My Alpha's Betrayal: Burning In The Flames Of His Vengeance

7. A Word Of Warning

YILEYNA

His words stung. Was he saying that although Mom and Dad said I was theirs, there had been rumours… Meaning there was something there… I looked into the Alpha’s hard emotionless eyes, feeling very alone. Sure, he was our Alpha, his job was to take care of his pack, his city… and as King, his responsibilities were far more than that but if even for a second I thought I’d get any compassion from him, I was wrong.

“I understand, Alpha, and that brings me to my second question; is it true that another will take my place as future Beta?”

He leaned back on one hand, eating his sliced apple as he looked up at the sky.

“I need a Beta now, soon. I can’t wait for a wolf less pup to shift to take that position. I’m afraid, yes, I will be choosing another.” His eyes fell on me once more and I did my best to remain emotionless despite the pain in my chest. I bowed my head trying to force a polite smile. “I understand Alpha, will I be given at least some time to prove-”

“To prove what? You didn’t shift when Will was killed in the proximity you were in. I don’t think anything will trigger your shift.”

That stung. Guilt enveloped me and I knew it was my fault they died…

“I understand. Will I need to move from the castle?”

From my home? My parents’ home?

It hurt, so much more than I could express. He sighed heavily, picking up a pear and slicing it.

“Come sit down.”

I tried to remain passive as I sat down on the steps a few feet from him, sitting one step lower than he was. He didn’t speak as he sliced the pear and peeled the skin of another apple. “I know that place holds sentimental value for you, but they are the Beta quarters. When he takes the position, you are welcome to move to another room in the castle. You won’t be asked to leave the castle.” He pushed the fruit plate closer to me, but I had no appetite. I picked up a slice of apple out of respect and took a bite.

“Thank you for your explanation, Alpha.” I bowed my head and stood up.

I needed to stop feeling sorry for myself, I needed to prove I was good enough, not for the Beta position but for my father, I couldn’t let him down. “It’s nothing personal, Yileyna.” “Of course, thank you once again.” I turned, leaving the warmth of the courtyard, the sudden coolness of the halls felt far more chilling than they were.

big world, I

on the roof of the Goddess’ Citadel, it was the tallest building in the city. I stared down at the bustling streets, lit with lanterns, vendors were still running busy and late-night stalls were as full, as they were

part of our pack, there were others who resided here; humans, mages, and fae. Being the middle city, the capital, we were the home to many, but

my attention towards the outer wall. The wall that had been destroyed two months ago had been resurrected and I knew it

still no news on what those rogues had wanted and how they retained that much sanity to think straight and plan something like that. Unless, of course, it’s as rumored – that there is a bigger force at play… I sighed, turning away. The way the streets were thriving below, one wouldn’t think we had lost so many… Charlene told me earlier that her training began tomorrow and how I had to be there. It was good for her to train harder; anything could happen… The night of the attack, she had managed to sneak away from that place I had

you’re not down by The White Dove.” A

at him. What was he even doing here… After what happened at his place last night, I didn’t think being alone

please, I could get a man if I wanted one.” I declared.

highly doubt that.” The mockery in his tone was grating

regular there?” A strong flare of jealousy reared within me, but I fuelled my irritation into the glare I

a simple move like that from him made my heart jolt. He leaned back against the bar behind him, looking at me, a single strand of his hair fell across his forehead and a

me right now…

bringing me out of my daze and making me pout at what I had been thinking. I glanced over at him, true, he didn’t need to go to an Omega… I’m

frowned as I

did you come

slipped away later on, I had searched the area until I got to the top of this citadel. “Or maybe not.” He added, tilting his head as he looked at me.

to find my house key?” I asked suddenly. He raised an

at the

It was guards who had tried to rape me. “I didn’t think.” “You’re not a child anymore, and although you shouldn’t trust anything I say or do, trust me when I say that many men have their eyes on you.” My heart thundered as our eyes met, grey against amber. They say that our eyes are the doorway

standing up and trying not to wince at the pain

the rest is up

voice sounded. Goddess what was my problem. “Because my father’s gone, so now I’m open game? Wow, how nice, I think you forget that I’m not even worthy of being Beta. There’s nothing beneficial for trying to claim me.” I remarked, staring out

when he grabbed my arm, spinning me around roughly and slamming me against rail

like a child.” He growled, making my heart thud, his hand wrapping around my throat as he flicked the piece of straw that was in

“Excuse me?”