I was trying to get out of his grip when the captain rushed over to us and told me that they had captured one of the rogues. Thorn had to let go of my hand at that point and I left with the captain.We arrived at the torture room where they had already chained the captive. He was bleeding through his nose and mouth and he had sustained several injuries and cuts on his face and arms. He was struggling to get out of the chain when I arrived but stopped when he saw me.“Why did you stop? Go on, I dare you to try to get free. You're not getting out of here, you'll either die immediately or suffer to death overtime. The choice is yours.” I told him and he
CHAPTER 67Genevieve's pov.I raced down the hall, out of the main building and all the way to the torture room just to confirm what Cara had told me. How could the prisoner have killed himself with poison? Wasn't Jamie with him? How could he let him kill himself after all that we went through to capture him?“Where is he?” I asked breathlessly as soon as I got to the room. The captain led me inside to where the prisoner was hanging from the chains, foaming from his mouth and nose. His eyes were wide open and his face looked withered. Whatever he took must have been a very strong poison because he looked terrible.“How did this happen?” I turned to the captain who was looking confused.“Luna, I honestly don't know. After Alpha Jamie came in here to question him, he refused to speak and the Alpha decided to leave and try again later. A few minutes after that, I came in to check on the chains only to see him shaking and foaming.” He ex
CHAPTER 68Genevieve's pov.Jamie had sent his men to look for the seed oil and over the next two days, things seemed to be back to normal. There was no news of attacks and everywhere was peaceful. But we knew that it wasn't over and they could strike at any moment.The only thing that had not gotten back to normal was Thorn and I. I have not set eyes on him since that day at the palace gates where he held my wrist. I can't get him off my mind, I kept craving to see him, even if it was for a second. But my wish was far from coming true since he was always on duty at the temple ruins. I miss him so much and I can't help it.Even though Thorn had asked me to stay away from him and forget him, I wasn't going to listen to him. I plan to keep trying until I subdue him. He might have rejected me as his mate but I choose to ignore it and continue chasing him. I want him and I must have him. I have never felt this way about anyone before, it's almost like I'm addicted to him and I can't get e
CHAPTER 69Genevieve's pov.“What do you mean, new personal bodyguard?” I questioned, pausing whatever it is we were about to do. I stared at Jamie who seemed confused about my reaction.“I got you a new bodyguard, that's what I mean.” He repeated and I frowned.I don't want want another bodyguard, especially not one to replace Thorn. I don't think I can be able to trust anyone the way I trusted Thorn. I definitely do not want to have him replaced.“I don't need his services. I'm fine on my own.” I answered, walking to the other side of the bed, totally avoiding Jamie. I was suddenly not in the mood for lovemaking.“You need a personal bodyguard, someone to protect you while you're out and about.” He insisted, walking over to me. “Did I tell you that I could not protect myself? I am more than capable of looking after myself, thank you.” I snapped. “I know you're strong, I know you're brave. But you're still the Luna, and your safety is priority.” He lectured but I had already made u
CHAPTER 131Genevieve's pov.As soon as Taloria fell, I ran to her and held her up.“Stop! She could be dangerous!” The commander yelled at me, trying to take her away from me but I protected Taloria with my body.“It's fine, she's not possessed anymore.” I told them and they backed off a little bit. I continued to try and wake Taloria up but she wasn't responsive. I got scared, thinking that something was wrong. “Taloria? Open your eyes please.” I pleaded, giving her light taps on her cheek. She finally opened her eyes weakly, staring at me with a smile.“Genevieve? What happened?” She asked, her voice was faint. I was happy that she was alright.“You're fine now. Don't worry about it.” I told her.“We are so sorry Genevieve. We had no idea that Jamie was involved in so much atrocious acts.” One of the elders started and the others followed suit, each one apologizing for misjudging and treating me badly. “It's alright. I just want to go back to Thorn.” I requested and they agreed. T
CHAPTER 130Genevieve's pov.“Help!! Help!!” I yelled at the top of my lungs, fear and agony detectable in the tone of my voice. I cried out for help yet again, before two guards ran into the dungeon, drawing their swords and running towards my cell. “Help!!!” I screamed and they all turned to see Taloria beside my cell, twitching and growling in a low voice. Their fear when they saw her was evident, and they stopped running towards me. “Take one more step and I'm going to kill you all! This does not concern you in any way! Her soul belongs to me and I am here to take it!” She growled, her voice turning completely into the horrifying voice that she used to have when Ginger Carmine possessed her! Could it be that her soul never left?“Who are you!?” The guards asked in fright. “Who I am is not important! I will kill anyone who stands the in my way!” She cackled loudly. The atmosphere changed immediately, fear and danger was clearly perceived. I was shaking in my cell, wondering what
CHAPTER 129Genevieve's pov.I turned my head, my eyes still shut. The terrible odour filled my nostrils again and I scrunched my nose, putting my palm over my nose. I managed to open my eyes, but my vision was blurry and I had an awful headache. Looking around, I saw the decaying body which was giving off the stench and realized that I had been lying next to it. I felt nauseous immediately, and went to stand by the cell gate, putting my face out to receive any amount of fresh air I could get.The dungeon was as silent as a graveyard, I must be the only prisoner in here, the thought of that gave me chills and I wondered how I was going to survive staying down here on my own with this foul stench. “Hello!?” I yelled out but was greeted by the echo of my own voice.“Is anyone there!?” I yelled out again but again, no reply except for the echo.“Hello!!” I screamed even louder and the main doors flipped open immediately, an angry looking guard made his way in and over to me. I guess he
