Chapter 52
Chapter 55
Deckard
We visited the family and pack of the Alpha who had been killed during the Apes, Carcle ceremony hrst. It is a tragedy, an event meant to be a velebestion, turned in a bloodbath and mourning. Teant bring back the dead, but I offered my condolences, hoping it would bring even a shred of wonton to the grieving
Anusa, rver so kust, spoke to the family with wonds of solace and presented gitis beyond what I had prepared. She treated them as though they are
slow tamily of her boo
his clear to me the commands respect effortless, watching her, I couldn’t help but admire the way everyone adored her. It’s natural for her.
When we returned to the castle, the news hadn’t reached yet. We’d managed to keep it under control, but I knew it was only a matter of time before the whispers began, so i have to let them know.
The attack on Amica ean, me up, driving me to the edge each time I think about it. What do these bastards want?
to
Why did they suddenly come bor my mate! One thing was certain though–whoever was behind this would regret it. I would ensure that
To address the gravity of the situation, I called a meeting with the elders of my pack had it all out for them, so let them know the intensity of the attacks. “The I una mast be protected at all costs,” 1 declared. “It now falls on every member of this pack to ensure her safety”
Once the meeting conchaded and the elders began to leave, Mary approached me as I was leaving the hall.
“Well, if I didn’t know you better. I’d say you’ve drifted from our original plan,” she said.
I stopped, turned to face her, and replied evenly. “Tid prefer it if you spoke plainly instead of dancing around in parables”
Her smirk deepened.
“Deck, we planned to kick Amica out as soon as the opportunity came, but all you’ve done since she arrived is protect her Mary rants
“And what exactly am I supposed to do? Not protect her?Let her die!” I say, my patience already wearing thin.
“No, my Alpha But don’t you find it strange that all of this is happening only after she got here? Why would those degenerate rogues attack, and worse, at the Apex Circle of all places! This has never happened before her arrival. Don’t you think she might have something to do with it p>
I sighed deeply, with exhaustion. “If she truly has something to do with it, we’ll investigate, and the truth will come out. But 1 doubt she’s involved”
“Oh, so now you suddenly trust her!” she snapped,
“I don’t have time for this, Mary,” I said firmly, making in clear that I was done entertaining her baseless accusations,
Her face flushed red with anger. “Deck, you’re changing toward me. Where do I stand now p>
I could feel her eyes beginning to water. Not wanting to create a scene, 1 grabbed her arm and pulled her into a quiet room nearby. Closing behind us. I used to face her.
“Enough, Mary,” I said, my tone low. What is wrong now?” I asked, trying my best to sound calm despite the tension
“You know what’s wrong,” she shot back, her voice cracking as if she were on the verge of trans. “You’ve completely tossed me aside for her p>
the door
know the stuation. I’m the Alpha–1
1 cupped her face gently in my hands, leaning closer. “Mary, I know I’ve been busy these past weeks, but you know have responsibilities, duties that can’t wait. I miss you, and you know that p>
Her eyes glistened with frustration. “How? I don’t see it, and you never show it,” she said, wrapping her arms around me. “Even your body doesn’t respond to mine anymore p>
“So, because of that one time?” I asked, sighing
“Well, it’s never happened before.” she muttered, her voice burdens with longing
I sighed again but leaned in, planting a firm kiss on her lips. Her lips trembled with hunger, a soft moan escaping as she melted into the keys
I placed my hands on her hips, my fingers browsing her soft curves as she wrapped her arms around my neck to pull me closer. “Oh, baby, I missed you the whispered, her voice trembling with longing.
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around my waist as I carried her to the table. I laid her down, leaning over her, ready to
y to show her that I was
Llift les effortlessly, her legs wrapping around i still the man she remembered
Our kisses deepened, her hands moving with urgency. She unzipped my pants, reaching inside to grasp me, Slowly,
The done creaked open.
I turned my head sharply, catching sight of Bria standing in the doorway, her face pale with embarrassment.
sorry, my Alphat” she stammered before hautily shutting the door behind her.
“What the bell, Bria!” I growled,
“Don’t let her get to you, baby,” Mary cool, her hands already sliding back to me. She spread her legs again, urging me to continue. “Forget about
But for me, the mood is entirely ruined. I sighed heavily, kissing her solily on the lips before stepping back and zipping my pants.
What’s wrong” Mary asked, her voice a mix of surprise and irritation
“I need to go out. We can continue this later.” I replied, straightening my clothes.
“Why can’t we continue now?” she pressed, her tone rising slightly.
“Bris just walked in on us! How can I continue after seeing her wrinkled face?” I shot back, shaking my head in exasperation.
Mary let out a small laugh, though it lackel humor. “Oh, you’re right, babe. That old witch! Fine, we’ll meet up later. Can I spend the night with you
I hesitated, knowing my answer wouldn’t sit well with her. “Amica just went through a traumatic experience. Leaving her by herself isn’t wise. But you can stay around, and when I lave free time, I’ll come see you p>
Her face fell slightly.
“Amica, Arnica, Amical” she muttered under her breath before rolling her eyes. “But yeah, it’s fine, I’ll take what I can get p>
She retired reluctantly.
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