CHAPTER 17

Ember

I watched the hunky figure of Damon get dressed and headed out of the room. I watched his retreating figure open the door handle. As he opened the door handle, a little glimmer hope crept into my mind that he will look back towards me before heading out. 

“Turn around…pls” I whispered quietly to myself, My breath was caught in my throat. However, he marched out of the room without glancing back at me. He shut the door behind him with brute force that it made a thunderous sound that echoed in my sad heart. 

My eyes welled up in tears as it flowed down my cheeks effortlessly. Moments later, I snapped out of my daze and rushed out of the bed to wear a full- length purple gown. I regained myself and re-called Damon saying he has a meeting with my father. “What does Daddy want to discuss with the Alpha so urgently?’ I pondered to myself. 

I remember venting to him on the tension between Damon and I went I last visited him at our family estate, although I wasn’t expecting him to meet with the Alpha. He always spoilt me with lavished gifts and luxurious items. He devoted his time and resources towards me and will not spare anyone who upsets me. I was his little ‘princess’ as he always called me since infancy.

I tip-toed to the palace corner close to the throne room. It was forbidden to listen on the private meeting of the Alpha, but my curiosity got the best of me as I tried to listen keenly to their covert meeting while remaining invincible.

They spoke in low-tones but  I managed to hear the main bit of their conversation. “Aurora is still alive?” I mumbled to myself. Upon realizing I spoke out loud, I used one of my hands to cover my mouth. 

They paused to look around to see if anyone was anywhere close to them, but I found a place to hide quietly. After it appeared they have concluded their meeting, I slowly returned back to our inner chambers. I gently closed the door and stood leaning on it behind me. A wave of confusion washed over me. “ How did Aurora escape from Natasha’s henchmen? I thought they were the best? Will anyone suspect it was me and seek justice? These were all the questions that went through my mind. If Alpha Darius should track the incident back to me, this could be breakout into an all-out aggression. The Silverfang pack are one of the strongest packs in the region. The last thing I want to do now is escalate the frosty relations between both Alphas. 

With that thought in mind, I stepped to find my partner-in-crime Natasha. “Get me Natasha right now..” I ordered one of my personal bodyguards. The she-wolves was startled, but she quickly swung into action and rushed out to get her. Before she reached outside, Natasha walked into the chambers.

“Greetings my Luna…I was patrolling the corridors and heard you looking for me. How may I serve you? Natasha asked in a respectable manner. I took a deep sigh as I glanced at me intently.

“I just heard some unsettling news that Aurora is still alive” I replied in a sharp voice. Natasha gasped in awe as her eyes widened in disbelief.

“That’s impossible. I hired the most dangerous rogue on this assignment. They never failed me up till the moment.” Natasha replied in conviction. I shot a glare doubting her competent her agents were. She shuddered after meeting my dark gaze but she regained herself quickly.

“I can’t believe that worthless omega is still alive. I will handle this personally..” Natasha said while attempting to leave. I signed her to halt.

“Wait! right now the best thing is to distance ourselves away from that failed attempt. How sure are you it can’t be traced back to us?” I asked with a concerned look on my face. Her demeanor softened as she gazed at me.

“No my Luna, I took all precautionary steps to make sure that doesn't happen. I used rogues who had no connection to our pack to find her. So, even if they were found before completing the assignment, they have no direct link to me or anyone here in the palace. They are expendable.”  Natasha replied with an aura of confidence. “I wish I had that much faith in those like you do.” I replied her in a serious tone, she nodded quickly in affirmation. “Find someone who will keep track of that vixen Aurora. I want to know her every move.” I gestured for Natasha to depart. 

“Yes my Luna, I will arrange it immediately. This failure wont repeat itself again.” She said as she left for the exit. I moved to the bedroom and slumped on the bed.

“It appears I still haven’t taken cared of Aurora problem. I have to find a way to resolve it permanently with a more drastic approach.” I mumbled to myself.

“Next time Aurora, you will have no one to help you out. You pathetic omega.” I thought to myself. I had a broad smile on my face as I kept thinking of various ways to get my revenge on Aurora for making me beg for Damon’ attention even after many months on her departure.

Suddenly, out of the bloom a bright idea crept into my mind. My smile was from ear-ear fantasizng how sweet my new revenge plan is for Aurora.

“No way out for you this time, you useless maid!” I clenched my fists while lying down on the soft king mattress. It was big enough for three people to sleep comfortably on without any inconvenience.