Georgina Sinclair's POV:I didn't feel at ease after Ryan left the grounds. Even though Marius had protected and kept me close, I could feel a storm brewing inside of him.Marius' hand briefly touched the small of my back after we got back to the mansion. Then he jerked it off and straightened his back. His sharp eyes briefly locked with mine."Excuse me." Marius said and ascended the stairs without another word."Marius—""You can eat first. Let's talk again later."Seeing him leave made my heart tighten. I also realized that I couldn't abandon him in this way. So I quietly sighed and pushed my chair back. Then I followed him upstairs.I reached his door and gently knocked."Marius?" I softly called. "It's me."There was a pause before his deep voice answered. It was firm but distant. "I'm fine, Georgina. Go back downstairs. Finish your meal."I bit my lip. Maybe he was just trying not to make me worry but keeping me on arm's length while he was fixing his problem. But I didn't like
Georgina Sinclair's POV:The dining table was covered in warm sunlight. Marius had insisted on making our lunch with Lydia today, saying he was already getting better at cooking. I had been laughing softly at one of his dry remarks and enjoying the rare moment of peace. But all of a sudden, the sharp edge of a voice tore through the air from outside.The laughter died on my lips instantly. My fork hovered mid-air as the sound grew clearer and angrier. It was a voice I knew far too well.Ryan.Across from me, Marius stilled. His emerald eyes narrowed into sharp points of steel. The playful warmth of a moment ago vanished and replaced by a dangerous stillness. I could feel his wolf was bristling. Even Lira was growling inside me.Soon, the door to the dining hall opened and one of the Betas hurried in and bowing his head. "Alpha Marius." the Beta respectfully said. "Alpha Ryan was outside the gates. He keeps shouting and demanding to see Lady Georgina."Marius let out a low scoff. Bu
Georgina Sinclair's POV:My mood had improved because of the fresh bouquet in my arms. But the gravity of Ver's message still persisted in my mind. Marius was watching me closely. His emerald eyes were carrying that mixture of calm strength and sharpness that always disarmed me. When I let out another long sigh, that was when Marius leaned closer and brushing a strand of hair from my cheek."Georgina." he murmured. "I will keep you safe. You don't need to carry this problem alone."His words wrapped around me like a shield. But I found myself shaking my head. "I have a pack to protect. They're mine. They depend on me. I can't just—""We." Marius cut in firmly.I blinked my eyes in surprise. "We?" I asked."Yes." Marius said without hesitation. "Your pack is ours to protect now. I won't let you stand alone while chaos brews in River Moon Pack."I wanted to argue. But his gaze on me made my protests falter before they could be uttered."I will assign my most trusted Beta warriors to
Georgina Sinclair's POV:The sun was shining through Marius's tall curtains in his guest room when I woke up. With a moan, I turned over and looked at the fragile clock on the side table. It was already noon.After I got up from my bed and changed my clothes, I go downstairs where Lydia was already waiting for me."Good morning, dear." she warmly said although the sun was far past morning. "You must've been very tired."Her motherly tone disarmed me and I offered a sheepish smile. "I suppose I was."Lydia had already prepared a simple brunch for me. She urged me to sit on the chair as she asked a maid to prepare a freshly pot of tea for me."Alpha Marius left early." Lydia explained as she put a plate in front of me. "He did not say where he was going. But Alpha Marius said he had something to buy. He also made sure I knew not to wake you and said you deserved to sleep after everything last night."Her words sent a strange warmth through me. Marius had noticed my exhaustion and cared
Georgina Sinclair's POV:The mood shifted when the healer eventually appeared. Danica lay on the floor and writhing while gripping her stomach. Her cries echoed throughout the room.The healer knelt next to her and covered Danica's stomach with her palms while whispering something calming. I saw the healer's expression tightening as her hands on her stomach.After a long pause, her voice came out heavy and urgent."She is going into premature labor."The Old Council gasped softly among themselves while exchanging startled glances. Premature births were dangerous enough in our world. But in the case of an Alpha's mate? It could spiral into chaos especially if the child was as important as whispers claimed.The healer pressed again in a sharper voice this time."Lady Danica must be moved at once. This place is not safe for her or the child. We need a warm and clean room."Ryan didn't think twice. He pulled Danica into his arms even though he was still sweating from his battle with Alpha
Georgina Sinclair's POV:My eyes stayed fixed on the stage and on how Alpha Ken's grip tightened on Danica’s jaw and forcing her head upward. Her hands pushing weakly at his wrist but it was no use. His strength was leagues above hers."A-Alpha Ryan, p-please help me!" Danica cried in desperation.Soon, Ryan did step forward. But the moment his hand reached for Alpha Ken's shoulder, another deep warning growl rumbled from the other Alpha's chest. The sound shook the air enough to silence a whole room in an instant. Danica's eyes darted between them before her panic setting in. "I-I didn't do it! H-He's lying!" she insisted while looking at Ryan. "Please help me!"But Alpha Ken wasn't having any of it. He leaned closer while glaring at her. "Where is the treasure you stole, Danica? Tell me before I rip the truth out of you myself!"Her lips trembled. "I-I really don't know!"Ryan finally made his move then. His hand tightened its grip on Alpha Ken's shoulder while trying to wrench h