CHAPTER 8

Darius

The clouds were gloomy, scattered all over the sky, dark-ish. It didn’t help improve my mood as I stepped out of the palace. The palace servants and guards greeted me on my way out with respect and courtesy.

“Good morning, our Alpha, may your reign be long and prosperous.” They all said, slightly bowing to me in sync. I reluctantly nodded my head in approval as I strode out. I caught the gaze of my beta, Cameron, who had a troubled facial expression. It’s like he could read my thoughts, no matter how much I try to hide them, which I found upsetting. I hissed as I walked passed him hurriedly.

He immediately followed me closely behind and remained silent till we were in the open, away from prying eyes. After he checked around, making sure no one could hear us, he leaned close to me.

“My Alpha what’s troubling you? You seem to be moody after you came out of your chambers.” Cameron asked with a befuddled look. His tone sounded sincere, but I could tell he was only fishing for information. Not wanting to disclose any details, I immediately spat.

“Everything is fine, no need to worry,” I replied in a serious tone. I let out a ‘hmph’ expression as I continued walking. He continued to tiptoe behind till I eventually stopped.

“What is it, Cameron?” I snapped. He was taken aback as I only refer to him by his name when I am slightly irritated, but he regained his composure instantly.

“My apologies, Alpha, but as your beta, it’s my duty to make sure nothing troubles you.” He replied while averting my gaze. I let out a weary sigh as I found a quiet place to sit within the palace premises. It was close to a little pond, filled with exotic fishes that were imported. It always calmed me when I came to this location because it is secluded from outsiders, as my private sanctuary.

I gestured for Cameron to sit down beside me as I admired the colorful designs on their fins. “I didn’t mean to snap at you, I just clashed with Aurora before stepping out of my chambers.”

Cameron gasped in awe, yet he quickly snapped back. “Aurora? The omega was sold to us as a breeder from Alpha Damon? Did she offend you?” I could see his face begin to turn red in anger, so I had to interject.

“No, she didn’t, in fact, since the moment we went to the Moonfall pack wedding. Her presence unsettles me. It stirs up emotions that I have never felt with anyone before, especially for an omega without a wolf.” I answered him in a calm voice. Cameron’s demeanor lightened up as he tilted his head backwards.

He remained mute, but then he finally responded. “ It may appear fate has more install for both of you. If I may, my Alpha, I humbly ask you to get to know her at least for a little bit. Who knows, she might surprise you.” 

I curved my lips slightly as its suggestion. “When did you become so wise, Cameron?” I mumbled to myself. I signaled for him to leave as I reflected on my thoughts. He stood up and slightly bowed to him before he took his exit.

Cameron became my most trusted advisor due to his genius-level IQ and brilliance. Though he was not from a high-born family, but due to his hunger for knowledge and adapting tactical strategies both on the battlefield and in palace affairs. It was only natural to make him my beta, regardless of custom for enlisting from prominent families. However, his educational background and overall leadership qualities warmed the hearts of the council and gained their acceptance. A sense of pride washed over me as I watched his retreating figure.

Meanwhile, my wolf seemed to agree with his suggestion. No matter how much I tried to ignore Aurora. My wolf still grunted and howled, yearning for her touch. My deliberate avoidance wasn’t helping either, as it just made it harder to resist. It took every ounce of my power to restrain myself from storming into her room and claiming her as my mate. My wolf pushed and pulled till I just got to the doorknob, but thankfully, I got the upper hand at the end of the night and stopped myself from moving any further.

So, the thought of her having the impression she offended shocked me and my wolf. Knowing Damon and his various schemes to take over my pack. When he proposed her sale to me as a breeder. I initially assumed she was sent to be a spy and try to gather sensitive information about my pack. However, over the past weeks, I have noticed her adapting well to our way of life. Even with the mocking and ridicule from the rest of my pack. She remained unfazed and still wants to have a genuine connection with me.

“Maybe I should stop resisting and spend more time with her. After all, if we manage to get her to accept our ways. She can become a great asset against Alpha Damon.” I mumbled to myself. My wolf also scuffed as my final decision to stop resisting her and get to know her more. Who knows what fate has planned, bringing her to my life as my mate.