Chapter Nineteen

Kade

My thundering footsteps sent all creatures, great and small, to their hiding places. Pups cowered in fear at the roar of my voice, almost seeking refuge in the high walls as I walked past them, proceeding into my office.

I couldn't keep calm, anxiety got the best of me as many thoughts flooded my mind. My last response triggered his anger and I couldn't help but think of what would be in the letter.

Only the darkest and cruelest words, filled with empty threats.

But I was prepared for it. I was ready for anything.

I was born ready.

"Alpha, what if it is a bomb letter?" Silvius broke the deafening silence that enveloped the room.

A smirk played on my lips, "Then we will die together," My eyes fell on his troubled countenance, "Isn't that what you've always wished for as a child? To die with me, your Alpha,"

"Should I get it for you instead?" His deep voice quivered, weakened with worry and fear as he proceeded to my table, where the letter laid.

I shook my head negatively,