Chapter 4

Chapter 4

PIPER

I didn't know how long I slept, but a soft feminine voice woke me up. A beautiful silver-eyed lady was staring back at me, her features were heavenly, a beauty out of this world, the gentle smile tugging at her lips, made her look even more beautiful.

“You’re awake, Princess Faye?” She said, settling on a chair, I didn't notice was close to my bed.

“Yeah,” I said, sitting upright. Who are you?” I asked, unable to hold back my curiosity.

“I am Kaela, the pack's healer. I came to check your wounds, but you were asleep so I decided to wait.” She explained in the most soothing voice I had ever heard.

“How long did you have to wait?” I asked, searching for the clock,but caught how dark it was from the window.

“Not that long.” She responded, reaching down,she pulled up a brown bag, “It's time I attend to your wounds. I heard you had a great fall, do you still feel pain?”

“No…I mean, yes.” I nodded, “Yes I feel pain.”

Everyone believes Princess Faye is in pain because that rude woman, Remi, pushed her down the stairs. I can't let anyone find out who I truly am, not until I find out what is really going around here. Especially with the plans Flynn has for this pack.

I still couldn't believe he is here in Alpha Sage’s pack, but if he truly left with my best friend, Sarah. Then where is she?

“Princess Faye.” Hearing that name made me frown.

“Can you not call me that?”

Kaela’s eyes widened for a split second. “Are you sure Princess? It is your title until your wedding to the Alpha. I really cannot disrespect the future Luna of my pack.”

I rolled my eyes, *I am not your fucking Luna.* I wish I could say that to her face, but it wasn't ideal.

“Just call me Faye.”

“But…”

“Do not disrespect me by waving off my instructions, call me Faye, for as long as I remain unmarried to the Alpha.”

Kaela nodded, though I could see the discomfort in her eyes. I just needed to feel like me again, even if it's for a few hours.

“You can call me Faye in private,” I said and she looked at me, her lips stretching into a small smile.

“Thank you, prin…Faye.”

I let out a sigh and relaxed, watching her take out all her herbal ingredients and mix what looked like a concoction.

A few minutes in, a silly question popped into my mind, and my mouth blurted it out without a second thought.

“Is the Alpha always grumpy?” Kaela's eyes widened for the second time in twenty minutes.

“We do not speak about Alpha Sage in that tone, prin…Faye. We do not like to include him in conversations because the walls have heard. Alpha Sage is suspicious of everyone; he trusts no one but his Beta. After what happened ten years ago.”

“Ten years ago? What happened?” I couldn't help but ask.

Kaela shook her head, “I am sorry prin…Faye, but we are forbidden to speak of the Alpha’s tragedy.” She pulled the concoction to my mouth. “Go ahead and drink it.”

I stared at the darkish green substance and shook my head. “I think I will pass.” Kaela shoved the cup closer to my mouth, urging me to drink.

I reluctantly took the cup from her and downed the contents. The sharp, bitter, and tart taste made me almost puke, but I held back the urge and swallowed.

Kaela smiled satisfactorily, “Good. Now you have to get some more rest. I will ask the maids to fetch you dinner. By tomorrow you will be feeling better.”

“You are leaving already?” I found myself asking, I had forgotten what it felt like to have someone to talk to, and just a few minutes in I didn't want her leaving me alone in this large room or new life.

“Yes, p…Faye, but I will drop by tomorrow to check on you.”

“Oh… urm, thank you.”

“I will see you tomorrow princess.” Kaela packed up and left.

I was alone with my thoughts for thirty minutes straight, but then the door opened and I expected to see the maids bringing my supposed meal. Rather, it was Alpha Sage's Beta.

Kaius!

“What are you…”

“Did you say anything to him?” He asked after shutting the door behind him. Practically locking us both inside this room, which doesn't sound good for the position I am supposed to hold.

I got out of my bed, "You shouldn't be here.” I said walking towards the door, but a large and strong hand grabbed my wrist.

“What the hell?” I muttered under my breath as Kaius pulled me back to face him. I was just an inch away from colliding into his rock-hard-looking chest.

Nara stirred in my head, purring as the bond took effect. My heart raced under his piercing gaze, my stomach rumbled not from hunger, but butterflies.

Why is this happening to me? It feels so wrong, yet so right. Kaius must have felt the same way, because his gaze softened and his hand slowly left my wrist to my waist.

“Gorgeous.” He whispered so low that if I weren't a werewolf, I would never have heard it.

“What…” the word escaped my mouth, even when I didn't want it to. And that gesture ruined the moment.

Kaius stepped back as if I burned him, “This must remain a secret. This bond.” His voice went back to being bold and cold.

“I had no plans of telling anyone, you coming in here could be the bigger issue.”, I retorted, matching his energy. Kaius rolled his eyes and stormed out of my room without another word.

I crashed on my bed, resting my hand on my beating chest.

*Oh Goddess, please help me. I really don't understand what's going on.*

Another knock on the door, and my heart jumped in my chest. Kaius can't be back again? It's probably the maids.

“Come in,” I said, and the door opened, revealing a maid; she had a platter in her hand. She dropped it on the reading table next to the window, then she took something from it, an envelope, and came to me, presenting it.

“This came in for you Princess Faye.”

I took the letter from her, “Who sent it?”

“An identity wasn't disclosed, Princess, I am sorry.”

“It's fine.” I dismissed her. As soon as she left, I opened the envelope and took out the white paper inside.

It was a letter, from the rude woman, Remi. I opened it and a short instruction was written on it.

*SEDUCE THE ALPHA AND BREED AN HEIR, OR COUNT YOUR DAYS ON EARTH.*

“What?!” I exclaimed, perplexed.