Novel & Cerita Mistaken Surrogate For The Lycan Prince

"They are systematically slaughtering every female in the lower tiers." I freeze. "Targeting us? Why?" "They know about the transition," she whispers, terror wide in her eyes. "The Prince is in the deep vault, turning into a Lycan. He needs a human Anchor to pull his mind back before the beast takes over." The Matron’s words "you become the prey" echo in my head. "They want to strip him of his options," I realize, my stomach turning to ice. "They aren't just trying to kill Lucien. They are killing every potential match so his mind burns itself out."

Also another betrayer to be rid of. The woman, Stacy, I think was her name, looked genuinely hurt. If only she knew what she did, or rather didn't do, in my previous life. "Lady Vivian... this man, he is one of the Lycan princes. If we get rid of him, we will be getting rid of one of the major pillars of the Lycan pack," she explained it slowly to me as if I was confused. But I wasn't, I was seeing more clearly than I ever have.

I was about to stand up to let him think about whatever it was when he squeezed my waist, pulling me back into his lap. “Hey,” he sweetly called, angling my shoulders to face him. “Something’s bothering you,” I admitted, placing my hands on top of his chest. Letting out a deep sigh, he confirmed, “You are well aware now that Dad is the Lycan King, right?” Wiggling my brows, I nodded. “Well, I wanted you to understand that, as the Lycan King, he’s not used to being defeated. Although we didn’t lose the first battle against the Eclipse Pack, for him, not bringing victory is just the same as being the loser.”

"This is… strange." "Oh, congratulations. You noticed." Aries tilts his head. "What exactly do you find strange? The fact that she has a wolf? Or the fact that she’s drowning under all this, and you’ve done nothing to help?" Caspian exhales sharply, hands balling into fists. "It’s not that simple." "It is." Aries crosses his arms. "You’re the Prince. The future leader of the Lycans and the wolves. You know more about this than she does."

One of the men asked. "The Lycan Princess said that she wants to have the rulership of this kingdom, that leaves us with only one option," I declared. "So you would give up your position as the Alpha for Audrey?" Jake protested. "I see no other way out," I mumbled. "But isn't that girl the daughter of the former Beta?" One of the elders asked. "She was only taken in as a foster child," someone else corrected. "Even if she was merely adopted, how could she be so cruel to her old home just because she became the princess of the Lycan kingdom?"

Guests dropped their gazes instinctively-prey recognizing a predator. The scent of pine and storm swept in, primal and commanding. All heads turned. A man stepped inside, flanked by two towering guards draped in black and silver. He was tall—taller than even Reyes—with broad shoulders, sleek black hair, and eyes like steel. His aura was cold, ancient, and undeniable. Gasps echoed through the room. A Lycan. The Lycan Prince. He walked with purpose, eyes scanning the crowd until they landed on me. His steps slowed.

Silence hitting the dining table, even Tate looks at me with wide eyes. “I’m sure Prince Lance took that well?” Rory asks. “I didn’t tell him about the Luna bit. There was no need at the time. But, my brother won’t have me back and an offer from Alpha Hansen, would make his day. I’d rather keep away, keep my own choices.” “Aida, we’d always have a place here for you if needed. But you have marked a lycan Prince. Your future will be with them.” I just smile in agreement. Yes, but I needed a back up, a place I could run away to if his mate ever claimed him.

No longer would I have to be afraid or bullied. But…what could the lycan want from me? I wasn’t ugly, but I was far from beautiful. There were so many women in our pack alone that attended last night’s gathering that were prettier than me, including other slaves. I glanced over at the lycan’s man. “Do you know why the lycan wants to see me? I mean the real reason.” The man gave me a small smile and a look that almost seemed amused. “He was surprised to find you gone this morning. It worried him, especially when taking in account the alpha and his daughter, but also angry. He didn’t give you permission to leave.”

“I’m just scared for her. We know nothing about this man and he said she would make a great pet. Kurt, is he going to treat her like an animal?” “Let’s hope not. Riley did tell me that man was the Lycan prince. Not many Lycans exist,” My forehead creases. “He’s not a werewolf?” “He is just stronger and different. I don’t know much Riley just said he’s different and way stronger than a werewolf, he’s even stronger than the king of wolves,” My stomach tightens. And my chest squeezes.

Tightening his hold, he swore that he would allow nothing to get to her before carefully sliding away from her. Today was Friday, the day he and Jackson had an appointment with the Council to ask about the prophecy of the White Lycan as well as the princess. Travis had already reported back that no testing was needed to determine if Marcia was, in fact, the lost lycan princess. He learned that once they turn, a lycan develops its scent, which can be used to identify the family line.