Chapter 34
The Betrayed Princess Rising
Chapter 34
Lylah’s POV
Finished
After breakfast, I handed Alpha Ezra one of the photos we’d taken at City Hall yesterday. I hope that it might soften the strain between him and his grandfather, if only a little.
I found him reclining in the living room, his long legs stretched out, Bambi stationed obediently before him like a loyal sentinel.
‘Ezra,” I said, steadying myself. “I’m going to City Hall today to finish processing my transfer documents p>
He turned his head slightly in my direction, his posture relaxed but attentive. “Alright. Bambi,” he called.
‘Yes, Daddy p>
‘Call Damon. Tell him to be here in five minutes. Immediately p>
Without hesitation, Bambi whirred away to carry out the command.
I frowned. “I don’t think that’s necessary. I can go on my own p>
It felt wrong to trouble him over something so trivial.
‘Are you sure?” Ezra said calmly. “The transfer procedures here aren’t the same as Blackfang’s. And you don’t know the wolves in Lunaris yet. You’ll be uncomfortable, like yesterday p>
There was no mockery in his voice, no judgment. And yet heat crept up my cheeks all the same.
‘Alright, Ezra p>
Still, I made a quiet vow to myself. I would learn the customs here. Learn the paths, the faces, the inspoken rules of this land,
Five minutes later, Damon drove me toward Lunaris City Hall, a short distance from the residence. The moment the car door opened, I froze.
‘Welcome, Luna! We’re honored to have you again p>
Is there anything I can assist you with, Luna p>
“She’s here to finalize her document transfer–how could you forget p>
So many voices. So many smiles. The staff greeted me with radiant expressions and bowed heads. Their warmth felt genuine but unfamiliar. I wasn’t used to being treated as someone… revered.
They ushered me inside, guiding me through the halls as the process began.
Damon stayed close, explaining procedures in a low voice, his presence grounding me. Alpha Ezra had been right. I was still learning how to stand firmly in a new territory,
My records from Blackfang arrived almost instantly. Thanks to Ezra’s reach, the transfer was swift.
1:20 pm
Chapter 34
*Finished
When we stepped back outside, I turned to Damon. “Thank you for helping me p>
“You don’t need to thank me, Luna. It’s my duty p>
I hesitated, then stopped walking. “There’s something I want to ask about my mate.” I met his gaze. “And don’t try to hide anything. As Alpha Ezra’s mate in the law’s eyes, I have the right to know p>
Damon studied me for a moment before nodding. “Very well, if you really wish to understand p>
“Since we arrived, the wolves of Lunaris have treated us with immense respect.” I said slowly, “Is it only because of Alpha Ezra’s power? And how has his identity remained hidden from other Packs p>
“It isn’t solely because he is the Alpha of Moonclaw,” Damon replied. “Alpha Ezra is respected here for who he is—his mind, his innovations, his mastery over technology. His skills as a tech engineer have transformed this region. The elders and influential figures of Lunaris have honored him long before you arrived p>
My breath caught.
centuries.
“And as for his anonymity,” Damon continued, “the bond between Moonclaw and Lunaris spans Since his ascension, Alpha Ezra has strengthened Lunaris through security, infrastructure, and financial support. He elevated this land without demanding submission p>
So that was it.
Lunaris existed outside the rule of any Pack. Their obedience was not forged by fear of Moonclaw’s power, but by obligation and gratitude. Respect freely given, not enforced.
“They ensure Alpha Ezra’s true identity remains hidden, so the other Packs know him only as Riven,” Damon added quietly.
One final question burned in my chest.
“Then … when did Alpha Ezra’s vision become impaired p>
Damon’s expression darkened, just slightly.
“…Only a few months ago p>
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