Outcast: The Alpha King's Beloved

Jennifer's POV: 

Nights in the royal palace were always very quiet.Although I had been living here for a while now, I still couldn't get used to the silence.Maybe more so now because Anthony was so busy these days.

Fortunately, just as I was about to pick up a book I had already read twice, Anthony came back.

"Sorry to have kept you waiting, honey."

The door swung open and Anthony strode into the room with an apologetic look.I quickly stood up from the sofa to receive him.

Smiling at him warmly, I figured that what he needed most right now was rest and good company.

After all, he had spent the whole day working.

"No need to get up, honey."

Seeing me stand up, Anthony walked over and gently nudged me to sit down again.

Then he sat next to me and smiled gently.

"Tell me, how was your day? I'm sorry I haven't been able to spend time with you lately.I've been so busy with the issue of vampires invading our territory.If ever you get bored, why not go shopping or eat at a nice restaurant with Mom?"

I smiled and shook my head.

"It's okay, Anthony.I understand that you're busy.Today, ! held a remote meeting with Tony and Simon.We dealt with the pack's affairs together.Otherwise, I haven't done much, other than read some books."

Then, I cleared my throat in preparation to talk about the most pressing matter of the day.

"By the way, Anthony, Skylar called me a while ago.She found out about her origin."

Anthony looked at me attentively and took my hand.

"Did something happen?"

"Nothing serious.Do you remember the vampire Skylar met, the one I talked about before? He recognized the hexagram mark on Skylar's wrist and explained that she is the vampire king's daughter."

As I spoke, I carefully observed Anthony's reaction.

Sure enough, his eyes went as wide as saucers—the same expression I had when I heard the news.

Amused, I couldn't help but cover my mouth and snicker.

Then, I regained my composure and looked at him expectantly, intending to listen to his opinion.

Anthony scratched his chin pensively.

had figured that Skylar was probably

I nodded in agreement.

know.I can't believe it either, Anthony.I was shocked when I first heard it.But it's true.Skylar's the daughter of the vampire king and a she-wolf.Her vampire friend, Thomas, was actually hoping that Skylar would come back with him to meet the vampire king, Aldrich.Skylar refused though.She said she just wanted to live a

Anthony sighed.

don't think it will be that simple.Once her identity is exposed, her relationship

my head and

know them.No matter what happens, they'll definitely choose each other above all.After all, they've gone through a lot of pain and suffering already.I believe they'll get through this one

and stroked my hair

"You're right, honey."

Anthony's arm and said, "I've been wanting to

Anthony sighed gloomily.

sorry that work has been really hectic.Can we go sometime after the problem's been

to Anthony's

about to give birth, and I need to be there

"Alright, alright." Anthony acquiesced.

mind, and he couldn't say no to

go ahead if you want, but I'll have some bodyguards accompany you.I can make the necessary

I nodded eagerly.

You're the best,

smiled and kissed me

"You naughty girl."

out my index finger and drew circles on Anthony's

recently? When is

his

anything yet.Maybe he's still recovering from his

about the poor Daniel and his deceased father,I couldn't help but

heart went out

really important to

"Don't worry, Jennifer.I will."

Anthony hugged me reassuringly.

we lapsed into

thought about how busy Anthony was

another war? What did the vampires do exactly? Was anyone

my

unless it's absolutely necessary.I've been trying to reach out to the vampire king to negotiate, but so far, he has refused to contact me.The recent attacks didn't cause massive casualties, but they're provoking

I clutched his arm

be? Can't

also want peace," Anthony

if the vampires end up launching an all-out attack, we can't show any weakness.If there

nearly stopped

"No!"