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Chapter 35
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2026-08-27 11:00:00DRAVEN'S POV
The pregnancy announcement changed everything, though not in the ways I'd initially expected.
Within days, word spread beyond Bloodreaver territory. Our allied packs sent congratulations and gifts. Neutral territories suddenly expressed interest in strengthening diplomatic ties.
And my father, predictably, sent a threat thinly disguised as a formal letter.
"Listen to this," I said to Rho, reading
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Traded to the tyrant Chapter 38
ELARA'S POVThe accelerated training proved more challenging than I'd anticipated.Vera woke me before dawn each morning, insisting that Eclipse Omega abilities were strongest during liminal hours, the transition between night and day when the world balanced between states."Your power draws from boundaries," she explained as we settled into meditation positions in the courtyard. "Between consciousness and unconsciousness. Between individual will and collective pack bonds. Dawn and dusk amplify that natural resonance."I tried to focus despite my exhaustion. Pregnancy made sleeping difficult, the baby seemed most active at night, pressing against my bladder and ribs in turns."Clear your mind," Vera instructed. "Feel the pack bonds forming their morning connections as wolves wake and begin their day."I extended my awareness carefully, sensing the subtle shift as Bloodreaver pack members stirred from sleep. Their individual threads brightened gradually, like stars emerging as darkness
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DRAVEN'S POVThe days following Kaelen's visit were tense.I threw myself into researching the Nightshade bloodline, cross-referencing what little information existed in our archives with accounts from allied territories. Most records had been deliberately destroyed during the Eclipse Omega purge, leaving only fragments and rumors.What I found wasn't reassuring."The Nightshades weren't just powerful," I told Rho during one late-night research session. "They were political. They used their abilities to broker peace treaties, mediate conflicts, reshape alliances. That made them invaluable to some packs and terrifying to others.""Let me guess, the terrified ones orchestrated the purge?""Exactly. Led by a coalition of traditional Alphas who viewed Eclipse Omega influence as existential threat to pack hierarchy." I pushed another dusty tome across the desk. "They systematically hunted down every known Nightshade descendant. Those who survived did so by completely suppressing their abil
Traded to the tyrant Chapter 36
ELARA'S POVI barely slept that night.Every time I closed my eyes, I imagined the upcoming meeting with Kaelen. What information about Eclipse Omega bloodlines could be too sensitive for written communication?*Stop spiraling,* Draven's mental voice murmured through the bond. *You'll make yourself sick with worry.**I can't help it. This feels wrong.**Everything about Kaelen feels wrong. He's fundamentally untrustworthy.* Draven pulled me closer. *But you're not facing him alone or unprepared.*He was right. The great hall would be filled with our most trusted warriors, and Draven would monitor everything through our bond.*What if he tries to claim parental rights to the baby?* The fear had been gnawing at me.*That bond is completely gone. Healers confirmed it. He has zero claim.* Draven's certainty flowed through
Traded to the tyrant Chapter 35
DRAVEN'S POVThe pregnancy announcement changed everything, though not in the ways I'd initially expected.Within days, word spread beyond Bloodreaver territory. Our allied packs sent congratulations and gifts. Neutral territories suddenly expressed interest in strengthening diplomatic ties.And my father, predictably, sent a threat thinly disguised as a formal letter."Listen to this," I said to Rho, reading the latest correspondence. "'While I congratulate you on impending parenthood, I must remind you that any child born of your bloodline carries claim to Silvercrest's throne. Such claims require proper acknowledgment and registration with the royal house.'"Rho's expression darkened. "He's trying to establish legal claim over your unborn child.""Exactly. Register the birth with Silvercrest, and he gains leverage. Refuse, and he'll claim we're denying the
Traded to the tyrant Chapter 34
ELARA'S POVFEW MONTHS LATERThe Territorial Council chamber had never looked more impressive.Representatives from fifteen allied packs filled the circular room, each seated at polished wooden desks arranged in concentric rings. Banners from every territory hung from vaulted ceilings while scribes documented everything said.This was the third formal council meeting since we'd established the alliance. The first two had been tentative, with Alphas testing boundaries and establishing protocols.Today felt different. Today felt like we were actually building something that would last.I stood at the central podium, reviewing notes for my presentation on inter-territorial trade agreements. Nerves fluttered in my stomach despite months of practice.*You're going to be brilliant,* Draven's voice murmured through our bond. He sat in Bloodreaver's designated seat, projecting calm confidence I desperately needed.*I'm going to forget everything the moment I start talking,* I replied.*You wo
Traded to the tyrant Chapter 33
DRAVEN'S POVTraining an Eclipse Omega, I quickly discovered, was nothing like traditional combat instruction.Vera began the lessons at dawn in a secluded courtyard, far from curious eyes. She insisted only I could be present during initial training, too many observers would make controlling the power more difficult."Eclipse Omega abilities respond to emotional states," Vera explained as Elara settled into a meditative position. "Before she can influence others, she must master her own internal landscape.""Meaning?" I asked."Meaning weeks of meditation, breathing exercises, and emotional regulation before we even attempt active power use." She looked at me seriously. "This will be tedious and frustrating. Your role is to keep her grounded when she wants to rush ahead."I glanced at Elara, who was already looking restless. "Understood."The first week proved Vera right. Hours each day spent in meditation while Elara struggled to quiet her racing thoughts.Through the bond, I felt h
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