21. A Reward
ZEDKIEL.
I licked my lips, unable to keep the smirk off my face. She had a fucking point although I don’t think she realises I was no longer the person I was eight years ago But I couldn’t deny she looked smoking hot standing her ground. Although I didn’t know if I should be offended or
impressed that she feared me more than an entire table full of Lycans.
Her eyes held Danciana’s and I couldn’t help but remember the words of the
Shadow Wolf… A sliver of unease flitted
through me. No mere Omega could just hold an Alpha’s daughter’s gaze like that … One who was mated to a Lycan at that.
Draven let out a low whistle as Chasyn and Maryka exchanged glances.
Danciana let out a fake laugh, but it was obvious she was trying to gather herself. Not expecting my Little Mouse to speak up like that. I glanced at Dad, who was watching Evangeline with a faint smile on his face, a look of interest in his eyes. 2
His gaze shifted to meet mine, and he nodded slowly. ‘Perhaps this might not
be that bad of an idea… She actually stood up to you for the Welhaven boy when no
one else had the courage to… I included.
Perhaps it was her innocence, and she
didn’t know what you were capable of, or
she has potential that we do not know of
….. But she is wolf-less Zedkiel. Perhaps that’s why she didn’t feel the power of your Lycan’s wrath.’
‘She doesn’t need a wolf to stand by my side.’ I replied through the mind link.
And I was certain that she could sense my
aura…
He seemed to be musing over what I said, until Danciana spoke, drawing both of
our attention back to the table.
“Then shall we test your knowledge? I
mean, my sons deserve no less than an
Alpha blooded female. Why should one settle for an Omega orphan? Let’s see if you even have the basic knowledge a
Luna should have?”
My sons? I wasn’t her fucking son, and
she never treated me as one either. I
looked at Evangeline. Her lush breasts were rising and falling, but she still nodded to Danciana’s question. My gaze dipped to her hands that she had clenched on her lap. They were trembling slightly.
She may be acting confidently, but my Little Mouse was still nervous and
probably terrified. “Danciana, let’s not test her right now…” Dad said, chuckling
lightly, only for Danciana to shake her head, raising her hand.
“Oh, it’s all in good faith.” She
responded, but I didn’t miss the glint of challenge in her eyes when he looked at Evangeline once more. I’d entertain her, but if she crossed a line, then I would deal with her. “Tell me what makes an
Alpha’s mate a Luna or shall I say an Alpha Prince’s, Luna?”
This was bullshit. A standard Luna
etiquette was something that we were
taught, and I had a feeling Evangeline
probably did know the answer. If the
did raise her as it
future queen, Danciana, was fucking
was cut off when a shaking
sending a wave of pleasure to
wouldn’t mind that hand
and to the
I looked
doll beside me, but she
Luna is a woman who is skilled and strong, physically and mentally. One who stands by her
what. His greatest support when he needs it, one who is
and
is in order, even when her Alpha isn’t there. One who will give him many pups too.”
say, but I don’t think that comes close enough to what
must do, I believe-”
opinions, of course, honey, go for it.” Danciana chuckles
if she pisses me off, I
as Alcazer refilled his
his Luna was hitting him … but she was just a woman, who cares. He could
that a Luna’s duty above all is to guide her Alpha in times when he may not be treading the right path… a woman who is compassionate and caring to all. Yet one who is ready to take control if the
her Alpha’s greatest support but his greatest advisor and
position without his Luna by his side, and that’s
the future ruler
a Luna by his
and Draven let out snorts of disbelief. But although I hated the fact that she just
our side
about the tournament
fucking sense…
impressed. I guess my idea wasn’t too shabby… with a little work.
actually made a wise choice… although she may not appear all that she is… this will be interesting. Maryka, take care of
might trust his Omega, but I did not trust his Mate, fated or not, she wasn’t all that she portrayed. She nodded at Chasyn, smiling as she looked at
if Zedkiel is to marry her, that makes us
necessary, they will be pitched against one another. Let’s not try
a competition Zedkiel, you or
he always acted like he didn’t see me as a monster… if only I
I wasn’t
I’m
of the week, I
suddenly, his eyes flashing as he slammed his fist
table.
do you think
be a ball Ragnar, perhaps you yourself
you to take a look too… however, with your track record,
first time a woman is still alive for this long. After being in your presence Perhaps this is what was necessary… you may claim her at the ball as yours and then we will hold the weddings immediately.” Dad said and I
my hand over hers, stilling
heart was thumping violently, and I knew
for one day.
pulled her towards the door, not waiting for approval when
“Wait!”
was at the door, one foot past the
at him over my
mark… that’s…
pale as he
crossing my lips. “Obviously…” I replied
That’s…” He trailed off, knowing I wasn’t
him. I didn’t
anyone. 6
her stumble, and I
into my arms and backing
to an entire room of Alphas, yet now that you’re alone with me, you’re scared?” I asked, knowing my voice
eyes.
only tempted me further. Unable to stop myself from slipping my thumb into her mouth.
lips slowly closed around it, making me fucking throb. Oh, how I fucking wanted those lips wrapped around
her bottom lip. “I’m
sorry. I was only trying my best not to let you down.”
fail…” I murmured, my gaze
could push her limits…. Seeing her in this dress… seeing her in anything messed with my head, and sometimes I had to leave
didn’t pin her to
take her forcefully. 2
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