I remember Elsie telling me to get used to having my meals at the royal table but right now, I don’t think it’s possible to get used to it. The king sat at the head of the table, scrutinizing and glaring at me like some leech he would like to end it’s life. His domineering presence and piercing gaze made me want to bolt from the dining hall and never be seen again. It was not so bad at first when he didn’t respond to my greeting because Elsie had told me not to expect a response. To his right is Prince Louis, and across from him is Prince Ryder who I am seated next to, then opposite me is Princess Elsie who was occasionally casting apologetic looks in my direction. Next to Elsie is a dark-haired man who introduced himself as Adrian and Ryder’s beta. He looked friendly to me and I took an instant liking to him because he wasn’t as scary looking as the other prince’s on the table. A long line of nobles and royals are also at the table. Some of them I have seen

Ryder’s POV The Red rock pack alpha was found dead a few minutes ago with the same note as all the others. The wound on his neck was targeted at the same spot to make their point and again, there was the same note.…justice or nothing.The western wolves which comprises of an aggregate of twenty four packs seem to be their major target. In the eastern regions, only one pack has been affected but the other twelve deaths have been within the western regions.Right now, news just got to me that the other packs within the western region are scared to death and they request more protection and stronger warriors to help guard their territories and leaders.The leader of the western wolves have been quiet all along but he sent a direct message this time, apparently scared for his own head. Coward. I don’t give a fuck about him, but I’m worried for the people. It seems like whoever is behind this have picked

I started to feel uncomfortable in my sleep, someone was watching me. The realization, coupled with the fact that I’d had bad dreams all through the night jerked me awake and I gasped and sat upright. Strong hands held me tight and that’s when I realize Prince Ryder was seated right next to me, his emerald green eyes peering into my face. I’m not sure whether to feel relieved or not, but as usual, my body reacted to his touch and I stared at his palms on my exposed skin before looking back up to meet his gaze. He’s not in a good mood as I can see and I hope I hadn’t crossed the line again. Maybe he found out about the cell phone? Or did it have anything to do with the case he was working on? Whatever it is, I don’t like the look on his face. “What’s your relationship with Jordan?” He asked hoarsely. That question caused my heart to race even faster. I struggled to find my voice for a few seconds, and when I did, I didn’t even know what to say. That so

I have never been this furious in a long time, or maybe in all my life even.“Oh, sweet Ryder, I know you don’t mean that,” she coos, her arms around his waist. It wouldn’t cost Ryder anything to shove her away from him, and I thought I heard irritation in his voice when he asked her to leave, but something must have changed when he looked in my direction because now he doesn’t look as irritated.“You heard him Susan, you need to leave,” Elsie chips in.Susan. That’s the lady he is to be married to. How could I ever forget that name. My frown deepens, but Ryder has a smirk on his face. I’m not aware of how much anger is rolling off me until Elsie places her left hand on my right that was gripping the edge of the table.“Ryder wants me here, don’t you honey?” Susan giggles against his chest, but he doesn’t say anything, instead he makes eye contact with me. Motherfucker. Somethin

We spent a lot of time outside before Elsie escorts me back to Ryder’s place. I feel way better than I have felt in years after letting so much burden off my shoulders and Elsie was right, I had to let go if I want to be happy. To my surprise, Ryder did not look for me or send anyone to come fetch me. I have not stayed away from his house this long since I got here. I know that has to do with the fact that he had a companion.When I got to his house however, he was seated at the veranda, Susan across from him, discussing moon goddess knows what. Susan was giggling like a little girl at something Ryder said and I clenched my fists beside me, imagining what it would feel like if I landed a blow across her face.Ryder whips his head to look at me when I stopped in front of them, and the smile is immediately wiped off Susan’s face.“Come, have a seat with us,” Ryder pats the seat next to him but I don’t respond, I eyed him, then his com