Killian
How can I improve my patience and learn to conceal my emotions after serving as Serena's bodyguard for 10 years? It has become necessary for me to suppress my feelings, as it is not permitted for a Zeta like myself to display emotions. My father often reminds me that I will inherit his estate and become the leader of the soldiers in the crimson bloodpack. Therefore, it is crucial for me to develop the ability to hide my emotions.
I must admit, there were moments when I struggled to maintain my composure. This was mainly due to the constant need to protect Serena, who can be quite stubborn. Despite my repeated warnings, she would insist on leaving the mansion grounds.
Taking a deep breath, I contemplated whether it would be more fulfilling to be in a war zone rather than serving as a guard for an irritating princess like Serena. However, before I could gather my thoughts, a bolt of lightning narrowly missed me and struck the princess directly.
My eyes widened in shock as I witnessed Serena collapsing to the ground. Without hesitation, I rushed to her side.
"Princess!" I exclaimed, noticing a wound on her right arm near the shoulder. Her blood had a distinct royal hue, indicating her lineage from the first clan. While the blood of those from the second clan near the first clan was not the same, it had an almost orange-red color. Serena's eyes were closed, and she appeared to be in pain.
"Serena!" I called out, my voice filled with concern, and she slowly opened her eyes.
"What was that expression on your face, Killian?" she asked, noticing my fear.
I clenched my teeth. Serena always reacted this way whenever she got hurt.
In her younger days, she had a habit of running around, and as her protector, it was my responsibility to follow her. However, despite her tough exterior, she was quite clumsy and would frequently injure herself. Each time she got hurt, her father would place the blame on me, holding me accountable for her minor wounds. Yet, she remained oblivious to this fact. Perhaps that's why she continued to act recklessly. I doubted she would stop, even if she became aware of the consequences. It seemed she took pleasure in witnessing my suffering.
That's why my anger towards her grew day by day. But in this particular moment, all my anger had vanished. I wasn't sure if it was due to my racing heartbeat or some other reason entirely.
Just as I was about to lift her up, I heard footsteps approaching from all directions. Swiftly, I wrapped a scarf around both of us, concealing our faces. If they recognized us as high-ranking members of the group, the rogue individuals among them would undoubtedly kill us on the spot. And the princess... Only a select few Redblood clans were aware of her true identity. I couldn't fathom what would happen if that person discovered it. Fortunately, Serena was dressed in a royal blue gown, which helped to conceal any bloodstains. I also draped her in her cloak, even though I knew her wounds would heal within a few hours. Still, I wanted to keep them covered.
I had to remain alert. Serena was by my side, and I had to remember that.
But how could I protect her when our assailants were a gang of vindictive villains?
Among them were individuals seeking justice, people who had lost family members in the war. There were also those who rejected assistance from their leader and instead blamed the Alpha.
“Finally, we apprehended a wealthy individual. I assume your family would be willing to offer a substantial sum of money to secure your release.”
I unsheathed my blade and positioned myself in front of Serena, who lay unconscious on the floor.
To my surprise, a group of criminals surrounded the entire area.
I couldn't help but wonder how they managed to bypass our borders. I had assumed that we had stationed numerous soldiers at every corner of our perimeter.
"Don't come any closer!" I shouted. The older gentleman, with his long gray hair tied back in a ponytail, moved up and down with each step. However, one of the attackers brandished his gun. I deflected his sword strike and retaliated with a swing of my own sword.
The blade of my sword came dangerously close to severing the opponent's neck. I quickened my pace, but another one of the villains appeared out of nowhere.
"You're quite skilled for a young man like yourself," the old man commented.
"Who the hell are you?" I demanded, pointing my sword at him. I knew at that moment that they were renegades, but I wanted to divert their attention to buy some time. By now, I was certain that the other soldier had discovered his fallen comrade and was defending the area.
Cease your fighting if you wish for this precious little life to survive.
I turned around and noticed a man pointing his sword at Serena.
