My Alpha’s Betrayal: Burning In The Flames Of His Vengeance by Moonlight Muse

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.

just the pack laws and rules. In this big world, I was just one more in the throngs

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 was busy shopping for it. I hadn’t thought over what I’d wear, after all usually

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 along with that status and privilege,

my fingers through my hair as a sharp wind blew and I turned my attention towards the outer wall. The wall that had been destroyed two months ago had been

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

Dove.” A deep seductive voice, that I recognised, came from behind

flushed at what he just said, and I raised an 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 a free show is the most excitement you will ever

couldn’t resist turning and giving him a 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 I felt my stomach churn with distaste. He cocked

tone was grating

I go down to The White Dove must mean you’re a regular there?” A strong flare of jealousy reared within me, but I fuelled my irritation into the glare I was directing at

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 piece of straw was

been thinking. I glanced over at him, true, he

as

what did you

coincidence that you’re here.” His cold reply came. Guilty… I found this place when Charlene and I were spying on Theon, although he slipped away later on, I had searched the area until I got to the top of this citadel. “Or

lights of my home city somehow felt.. 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

at

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

through…

contradicting your own words.” I remarked, standing up and trying not to wince

the rest is up to

his 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

my arm, spinning me around roughly and slamming me

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

“Excuse me?”