Lahat ng Kabanata ng Marked by Moon Fire: Kabanata 131 - Kabanata 140

The corridor was silent as Nyssa walked through. She was heading to her chambers to rest. She turned a corner, hoping to take the shortcut that would lead directly to her quarters when she froze. There, at the end of the hallway, stood Queen Agatha. Nyssa immediately thought to retreat before the Queen noticed her, but it was too late.“Nyssa,” the Queen called softly, Nyssa’s heart skipped a bit. She drew a deep breath and walked forward, bowing respectfully. “Your Majesty.”Queen Agatha's eyes were fixed on her for a long moment, then she sighed, the corners of her lips pressing together. “I had told you to help arrange a meeting with Elder Albert.”Nyssa blinked. This was exactly what she was trying to avoid. “Yes, Your Majesty,” she admitted carefully. “I thought it might be best to…… wait a bit before meeting with him.”The Queen’s lips curved faintly, “I only want to sort things out. Nothing more,” she said. “Albert and I” she paused. “There are matters between us that should

The Queen got up and stood right in front of Nyssa, preventing her from leaving the room.“Nyssa….. Listen,” she whispered, her voice thin and desperate. “Don’t tell Lucien anything about this.”Nyssa turned to face her slowly. The Queen’s eyes were wet and swollen with fear. It was the first time Nyssa had seen her cry almost in tears“Your Majesty…” Nyssa began carefully, but the Queen stepped closer, shaking her head.“No.” Her eyes were wide and full of terror. “Nyssa, listen to me. If Lucien knows the truth, it will break him,” She continued, her fingers twisted against the jeweled band on her wrist. “Lucien is the Alpha and he has trained all his life for that position. If they find out Elder Albert fathered him…. the pack might rebel. They will question his blood right. They will question everything a out his rulership. I’m sure you don’t want that.”Nyssa lowered her gaze, her fingers curling into her dress. She understood. She truly did. Lucien carried the weight of leaders

Nyssa stared at Lucien as if he had suddenly spoken a foreign language. For a moment, she wasn’t even sure she heard him correctly. Leave the pack? Because of Fabian? That had to be the most ridiculous thing she had heard all day and considering everything that had been happening, that was saying a lot.“Lucien, that is impossible,” she said immediately, shaking her head so hard her braids brushed her shoulders. “Absolutely not. I’m not going anywhere.”“Nyssa….” he tried again, but she cut him off with a glare.“No. I said no.” She folded her arms, her chin lifting stubbornly. “Why in the world would I leave? Because Fabian is playing his silly tactics?” She scoffed loudly. “You know what? I need to be here to deal with him once he arrives”Lucien rubbed his temples slowly, clearly trying to remain patient. “Nyssa, I’m not asking you to run away. I’m telling you this because it’s for your safety. Fabian is dangerous.”“Well, too bad,” Nyssa shot back. “Because I’m not going anywhere.

The journey to Moonrage Pack was a quiet one. Lucien had insisted they leave immediately, slipping out with Adrian and Nyssa as soon as they packed up.Nyssa rode beside him the entire way, feeling uneasy but forcing herself to stay calm. Lucien had also been restless since the attack. He was lost in thoughts he refused to share. She noticed his grip tighten on the reins every few minutes. “Lucien, are you okay?” She asked calmly.He sighed and turned to her. She could see a vast ray of emotions in his eyes. A feeling of fear mixed with anger. “I just can't believe Fabian still wants to challenge me.” He said and looked away.Nyssa remained quiet, She didn't know what to say that would be of help at that moment. If she hadn’t gotten there on time, then what would have happened. Lucien’s gaze drifted to her direction once more. “How is it that you arrived just in time? Did something happen at the pack?”Nyssa shook her head. In the midst of all these, she had forgotten the reason

Nyssa jumped, placing her hands on her chest. She turned around to see Adrian, and she heaved a sigh of relief.“What are you doing here?” She asked, her eyebrows arching up.“I should be asking you the same question. Are you searching for someone?” Adrian asked, clearly surprised. Nyssa sighed, turning to the direction of the noise she had heard earlier. She listened for a few minutes in quietness, but there was no sound. “I must be hearing things. I thought I heard a sound coming from there” she said, pointing in the direction. “But I guess there is no one there.”“You know it’s not safe to walk around by this time, especially when we have Fabian out there.” Adrian said.Nyssa smiled faintly, “I can take care of myself. Why are you out here?” Adrian cleared his throat, “I just came to have a little time alone,”“Really? Is something wrong?” Nyssa asked, her voice filled with concern.“Yeah, a few years back, on this day, my mother died. She was a maid in a pack house, and my fathe