Chapter 122Kendall’s POVI looked closely to be sure that I wasn’t hallucinating and there was actually someone In Front of me, an old woman and she just spoke to me.I looked around to be sure this was happening and it was then I noticed my mom was still awake.I moved over to her in fear of what was happening, she immediately held me into her arms as the both of us watched the woman closely.I was startled when I heard her speak because she looked so frightening and shaggy that it sent me back immediately.Mom was also scared as we both watched the woman closely hoping she’ll come back to her senses and go away. I had no business with her whatsoever and I didn’t know her so how did she find us?Were we being followed? Was this a trap?I didn’t know what to do as I kept on looking at Mom who seemed clueless too. She just held me in her hands as we both waited for something to happen.We waited for a while and she still stood there.“I think you should talk to her, I don’t think she’
Chapter 123Declan’s POVI was in my study room, carefully packing a few important books I might need for the journey ahead. The weight of uncertainty loomed over me, but I had no choice.Answers awaited me, and I was determined to find them. As I slipped the last book into my bag, the study door creaked open, and Caden, walked in, a sealed letter in his hand.“Declan,” he said, his voice tense. “You need to see this.”I took the letter from him, breaking the seal with a sense of curiosity. The contents were exactly what I feared. It was another threat from our enemies, promising to end our entire generation and bring war to our doorstep. My blood boiled as I read the words, anger surging through me like wildfire.“Those bastards,” I muttered, crumpling the letter in my fist. “They think they can intimidate us with threats?”Caden stood firm, his expression serious. “What’s the plan, Alpha?”I took a deep breath, trying to channel my anger into determination. “We prepare. We train har
Chapter 124Kendall’s POVIt was night already and we knew we couldn’t continue the journey so we decided to lay out the tent and spend the night there.I was tired already and I was sure the same applied to my mom and sister too. We brought out our tent and then sat down ready to spend the night and continue our journey the next day:The atmosphere was damp and quiet because we didn’t have anything to talk about. I of all people was mad at Mom for what she said. She could be pushing me into danger all in the name of what an old woman said calling her a seer.We were this close to safety and I wasn’t willing to lose everything by going back then being killed and everyone I loved too. I wasn’t going to talk to her till she apologized to me.When the tent was all set we went in and secured the area around it. I sat there calmly and we just watched each other’s faces while my sister ate dinner. Who was going to blame her? She was starving and didn’t have time for all of this unnecessary
Chapter 125Kendall’s POVTerrified, I dropped him and ran back to the tent but my mom and sister were nowhere to be found.“Mom?” I called out.“Are you there?”I sighed, getting scared by the seconds. “Where are you?”I thought I felt this might be a joke and her way of punishing me because of the way I spoke to her but I didn’t think that was it. There was no sign of her and how come I didn’t hear anything?I wanted to come back and tell Mom about the mysterious man that died at my hand and all that. I was already changing my mind because his last words tallied with what that woman said.I didn’t know if I was supposed to believe it or if it was still a trap but if it was it was becoming too believable and I was starting to believe all of this was real.Maybe there was war coming and I might be the only one to stop it, the more I delayed the more people got hurt.All of this didn’t make sense to me yet, it just wasn’t adding up. If there was going to be a war or something, why me?
Chapter 126Declan’s POV I wandered through the small town’s quiet streets, my mind racing with thoughts of Kendall. I had to find her, and more importantly, I had to make sure she didn’t run off the second she saw me.It was a delicate balance.I didn’t want to appear desperate or aggressive as she would think, but I also needed her to know that I cared, that I still loved her.After grabbing a quick coffee at a local café near the woods, I decided to go out further, towards the outskirts where the town met the forest.Kendall always loved the serene beauty of nature, and I had a feeling she’d seek refuge close by. As I went, I turned onto a narrow, winding road leading deep into the forest. The tall trees formed a canopy overhead, filtering the sunlight into patterns on the ground.I couldn’t help but think of the countless times Kendall and I had talked about the forest together on our good days. The forest had always been her sanctuary, a place where she felt at peace. Maybe that
Chapter 127Kendall’s POVI woke up in a familiar room, my heart racing as I took in the furnishings and the large windows that overlooked the palace gardens. It was my room. Panic set in. How Declan he found me?Wait, was he going to keep me prisoner and maltreat me like before? The memories of our last encounter were still fresh, and the thought of facing him again made me feel sick with fear.I sat up slowly, the room spinning slightly as I did. I had to get out of here. I wanted to return on my own terms, not be found and dragged back like some lost pet. The nostalgia of the place overwhelmed me, the memories of better times almost making me forget why I had run in the first place.Just as I swung my legs over the side of the bed, the door creaked open. My heart skipped a beat when I saw Declan standing there. He looked different, tired and worn, but his eyes softened when they met mine. I felt a surge of fear, but I steeled myself, ready for whatever was to come.“Hey,” he said s
Chapter 128Kendall’s POVAs evening approached, a maid came to my room, gently urging me to the dining room. I still felt weak, but I managed to stand and follow her. The corridors of the palace felt both familiar and strange, my memories contrasting with recent events.When I entered the dining room, the table was set elegantly, candles flickering softly. The maid informed me that Declan would join me soon. I nodded, taking a seat, my mind racing with thoughts of what he wanted to discuss.The door opened, and I expected to see Declan, but instead, Olivia stormed in. Her eyes widened in shock when she saw me.“Kendall?” she spat, her voice laced with venom. “What are you doing here?”I opened my mouth to respond, but she cut me off, stepping closer. “You have some nerve showing your face here after everything you’ve done!”“I haven’t done anything,” I said, trying to keep my voice steady. “Please, Olivia, let’s not do this.”“Not do this?” she sneered. “You’re a disgrace. You’ve bro
Chapter 129Declan’s POVI wasn’t happy with Kendall’s last words, but I understood why she said them. The hurt I’d caused her wasn’t something that could be easily forgiven, and I knew it would take time.“Get some rest,” I said softly. “We’ll start fresh tomorrow.”She nodded, her eyes heavy. I watched her retreat to her room before I made my way to the balcony, needing space to think.The cool night air was different from the warmth of the dining room. I leaned against the railing, staring out over the palace grounds, lost in thought.The moon was up, and the distant sounds of the town distracted me for a second, reminding me of the world beyond these walls.I couldn’t help but think about the mess we were in—the attacks in the town, the abduction of Kendall’s family, and the deep rift between us. It was all overwhelming, but I was determined to face it all.Kendall’s words rang in my mind. She only came back to save her people. Once it was done, she would leave.The thought of los