With a smug expression on his face, I could tell he wasn't bluffing. If Serena were to be harmed, the alpha would be furious and these individuals might pose an even greater threat to her. My entire family would be at risk. However, if we were to accompany them, there might be a slim chance of escaping with them.
Still, I knew my odds were slim. I approached Serena.
"We will go with you, but do not lay a hand on her. Allow me to carry her. Otherwise, I will fight until my last breath," I explained, feigning readiness for a fight. Of course, it was all a bluff. I wasn't foolish enough to let them harm Serena in any way.
"Hurry up, we don't have all day, young man," the older gentleman urged. I wanted to proceed cautiously, but I suspected they wouldn't allow it. They might even try to take Serena from my arms, which I wouldn't allow.
After walking for about an hour, we arrived at a halt in front of a massive mountain. This mountain was notorious for being a treacherous place, teeming with dangerous animals. It was one of the reasons why our village was slowly depleting its food supply.
I wasn't sure what we were supposed to do in a place like this. Would they allow us to hunt and gather wild animals for sustenance?
Someone greeted us at the base of the mountain. They were dressed in animal skins, their features completely concealed by black paint, and their eyes sent shivers down my spine as they scrutinized us. My heart raced with panic.
We were in grave danger.
(A few years ago), the day Killian and Kyzer were born. The door to the Alpha's chamber was slightly ajar. Kevin, the pack's Zeta, hurried off to inform the Alpha that a large group of rebellious residents had gathered for a rally. They were suggesting that we find a way to escape from our current situation. The reason behind this was that our country was slowly deteriorating, and if we didn't find a way to revive it, our future generations would suffer from starvation. Our main source of food was diminishing. Kevin was determined to inform the Alpha. However, he paused when he overheard someone speaking. It wasn't in his nature to eavesdrop on conversations, but this was an exception. "Luna, what is the meaning of this? Don't deceive me. I am not foolish. I can clearly see that this is a map for escaping from this place. It shows the route, instructions, and how to survive on the surface. Why have you kept this information from me?" Luna confronted the Alpha. "Because I made a pro
"Killian." We halted before a house, sizable yet devoid of any grand architecture. It was merely a wooden edifice. I surmised it to be their storage facility. Nonetheless, this could be one of the many outlawed dwellings strewn across our territory. They hauled me in. Serena was still cradled in my arms. They shoved me, and I nearly lost my grip on Serena. "Damn it," I bellowed, shooting a piercing glare at the man who had shoved me. Yet, they paid me no mind. We came to a halt in the center of the living room, and I surveyed the surroundings. There was an upper floor; wooden stairs on the side of the house led to a large wolf-themed artwork. To any visitor, this house would appear as a simple dwelling, something within anyone's reach… Yet, considering its status as a rogue dwelling, I couldn't envision a peaceful existence here. "Place the lady on the couch." That's what one of the men commanded. I hesitated nonetheless. "Are you hard of hearing? Unhand the girl," a gruff ma
this morning with excruciating pain in my shoulder. Every movement I make sends a sharp jolt of pain through my body. "Ouch!" I slowly opened my eyes and surveyed my surroundings, realizing that I was back in my room. I examined my right shoulder and noticed a healing wound, which explains the discomfort. I carefully got out of bed and made my way to the bathroom. As I undressed, memories of the events leading up to my injury flooded my mind. Just as I opened the bathroom door, I was taken aback to find Killian standing there, his concerned golden eyes fixed on me, with a hint of fear. As I looked at myself, embarrassment washed over me as I realized I was only in my underwear. Panic immediately set in, and I instinctively reached out for something to cover myself. "Yah!" I screamed and hurled the soap at him, hitting him on the forehead. Killian, startled, quickly shut the door, his face showing a mix of fear and upset. I could see the tension in his strong jaw. Shouldn't I be
