Outcast: The Alpha King's Beloved

Jerome's POV: 

Looking into Skylar's fearful yet determined eyes, I felt like someone smashed my heart into countless tiny pieces.

My Skylar! I couldn't believe she was actually offering to face the vampire king herself.

"Skylar, I'm sorry but I can't let you do that.It's too dangerous!"

I threw my arms around her and hugged her tightly, as though I was scared she would somehow slip away from me right then and there.I couldn't bear the thought of Skylar being taken away by Aldrich, the vampire king.

Without Skylar, living in this world would have no meaning.

"Jerome, I know you feel bad for me, but think about everyone else.The whole kingdom is innocent and I don't want to stand by and watch as they suffer because of me.If my sacrifice can bring peace, then I'm willing to take my chances with Aldrich."

Skylar forced a smile, despite the tears that were rolling down her cheeks.

"Jerome, I was brought up by werewolves after all.I don't want to be selfish and betray them."

It hurt too much to look at her so I shut my eyes tight.

"I know you're right, Skylar, but I love you.I can't bear to see you sacrifice yourself like this."

Skylar stood on tiptoe and kissed me on the forehead gently.

"But Jerome, we should be willing to make sacrifices for those we love, shouldn't we? You, Jennifer, Anthony, and our friends are the most important people in my life.I don't want werewolves to suffer from the war, and I don't want to give Jennifer a hard time either."

Oh, my God! In this moment, it was as though Skylar was a goddess cursed to live on a mortal world.Her kindness was radiant, and I could tangibly feel it wash over me like a cleansing wave.

She was such a good person, and she made up her mind.

Did I have the heart to stop her out of my selfish love for her? And would she be happy if I stopped her? No, I Knew Skylar wouldn't be happy.

"Skylar, you're right.I respect your decision, but give me some time.I don't think I can handle you leaving so soon."

I took a deep breath and spoke with difficulty.

Skylar threw her arms around my neck and looked up at me with tears in her eyes.

"Jerome, thank you.You are the most considerate husband ever."

I shook my head and took Skylar's hand.

Together, we walked back to the bedroom.

"Well, let me talk to Jennifer about your decision.You just got off a roller- coaster of emotions, so you should rest now.Tell me if you need anything, okay?"

As I spoke, I tucked her into bed and planted a kiss on her cheek.

"Okay, Jerome.Thank you."

Skylar smiled sweetly.

matter what happens,

that if I spoke, I'd burst into tears.I turned around, quickly left the

been terminated, but the tap

off the tap and

hoarsely when the call

found that I didn't have the words to

happened just now.Skylar found out, didn't she?"

"Yeah."

for a while, trying to suppress the sadness in my

have a talk

it was Jennifer's turn to fall silent.She had probably guessed that this would

she murmured after a

discuss things with Anthony first.We

Anthony well.But, when it

Osman Kingdom might just

you, both of you.I'll go ahead

hearing a soft goodbye from

cake on a plate and headed upstairs.As I expected, Skylar was still wide awake.As soon as

something to help you forget about your troubles." I comforted her gently and

the cake, I told her what Jennifer

on their decision and won't act on impulse.But if

at

brave!" I looked at Skylar affectionately and gently

put the plate

sleep, my dear

hummed a song and stroked Skylar’s back gently.She closed her eyes and gradually fell

Jennifer's POV: 

Elizabeth and I

Anthony.I didn't want to take up much of his time, but he insisted

rush, honey? Take your time," Anthony teased

I smiled shamefacedly.

I have something to tell

eyebrows, and I quickly finished my sandwich.I swallowed the last of it and sighed

Skylar overheard our conversation and

can't say I'm

always been a considerate girl.I knew she wouldn't have the heart to see innocent werewolves suffer through

shook my head and pursed my

there for us, it's too risky.I hope we can come

totally understand where you're coming from, Jennifer, and don't worry.I won't let Skylar face the vampire king alone unless absolutely necessary.I'll ask my men to continue gleaning information from the vampires and discuss with the elders

I nodded.