All Chapters of Alpha Thomas: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

They rode in silence for a bit, each lost in their own thoughts without peeking into the other's mind. To break the heavy atmosphere, Hera asked, “How long until we reach the village?” “At this speed, we’ll get there by midday.” “So, we’ll be heading back after dark. Is that safe?” She glanced at the woods, wary of any lurking thieves. “I can keep you safe, Hera.” She noticed the huge sword at his side, his straight posture, and messy hair reassured her that she had nothing to worry about. No criminal would dare to challenge him. He’d protect her and look good doing it! Total eye candy. She didn’t even try to block her thoughts from him. Suddenly, she got a flash of a child’s lollipop popping into her mouth from Thomas’s mind. She caught his playful gaze, which had a hint of seduction. He moved his horse closer. “Want a taste?” She bit her lip. “Maybe just a little.” What could possibly go wrong on horseback? He leaned in, and as their lips met, Hera felt waves of plea

Like a little kitten finishing its cream, Hera stretched out next to Thomas and nestled into his arms. Despite having barely enough sleep to count on one hand, she felt more rested than ever. Thomas stirred awake, slowly realizing it was a gorgeous day. The sun streamed through the window, and the rain was a distant memory. A few glowing embers in the fireplace lit a thin wisp of smoke. “Good morning, love,” he murmured, kissing her head. “Morning,” she replied, still cozy in his embrace. They had slept in, and the sun was already high in the sky. “We should probably head back.” With a smile, she snuggled in closer. “I don’t want to. Let’s pretend it’s still raining.” An idea popped into her head. “Can you summon the rain like you do with fire?” He pulled her tighter. “Not without some dark clouds, I’m afraid.” She lifted her head to look at him. “I was just kidding. But you seem serious.” “And I can see from your face that I must shave.” He gently brushed her cheek, noticing t

A few days turned into five, and those five felt like an eternity. Each day dragged on, and the nights seemed even longer. If it weren't for the constant stream of guests, Thomas and Hera would have struggled to keep their promise of staying apart. Two nights before the big event, Hera found herself sitting across from Thomas at a massive table in the main hall. She was surrounded by unfamiliar faces, making small talk during dinner. Celeste and Hogwart had tied the knot that day, along with a few other couples from the village, and everyone was invited to celebrate with the Morris family. Knights filled the table, while their pages and squires occupied another nearby. Some of the men weren’t thrilled about dining with the village commoners, but they kept their thoughts to themselves around Nolan and Lilian. They knew better than to challenge Master Nolan, who ran his household with an iron fist and raised his sons to do the same. Hera was certain that when Thomas took over, the vi

The music shifted, signaling Hera's entrance. She had asked Nolan to accompany her down the aisle because the thought of walking solo made her too nervous. Plus, she still felt he was to blame for this whole situation—after all, he was the one who had pushed her hand into Thomas’s and set everything in motion. Thank goodness for that.Amber was right behind her, holding the long train of Hera's dress and grinning at all the attention. Thomas stood tall and proud in front of Brother Malloy, who looked a bit jittery as he prepared to join the couple. He kept making little gestures with his hands, trying to nudge Hera along.But today was all about her wedding, and she wasn’t about to let anyone rush her. No way!Thomas looked incredibly handsome in his kilt. She knew he had one and had even tried to convince him to wear it a few times, just so she could have the fun of taking it off. Today, she was marrying a guy in a skirt—who would have thought? The idea made her want to smile. He wor

Aurora kept a close eye on the Keep, hoping to spot a gullible servant who might spill some secrets about what was happening inside. Unfortunately, her luck was running low.Her ability to read people wasn’t as sharp as it used to be, and not practicing her magic regularly was taking its toll. She made sure her visits to the village were discreet, only showing up when other strangers were around.Dressed in rags and leaning heavily on a cane, she looked the part, even though her bones had healed completely. She rarely encountered the same villagers more than once, but she had been keeping an eye on the Augur girl, Alyssa. To her surprise, Matthew of Lancaster had started visiting frequently.Aurora was good at adapting her plans when necessary, and it was time to seek some assistance in her mission. With the winter solstice approaching, she wouldn’t hesitate to act if she spotted another Augur virgin. She had learned her lesson with Hera.Alyssa might just fit the bill. While she wasn