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 was

I sat 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 throughout the day. The Moon Goddess Festival was coming up soon too. I guess everyone

mages, and fae. Being the middle city, the capital, we were the home to

the outer wall.

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 left her, I knew it was so I didn’t get

surprised you’re not down by The White Dove.” A deep

eyebrow. “How do you know I go down to the White Dove?” I retorted not even turning to look at him. What was he even doing here… After what happened at his place last night, I didn’t think being alone with him was ideal. “Isn’t it where you go often? Clearly getting

scathing glare. “Oh please, I could get a man if I wanted one.” I declared. Yesterday’s events returned to the forefront of my mind, and

tone was grating on my nerves

White Dove must mean you’re a regular there?” A strong flare of jealousy reared within me,

back against the bar behind him, looking at me, a single strand of his hair fell

me right

get a woman.” His reply came, 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 sure any woman would happily want him, but then I’m sure he’d love the omega females too… curvy, dainty, yet stronger than humans so

as

you come

later on, I had searched the area until I got to the top of this citadel.

distant… like I was an outsider looking in. “Did you go through my pants to find my house key?” I asked suddenly. He raised an eyebrow. “The key was on the floor in the bathroom so I thought I’d drop it off, since you could barely walk. Pretty stupid for someone who

at the

pointed look and I trailed off. 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

remarked, standing up and trying

you, the rest is up

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 at the city before

and slamming me against rail he had been leaning against

a joke. Grow up, Yileyna, and stop acting like a child.” He growled, making my heart thud, his

“Excuse me?”