Chapter 89

Chloe's POV

As we reached the training grounds a quiet fell across everyone standing around as they parted to let Alaric through.

Once we all reached the center, everyone bowing to show respect to their King.

Sad faces all around us, you can see who was here under my father's rule before by their expressions towards Alaric.

Lucas's pack showed respect but the fear the others held in their eyes wasn't evident in theirs.

As we all gathered, so much tension in the air, but everyone was speaking quietly to one another, hushed whispers everywhere.

Sitting down on the side where I'd sit to watch the young groups learning to fight, I'd bring the babies out to enjoy the sun while I wished I was there training along side them again.

Ric was talking to Cole, Finn, and Claire as we awaited King Lucien to get here.

Damon went to escort him from the border, but I haven't heard from him or from Austen.

My heart was racing, I feel as if I'm in a constant state of anxiety attacks but I keep pushing i