Cassidy reports

Cassidy was pleased with what Kael had said, but Lucian and Damien’s words left her deeply unsettled. A cunning, deceitful idea flashed through her mind, which was to report them. But first, she needed to keep spying on the Alphas.

‘I wonder who I should spy on first. Since Damien and Lucian are still together, maybe I should start with Kael. But first, I think I’ll take Emily with me.’

Cassidy reasoned this as she went to look for Emily.

‘Now where the heck am I going to find her? I think I should check my room where I left her. Maybe she’ll still be there.’

“Good morning, ma’am,” a group of maids greeted, but Cassidy didn’t respond. Her mind was elsewhere.

When she reached her room, she found Emily laughing on the phone with someone Cassidy didn’t recognize. Cassidy narrowed her eyes, watching longer than usual. Judging by Emily’s tone, her words, and the way she twirled her hair, it seemed she was speaking to a man.

After what felt like hours, the call ended.

“Who was that, making you all smiley and full of laughter?” Cassidy asked, planting her hands on her hips, one foot tapping against the floor.

“It’s the Silverfang Alpha,” Emily replied, a shy blush coloring her face as she curled her hair around her fingers.

“So now you’re interested in him?” Cassidy asked, brows arching.

“Not really,” Emily replied. “But he’s so handsome, powerful, and well-built. And he hasn’t found his mate yet. You could get your shot with him instead of the Alphas.”

“You know I’ve only ever had feelings for the Alphas of our pack, no one else. I’m not interested in him, even if he is attractive and powerful,” Cassidy replied coldly.

“Okay, girl, that means I can try my luck with the Alpha of Silverfang,” Emily said with a satisfied smile.

“Whatever,” Cassidy muttered, rolling her eyes.

“Can I ask you a question?” Emily said.

“Yes, only if it’s relevant.”

“What if you find your mate? Will you still chase the Alphas or not?” Emily folded her arms, waiting.

“Yes. I’ll still chase them,” Cassidy replied without hesitation.

“You should know the mate bond is strong,” Emily warned.

“I’m aware, and I still choose the Alphas.”

“Damn, girl, you’re full of surprises.” Emily shook her head.

“Whatever. Anyways, we’ll be spying on the Alphas,” Cassidy said.

“Why?” Emily frowned.

“So we can gather some information and report it to their father.”

“Okay. So who are we spying on first, or will you wait until they’re together?”

“We’ll be spying on Kael. I find his new behavior a little suspicious.”

“Why do you find it suspicious?” Emily asked, her curiosity rising.

“Well, he suddenly claims he’s moved on from his mate, and he barely talks to his brothers anymore.”

“Why?” Emily pressed, irritating Cassidy with the endless questions.

“Ugh, you ask too many questions. But fine—I’ll answer. His brothers disagreed with his decision, and that’s why.”

“If that’s the case, let’s go quickly,” Emily urged.

“Yeah, we should get going.” Cassidy grabbed her hand and pulled her along.

Emily yanked her hand back and walked beside her instead. “There was no need to drag me.”

“You didn’t seem like you were going to move,” Cassidy said.

“I was going to, if you asked,” Emily muttered.

“Whatever.” Cassidy cut the argument short before it went on.

The rest of their search for Kael was silent.

“See him there,” Emily whispered, pointing him out.

“Good,” Cassidy replied, and they hid in a quiet corner of the hall where few people passed.

Kael, however, sensed eyes on him. Instead of going into Beta Aldric’s study as he had first intended, he diverted and entered his father’s study across the hall.

Cassidy and Emily exchanged a look of surprise. They quickly moved closer and pressed against the door to listen.

“Good morning, Father,” Kael greeted respectfully.

“Good morning, my son. What brings you here?”

“Well, I came to greet you and also apologize for what I did earlier,” Kael said, his tone smooth, meant to gain his father’s trust.

“So, what changed your mind?” Magnus asked, surprise flickering in his eyes.

“Well, I realized she used us for her selfish benefit and left when she was given money. I see your point now…why mating with a low rank is dangerous. Their only aim is to use us.” Kael delivered the lie flawlessly, even though the question had caught him off guard.

He paused, watching his father’s face carefully before continuing. “Dad, I’m really sorry for disobeying you. I hope you can forgive me, even though I know it won’t be easy.” His eyes burned red as memories of his nightmares collided with the cold, stern look on Magnus’s face.

Magnus searched his son’s expression and saw nothing but sincerity. “You are forgiven. But your brothers aren’t.”

“Thank you, Father. I promise I’ll never do such a thing again.”

Kael bowed his head slightly and left, his mask of obedience perfectly in place.

From the shadows, Cassidy and Emily stepped back, eyes wide.

“It’s true,” Cassidy whispered. “Kael has turned against them.”

Satisfied, they hurried back to the corner they had hidden in before.

“You may leave,” Magnus’s voice carried from within, and Kael walked away down the hall.

Moments later, Cassidy knocked.

“Who is there?” Magnus demanded.

“It’s Cassidy,” she answered quickly.

“You may come in.”

Cassidy opened the door for both her and Emily to enter.

“Good morning, sir,” they said in unison.

“What brings you here?” Magnus asked coolly.

“Sir, I overheard Damien and Lucian planning to search for the Omega,” Cassidy said.

“Thank you for the information. You may leave.”

They bowed their heads slightly and left the study.

As they walked side by side, Cassidy’s lips curled into a sinister smile. 'Soon it shall happen,' she thought to herself, but Emily didn’t notice the glint in her eyes.