The Other Girl

~ Lucian ~

As Alicia raised her face, I couldn't help but notice anger growing behind her expressionless face. Her voice, though, was loud and clear this time. "You asked me, Lycan!"

I raised an eyebrow, intrigued by the sudden change in her tone. Her stubbornness didn't go unnoticed. Leaning forward slightly, I allowed myself a small smile. "That's better," I remarked, my tone smug. "I asked Rein to bring you here because there's something you need to understand during your time in the palace."

I watched her closely as I continued, enjoying the mix of emotions that flashed across her features. "You were brought here as a maid, and whether by choice or circumstance, it's your duty to respect the head of the werewolves, and all the members of this palace. You owe respect to the Lycan. It's a privilege to stand before me."

Pausing for a moment, I let the weight of my words settle in the room. "However," I added, my tone firm, "You should consider yourself lucky today. The Lycan's mood se