CHAPTER 128Genevieve's pov.“No! He attacked me! He wanted to kill me! I only tried to defend myself!” I screamed but they didn't look like they were going to believe anything I say.“Liar! Genevieve must die!”“Genevieve must die!!” They started to chant loudly and fear gripped me. Not knowing what to do, I ran back into the clinic, slamming the door shut. I leaned against the door, breathing heavily and withstanding the loud bangs on the door.“Open the door!!” They continued to rage, hitting the door violently. “We need to get you to safety!” Cara ran towards me and attempted to pull me away.“Where to? You want me to leave Thorn here all alone? I can't do that, they'll kill him.” I responded but she bit her lip tiredly.“Where's Taloria?” I asked.“I already sent her out through the back and I sincerely think you should come with me now for your own safety.” As soon as she finished that statement, a large brick landed in between us. The villagers were trying to break in through
CHAPTER 127Genevieve's pov.“What!?” Taloria cried out. “Do you even know what you're saying!? If you can't save him, then who can!? Where's my brother!!?” She tried to run past the doctor but Cara was quick to hold her back, stopping her from dashing into the ward. They were both shedding tears with Taloria struggling to get free from Cara's grip.“Let me go! Leave me alone!!” She yelled, her agony was killing me. I stood there without a single expression on my face. I took a few steps backwards, staring into nothing as tears clouded my vision. I didn't know how to react, I didn't know what to do at that moment, I had nothing but anguish in my heart.“Genevieve! Genevieve do something!! Please save my brother!!” Taloria continued to scream at the top of her lungs, fighting to get away from Cara who was doing a good job holding her down.“Please!! My brother should not die!!” She cried out, tears pouring down her eyes uncontrollably. I couldn't even look her in the face, seeing her
CHAPTER 126Genevieve's pov.I glared at them, waiting for them to step out of the way so that I could go in. After a lot of hesitation, they finally moved out of the way and we continued our journey into the pack. I would occasionally look back at Thorn and check to see if he was still breathing. Thankfully, he was still alive but his breaths were getting slow and I knew we would lose him soon if he does not get medical attention soon.We made our way straight to palace, ignoring all the side talks we got on our way there. Indeed, my people now have the worst impression about me.“Isn't that Luna Genevieve!?”“I can't believe she's alive!”“She should be dead, she doesn't even deserve to live, not after what she did to our dear Alpha.”“Imagine cheating on the Alpha with a mere guard! She's absolutely disgusting and I hate her.” “We don't want you here!”“Where is our Alpha? What has she done with him? And who is she carrying like that? Is he dead?”“Isn't that her lover?”“She is i
CHAPTER 125Genevieve's pov.“Thorn!! Thorn!!” Taloria's piercing screams filled the air. I turned to find her vigorously shaking her brother who was lying lifeless on the floor already. I looked at Jamie again, to make sure that he was dead for good this time around. He lay there with the dagger in him, bleeding from his stabs, mouth and nose. There was absolutely no chance for his survival and I was relieved.He had tormented me for a really long time and I wasn't going to let him get away with it. Stabbing Thorn was the last straw.Quickly, I rushed over to where Taloria was sitting on the floor, carrying Thorn's head in her arms. She was screaming his name and shaking him to wake him up but he was unconscious already. My whole body was covered in goosebumps as I stared at Thorn's lifeless body. My pupils dilated and I froze at the spot, a strange gush of wind blowing through the forest. I didn't know how to react or what to feel. Thorn is dead? My mate is dead? The thought of it
CHAPTER 124Genevieve's pov.Thorn agreeing to follow me back to my pack has to be one of the best things I've heard in a really long time. I was ecstatic and couldn't wait to go back with him. Who knows? We might even end up getting married and live together in wolfang pack. Since the pack is without a leader, we could be the leaders.“Then we should get going, before it gets dark.” I said.“Going back to Wolfang pack is a two-day journey and we need to be prepared.” Thorn stated.“Taloria, take Genevieve around and you two should gather as much food and ammunition as possible while I salvage whatever I can from here. We will meet at the border in an hour.” He instructed. Taloria and I nodded as we left the palace, she took me into the village where we searched the houses for any food, clothes and weapons for defending ourselves.“I think we've gathered enough, besides, we're going back to my pack and there will be plenty of food there.” I told Taloria who was still trying to pack som
CHAPTER 123Thorn's pov.I watched Genevieve in her unconscious state, thinking about what to tell her as soon as she wakes up. Not only did I disrespect her and let her leave in anger, I scared her into hitting her head against a rock. I have a lot of apologizing to do.I had moved her already, to open ground where I was waiting for her to regain consciousness. After a while, she started to move and slowly opened her eyes. I was relieved, at least she's fine. “Are you okay?” I questioned and she let out a groan before sitting up. She looked around, probably trying to understand where she was before she turned to stare at me, like she hadn't seen me before.“What happened?” She questioned.“You um.. you passed out.” I replied, scratching my head. She lifted her hand to feel the back of her head and then winced. She finally remembered everything that happened and the fire in her eyes returned. She was furious.“You fucking pushed me!?” She growled and winced again.“Take it easy, and