Killian The man instructed his followers to escort us back to the base of the mountain. In the midst of my contemplation, he boldly declared himself to be my long-lost twin. In my confused and disoriented state, I couldn't comprehend how I had returned to our realm. Despite the whirlwind of thoughts swirling in my mind, I clung tightly to Serena, never letting her go. As we approached Serena's cherished spot, a place that was once my sanctuary in my youth, it now held a deep resentment within me due to this princess. I began by checking if the horse that Serena had taken from the Alpha was still present. However, my inspection was abruptly interrupted by a powerful punch from the Alpha, jolting me back to reality. As I struggled to maintain my balance, my foot left a mark on the ground. To my surprise, both the Alpha and Battalion were already waiting for us. It seemed that the border guards had promptly alerted them, as I had anticipated. Following the impact, I remained motionless
Serena Of course, my comment about intimacy was meant as a joke. There is no romantic relationship between Alonzo and me; we are simply good friends. However, I used that joke to tease Killian because I was frustrated with having to follow my father's orders. As I made my way to my chamber, I couldn't help but express my annoyance. I'm tired of Killian's constant presence! I insisted that I needed to speak to Alonzo privately, and it was important for Killian not to be present due to the confidential nature of our conversation. Although it was just a fabrication on my part. Before I could enter my room, I encountered Adriana, Alonzo's older sister, walking towards me with a confident sway in her hips. I have never been fond of her; I dislike everything about her, from her hair to her smug smile. Adriana greeted her brother and gave a slight bow to me. I am well aware that she doesn't genuinely like me, mainly because Killian is my guard. I know she has a fondness for him, despite h
"Killian Adriana called out, trying to get my attention. "I'm thrilled that Luna assigned me this task. I may not particularly like that brat, but as long as you're my partner, everything will be fine," her voice filled with a mix of excitement and determination. "Killian, are you even listening?" Adriana muttered, clearly annoyed by his distraction. While Adriana spoke, my focus remained on the princess and her companion. I couldn't help but wonder what they were plotting this time. Serena seemed to have completely forgotten about our previous encounter, but the image of her exposed body was still vivid in my mind. My thoughts were clouded, making it difficult to think clearly. All of this is solely the fault of that brat. The door abruptly slammed shut in front of me as the Beta's son and the princess entered the room, interrupting my train of thought. In an attempt to calm my nerves, I tilted my head slightly. "Don't worry, they'll be fine in there," Adriana reassured me, e
Serena"I caught a glimpse of Killian's back as he walked away. I was stressed as a result of what had occurred. Alonzo went out. I suppose my father asked him to be at that meeting too, though I still need to talk to him. I think maybe that was better than being teased by him. All night long, until he thought about going back homeAdriana exited the room after my father requested it.I groan, knowing that, with those piercing eyes, I'm doomed."With just a short period of time, you manage to give me too much headache, young lady!"Before I look at my father again, I close my eyes."Please accept my apologies, father; I swear I didn't mean it. As Adriana stated, "I simply fell.""Serena, your mother was too worried about you; when would you act like a responsible one, huh?"I lowered my head and apologized once more. Other than that, there was nothing I could do. This conversation would be longer if I opened my mouth to clarify or explain myself. And for the time being, I just want pea
Killian" I could see through the alpha's face how angry he was. His hand was trembling, holding the tip of his sword. I want to run away, yet I realise why I would run away. I haven't done anything wrong. Still, I was jittering inside. I want to glare at Serena for what she had done, though we both looked at her father. When would I be free to play with this brat? She was ruining me slowly. Then again, Adriana saved my ass through the alpha's wrath. I was mad, however, when Serena talked about her future with that son of beta. I think I am beyond mad now. It's a good thing that the Alpha dismissed me because of the meeting; otherwise, the blood that I saw in my head would be real. I look at my father and maintain my blank expression while shaking my head. I was planning to investigate the man who has the same face as mine after my punishment, and I could have extra time after Joshaque's come back from his duty. I know that my fellow Zeta is in trouble now, yet there's nothing I