CHAPTER 21

Darius

Knock! Knock!

I could hear a sharp knock on the thick mahogany doors. It was soft yet assertive. My wolf grunted in annoyance at the sudden interruption. Time stood still as Aurora and I connected in a deeper level. I held her arms in a feeble act to pull her slightly away from me.  I signaled her to kindly give me a minute to discard whoever it was.

“What is it?!” I sneered at the direction of the knock. I could hear their heartbeat pacing rapidly as they hurried to reply.

“My… apologies Alpha, I have urgent report that needs your approval.” I recognized the calm voice of Cameron, my beta. He knew very well not to disturb me especially when I’m in my private chambers.

I remained silent for a few seconds. “Maybe he will go away, if I don’t answer.” I mumbled quietly to myself. The whole room became awkward as Aurora gently smiled at me.

“I think you should atleast find out what it’s about? I’m sure cameron  has a valid excuse to look for you now.” Aurora slightly adjusted her dress, she gently tilted her head back as I walked to the door.

Just as she was almost done re-arranging the length of her gown, a scar was clearly visible on her collarbone. It was almost glowing. Immediately, it caught my attention. I stared for a few seconds, before Aurora caught me staring at it deeply. She held the helm of her dress feeling shy. She averted her gaze as soon as she met mine, which made me uncomfortable.

“Cough..come in!” I yelled out. The doors opened gradually, revealing him in a tailored gray suit. He wore leather shoes which made him stand-out and elegant. He always looked sophisticated in his high-end clothings. He slowly opened the door with his head looking down to the floor.  

I curved my lips as I understood his demeanor. I knew he was scared to see us in a comprising situation. “What do you want cameron?”I asked in a sharp tone. My wolf was already restless and anxious as what will be so urgent that my beta had to rush over.

“My Alpha, the task you gave me to uncover the burly men who chased aurora…” Cameron finally looked up to meet my gaze. His eyes widened as her met Aurora in my chambers.

Aurora gently arranged a string of hair danging on her cheekbones as she politely excused her out of my room.

“ Goodnight Beta Cameron.” Aurora greeted as she hurriedly walked past him. He slightly nodded his head to acknowledge her. Aurora rushed out without even looking at me. Luckily, with my peripheral vision I saw her face all blushed in red as she headed out.

She closed the door behind her, leaving just me alone with Cameron. He had a cheeky smile on his face, but he quickly snapped himself back feeling guilty for interruption.

“Pls forgive my intrusion Alpha, I didn’t know you were…busy.” He said in a hoarse voice.He averted his gaze as I shot him a glare.

“ Why are you here, Cameron?” I asked with an impatient voice. My wolf grunted ready to lunge at him if he delayed his response any further.

“My apologies Alpha, you said I should report you on any update concerning the burly men who trapped Aurora immediately I hear anything.” He replied back. Suddenly, my wolf was more interested on what he had to say. I gestured for him to continue with the report.

“For now the true purpose of the men who followed her aren’t clearly known. But, they were high-end soldiers for hire. Their client must be very rich to acquire their services. So far, there has been unrest at the border as the warriors believe another pack are trying to move towards us. For now, they are concealing themselves very well.”

I let out a deep sigh, there have always been moves from other packs to get control of our territory as we stood on vast acres of land and natural resources. Yet, no one has ever been this brazen to make such a bold step to chase someone close to me.

“Not even Damon will think of doing such a thing. He knows the consequences of breaking the truce.” I thought to myself. I snapped back to reality as I met Cameron’s puzzled face.

“Let the warriors strengthen the borders and stay vigilant. I promised Aurora she would be safe. I intend to keep that promise.” I said to him with conviction. I clenched my fists to the thought that there was still someone who intends of making Aurora disappear while she settles into my kingdom.

Cameron nodded in agreement and moved swiftly out of the room. Moments after he left, my thoughts were back to the mark I saw on Aurora’s collarbone. It looked familiar yet mysterious. “I feel I have seen it somewhwere before.” I pondered to myself as I tried to recollect where I saw it.