His Dark Obsession

An Accusation

EVANGELINE.

‘He’s only angry because we disobeyed him.’ I tell Luna, who chuckles.

‘Yes, and he said he will punish us.’ She purrs. I raise my eyebrows, internally shaking my head.

She’s a naughty one.

‘Of course, that’s the only part you remember.’ I reply.

I hear Evelyn’s faint scoff and my heart squeezes. She’s Zedkiel’s mate too… yet she has to watch us being intimate…

‘Don’t blame yourself, plus she can’t see everything like I do, like right now she can’t hear your thoughts.’ Luna reassures me.

“I know, but I want her free.’

Luna says. ‘I understand.’

She falls silent as the Alphas and Alpha heirs troop into the room alongside the other members of the court. All of Zedkiel’s brothers are here, Danciana, the Luna Queen is beside Alpha Ambrose, a small frown on her face. Kash is here too… the king’s beta and more.

Looking at him now, to my surprise, he reminds me of Kash a little. How interesting… no wonder Kash is a powerful wolf. He must be of beta blood…

I’m getting many questioning looks and the murmurs regarding my hair are rising, even from those who had seen me step out of that chamber. They had been so distracted by the mark that they hadn’t even noticed my hair until now.

Alpha Ambrose strides toward us and looks between us. ‘I will announce that the new ruler has been shown and abolish the tournament.’ He says through the link.

Zedkiel nods, and I’m not so sure it is necessary to mention, but I am happy to see the tournament being brought to an end. There’s so much more we need to do, and it was just an obstacle in the way, not to mention it is nothing but dangerous.

“Before Alpha Prince Zedkiel Vilkas heads the meeting that he has called, there is something I need to share. Earlier tonight, someone entered the chamber after performing the ritual bath.” He begins, and the room falls silent, all eyes on him, it was obvious that the word had not spread to everyone. I’m certain that was at the king’s command.

“But there is no member of the royal family who has not entered.” Queen Danciana says quietly. Her eyes are sharp as she stares at the king.

‘She’s probably thinking Dad has another child.’ Zed’s voice comes through the link, and I can sense the amusement in his voice.

I bite the inside of my cheek, trying not to smile. I felt bad for the queen, and Zedkiel’s amusement was no less.

‘Well, just remember that you are not allowed to have any other women.’ I say, unable to stop myself, pouting slightly. His sharp eyes snap to mine, but before he can reply, the king waves the queen away

“No, not a member of the Vilkas family by blood… but still a part of this family. I would like everyone to look towards the miracle of your chosen queen! Luna Princess Evangeline Vilkas is our true queen, the ruler who will ascend my throne when I step down!” Alpha Ambrose says clearly.

The shock on their faces is something I won’t ever forget; Celia’s face has dropped, and I can see the shock and jealousy that’s written all over it, but it’s Sinclair’s face that makes my gaze falter upon him.

There’s regret in his eyes, and I almost want to scoff. He regrets letting me go because I’m now a queen. Power was all he ever craved. I turn my attention to Zedkiel, my world…

Only one may survive… my hand tightens on his and he looks at me sharply, frowning slightly, almost as if sensing my sadness. He tugs me into his arms and brushes my hair off my neck, allowing everyone to look upon my mark.

“I don’t know what to think. Should I be insulted? She’s not a Vilkas by blood after all.” Ragnar says coldly.

“Well brother, seems like she’s special.” Draven smirks.

as everyone

to be accepted by

reply, raising his hand.

isn’t something small and, rest assured, I will find the culprit. I will not disturb you after tonight and allow you to mourn

frowns as he

then when she was meant to be paired against Luna Vienna, may she rest in peace, Luna Vienna ended up poisoned by something that did not need to be internally administered.” He frowns and my heart aches for her and her family. “If Evangeline sparred against her, we all know she would have been blamed for this… The Lendorns are valued allies of the Vilkas family and so

steps forward.

to pay attention to those on the left and

‘On it.’ I reply.

accusing us, Alpha Prince Zedkiel?” Franco asks

to speak for his life.” Zedkiel says clearly. A few hearts

‘I say hesitantly, my eyes

and Octavius Huntington’ Alpha Ambrose murmurs through

Cole Zedkiel finishes

trust the word of a random commoner, one who sells poison for that matter! He should be in prison for that

smirking icily as he begins to pace. Carrying an air of dominance that sends a chill through the room. “Tell me Franco… why did you suggest the rule for the tournament that none

attention fully on the man. Franco

“Zedkiel…” Chasyn murmurs, concerned.

I have no other ulterior motives, if that is what you are insinuating, Prince Zedkiel.” He declares

on him; I scan the rest. Cole is

had been a few others, but I don’t know. Did we miss anyone? What were the chances

powers of a vampire?” Zedkiel says, his voice sounding dangerous. Everyone

does he mean?’ Luna asks

know…’ I murmur, remembering

mean to say Prince Zedkiel…” Alpha Aeron says, his gaze flitting

there are ways to compel someone to answer me.” He growls, his eyes flashing when

without proof. Bring in the man who had provided the poison.’ I

looks at me with

doors that open and two warriors step inside holding onto a man who has a rather

ashen, and he doesn’t look

the same thing as he

know Alpha, he suddenly just

know?” Zedkiel snarls venomously. “Spread out!”

doesn’t want to lose this lead… “Tell me, do you see the one who purchased the poison?” He

before him, his heart thumping, fear rolling off him, but I can

Luna as I try to remain

to all wolves as the

as I stare at him, this

about to speak when he raises his hand and points ahead. All eyes turn as the man slumps. forward- dead. I run to

a healer!” Danciana commands, but it’s futile… Someone must have already given the order because soon I hear running

I turn sharply to look at who his

thunders as he looks around and stares at Jeremiah who is standing next to him. “It was you! You were the one he

even compete in the tournament.” Jeremiah says, looking

wouldn’t blame a prince.” Alcazer

“Cole…” Zed growls.