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

43. His Lies THEON.

The doors to the castle were opened for me, and although I could sense the tension and uncertainty from the guards, it was obvious that despite the fact they may be suspicious or cautious of me, they were unable to refuse me entry.

All eyes were on me as I walked through the courtyard, illuminated by a few dim lanterns.

“The King‘s son is back!” “Alpha Theon is here!”

“Alpha, come, I will have a room ready for you immediately.” One of the castle servants offered.

“I wish to see my father, immediately.” I replied coldly.

Despite the calmness I was portraying, I was a mess inside. I wanted to see Yileyna, wanted to make sure she was ok. It was plaguing my mind to not know what she was going through.

I had travelled for hours straight, and I made the journey that should have taken much longer, I completed it in a day. Just the thought of Yileyna was enough to keep pushing me to carry on. My muscles were screaming in exhaustion, but I didn‘t let it show. “The Alpha is ready to see you in the throne room.” One of Theoden‘s men said, making me turn my head to him sharply. “I don‘t need an appointment to see my own father.” I said before pushing past him and heading for the throne room. I walked through the castle, paying attention to the changes, there was no hustle and bustle around here like it once used to be. Sure it was night, but there was always someone walking around the castle when Andres was in power. There was no odd cry of a child of one of the families residing here, nor the smell of something pleasant from the kitchens. I didn‘t realise it when Theoden had taken over as much as I did now, as I looked at the world around me with a new outlook. One where the haze of lies had been removed from my eyes.

The Obsidian Shadow Pack insignia had replaced the ones of the Silver Storm, and they glared down at me. A pack I was once proud of... I realised that this would be the end of the Obsidian Shadow Pack. When the war was over and victory was ours, I would ask Yileyna to accept the people who were innocent into

her pack. I couldn‘t ask Thea and Raiden to head the pack either, because Yileyna needed Raiden. There was too much darkness and sins tied to the name of the Obsidian Shadow Pack, sins that could not be wiped away or forgotten. 1

The passageways were lit dimly and there were far more guards scattered throughout, guards that he had purchased at the expense of our people. That knowledge sent a flare of rage through me.

The urge to draw my sword and slay them was tempting, but I held back. I needed to find Yileyna first.

I entered the throne room to find it empty. It had changed, with the banners and colours now of the Obsidian Shadow Pack adorning the entire room. Colours I was once proud of...

This belonged to Yileyna, and I knew she would be the queen that everyone would love when the time came.

His merry voice was a front, and when I turned to see the smile on his face,

gap between us, knowing I was far better at hiding my emotions. There was a powerful darkness

heart out right now overcame me, but I could feel the darkness pushing against me and I stepped back, trying not to be repulsed or to let my anger show. My stomach twisted as I smelt

He had her.

feel, it meant she was safe, but it also fucking terrified me not

are, and in good time! I was wondering where you might

the heart, however, she kept on slipping through my grasp. I‘m sorry but these injuries slowed me down.” I frowned icily as I glared at the floor. I was getting

“I know, I tracked her close to here and had a feeling you succeeded. I‘m glad to hear it.” I replied smoothly. He ran his fingers through his beard, watching me intently,

“Of course.”

was a hard decision to make, but I think it‘s the

thousands of emotions flashed through me

I wanted him

I am sorry father, I know you wanted me to marry her at one point, but despite wanting to please you, marrying someone who is part siren... it would have been hard. You are far stronger than I am, mentally and physically.” I looked up at

Tell me, what do you want me to do? I‘m back

I want you to tighten security. We will soon have the Alpha gathering, and there... there I will become stronger. You have

he would try to keep me far

want revenge on all those who have hurt those whom I love. I will

said murderously, fuelling all the hatred and rage for him into my

he didn‘t know of my involvement, or they were playing smart. But now, seeing him, I had a feeling he really didn‘t know what I had been

thwarted. There had to be a plan in place. “Yes Hunter, he was creating a resistance, gathering those loyal to Yileyna De‘Lacor. I want him dead and perhaps you are the person who is best suited to find him.” His eyes were on me keenly and I was sure

I will touch... We promised Mom... Yet I understand that he is trying to thwart your plans, and if that is the case, then I will not protest if you have someone kill him. I just apologise that I cannot be part of it.” I replied quietly. Our eyes

mother holds no bounds.” He nodded curtly, and I knew he had bought it when he began talking about his plans. Now all I needed to do was assess the numbers and prepare for a takeover, but before that... I needed to see her... 1 I left the throne room after telling Theoden I would turn in for the night. I was glad my

powers. Whatever this thing was, it was powerful. I had tried to open the small pouch but the intensity of the light from it burned, and so I had quickly closed it again. After getting dressed, I had taken a charm to hide my scent, before

the windows were barred, so I had to wait for the guards to move. However, even when the guards changed shift, I didn‘t manage to slip inside. I had gotten to the door but it was locked. I had heard the guards approaching, chatting quietly, and so I had slipped away before I was caught. The only other way I could think of was through the window in the guest room that looked out to the courtyard. I wasn‘t sure if that one was unguarded as it was a difficult place to get to, but I planned to find out. It took me a while to sneak past all the guards, and looking up at the window, the memory of that night returned to me and my heart thudded. Memories that were so much lighter than the ones surrounding us now. I climbed up swiftly,