CHAPTER 66
Genevieve'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 heCHAPTER 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 70Thorn's pov.I was guarding the ruins along with two other guards, we were assigned to different sides, each person minding his work. I wasn't being watched by anyone and that meant that I had a lot of time to look for the tunnel. I left my duty post to sniff around for a bit, trying to find any kind of clue that would lead me to the right tunnel. I only have till the end of the month to find this tunnel or my sister would be killed.The thought of losing my only sister made me shudder. I will never be able to forgive myself if anything happened to her because it would be all my fault. I had a lot of time to carry out this task but I wasted it all, messing around with Genevieve.Speaking of Genevieve, I wonder how she must be coping. I know how terrible it is to be rejected by your mate, and it hurts me more than I thought it would. I just hope she gets over it and we can live our lives like we never met each other.
CHAPTER 71Thorn's pov.“How are you, Thorn?” Her soft voice echoed, the sound of the flowing river. I stood there, my eyes refusing to leave her form.“You don't want to talk to me? Is that what it has come to now? Giving me the silent treatment?” She let out a chuckle. She hasn't been looking at me, she was busy digging her fingers in and out of the river.“You sent for me.” I simply said and she lifted her eyes to look at me, her beautiful gaze capturing my attention once again. Her hypnotizing look was nothing short of mesmerizing.“Yes I did, because I've missed you. Haven't you missed me?” She questioned but I remained silent, refusing to give myself away. In actual sense, I have missed her terribly. Unfortunately, I couldn't confess that to her because I knew her, she would take advantage of that fact.“What reason do I have to miss you?” I asked and she frowned.“Don't you think that's kinda harsh?
CHAPTER 72Thorn's pov.After leaving Genevieve alone, I went back to the temple ruins, but not before I informed her guards to go back and stay with her. By the time I had gotten back to the ruins, more guards showed up, stating that the alpha told them to come by and inspect how things were going. I could no longer go to the tunnel that I had found earlier because I would definitely be caught.The security remained tight until it was time for me to get back to the palace. This is so bad, I was so close to finding what I wanted but I failed again. Who knows when next I'm going to come here? I am not responsible for guarding the ruins tomorrow or the next, this is only delaying me.Nonetheless, I went back to the palace with the others, hoping that I would get an opportunity to come out again and investigate the tunnel that I found.We arrived at the palace and everyone retired to their rooms. My roommates were talking amon
CHAPTER 73Genevieve's pov.I was filled with rage when I got out of the river and Thorn wasn't there anymore. My intense anger was soon replaced with tears as I wore my clothes again.Is that how much he doesn't want anything to do with me? The Thorn I know would have come into the water with me but he walked away, and without saying a word.I tried to deny my pain but it was so evident. My heart was heavy and I wanted to cry my eyes but not here, not in public, not in the presence of my guards. I managed to pull myself together and started heading back to the palace. I had to subdue my emotions even though it hurt so much. Thorn can play hard to get for as long as he wishes, but he will succumb one of these days.I got home and met Jamie discussing outside our room with his beta. Whatever they were discussing must be crucial because of the concerned looks on their faces. I greeted them both and then entered the room to wait fo
CHAPTER 74Thorn's pov.I have to find a way to avoid Genevieve. I know for a fact that she's trying to get to me, she's doing all of this to seduce me but I'm also determined not to let it work.Abandoning the temple ruins and training with the other soldiers will do nothing but delay my mission and my sister's life is already in danger. I have to find a way out of Genevieve's trap quickly.I thought of going to talk to her but I have to avoid her at all costs and not give her what she wants. I decided I would complain to the Alpha about it instead. I couldn't meet Jamie directly but I told his beta who asked me to stand outside the throne room while he tells Jamie about my request to meet with him.“One of the soldiers is waiting outside. He wants to speak to you.” I heard the beta telling Jamie as I stood by the door of the throne room.“What happened?” Jamie asked.“I have no idea but I think it has something to
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