Semua Bab Betrayed By The Alpha ~ Claimed By The Rogue: Bab 71 - Bab 80

Eloisa's POVThe day had not gone as planned. Ilena and Kaius—two people I had trusted, two people who had turned against me, were now a thorn in my side. The betrayal cut deeper than I cared to admit, but one thing was clear, I would not let them get away with this.“Of course they won't get away. What would they think of me? Weak?”I had already spoken to the sorceress, but her response was far from what I had hoped for. The old woman, powerful though she might be, had refused to help me with the death of Ilena and Kaius. She’d warned me that meddling with their lives could upset the balance of things in ways I couldn’t foresee. Foolish, superstitious nonsense. If I wanted something done, I had learned long ago that I couldn’t rely on anyone but myself. But I'll go to her again and maybe she would reconsider.The betrayal was a wound I couldn’t let fester. Ilena had returned to the pack under false pretenses, feigning innocence after I had risked everything to free her. I had lied

Rylan's POVThe WhiteMoon Pack had been abuzz for three days straight, preparing for the celebration. Though I wasn’t one for grand festivities, I knew this was important to the pack members. They believed Lyra's babies were destined to lead them, a symbol of new beginnings. Those of us who knew the truth, the rogues and Lyra herself—decided it was better not to correct them. Hope was a fragile thing, and in this case, harmless. Let them feast and drink in the glow of a dream.The hall was packed that evening. Tables groaned under the weight of roasted meats, fruits, and breads. Laughter echoed against the high wooden beams of the ceiling, and the rhythm of drums carried the celebration well into the night. Lyra sat by my side, her face a mask of calm. I could sense her unease and it was simply because she didn't exactly like the fact that the pack was under the belief that her babies were mine too and were meant to lead the pack.The festivities were reaching their peak when Alexis m

Rylan’s POVLee was prancing about inside me. I didn't understand what he was delighted about. I didn't share his enthusiasm but I didn't point it out.Today, I had to do what I had been putting off for the past two days. I'll face Alexis. The pack was still talking about that night. The pack was uneasy after her betrayal, and keeping her locked up wasn’t a permanent solution. Her presence in the cell was a reminder of the chaos she had caused.As I made my way to the underground cells, I passed several pack members who greeted me respectfully but quickly averted their gazes. The tension among them was felt. They were waiting for me to decide her fate. This could be a test and I hadn't thought of it that way. They wanted to know what I'd do. They wanted to see. The guard stationed at the cell door stepped aside as I approached. He didn’t say a word, but his expression was grim. I gave a curt nod and descended the cold stone stairs.The cells were quiet, save for the occasional drip o

Rylan’s POV“I'm excited. She's going to face the consequences of her actions and there's nothing sweeter than seeing that happen!” It was my wolf, Lee. I didn't respond. It kept prancing about inside me. Too excited to stay still. Yet I didn't give it the attention it wanted. “Aren't you excited you're doing what must be done? Your expression is grim. It shouldn't be.”“Am I supposed to walk around the pack laughing because I'm about to mete out punishment on someone?”As I made my way to the underground cells, I passed several pack members who greeted me respectfully but quickly averted their gazes. The tension among them was palpable. They were waiting for me to decide her fate, and I wouldn't hesitate to do so. If not that Lyra had not given the word, Alexis would have been standing for a death execution. I didn't know how threatened Lyra felt by her presence and I'd wanted Lyra to simply say the word. Of course, it'd be unusual that I reached a conclusion with the elders only

Rylan's POVThe morning was quiet, but it carried a heavy weight. The pack gathered in the central clearing, standing shoulder to shoulder. The air buzzed with tension as everyone waited for the punishment to be delivered.I stood on the raised platform, my arms crossed, my face set in a firm expression. My wolf, Lee, stirred uneasily.“You're too kind. You don't even like doing this,” he said. I sighed. “If I could give the verdict from my chambers and have it carried out, it would be fine. But everywhere, the tradition demands that I stay and proclaim the verdict where everyone is present.” I said silently. I had fought and killed men in their hundreds. Blood didn't make me uneasy but at the same time, I hated when it had to be about someone who was a part of me. And Alexis was of course a part of me. She'd always been. She'd known about the rogues way more than anyone else did. She'd even influenced certain decisions I made in the past concerning the welfare of the pack. Alexis