"Brad!" He called him. Brad lifted his eyes and saw Cage. He let go of Alyson's hand. "When did you get here?" He asked. "I should be asking you that. What the hell are you doing?" Cage whispered. Brad glanced and noticed a lot of people were interested in their conversation. "Come with me," he murmured before walking into the woods. Cage followed him. Alyson wasn't able to say a word to him.She became scared they were going to argue about her and thought about following them. Just by the way they both doted on Lara, one could assume that they were dating or mates. But since they had not declared Lara as their mate, everyone was fair game. Not like she wanted to have the Kings. She wasn't stupid enough to try to come between Lara and the Kings. Brad and Cage walked to a secluded spot before they stopped. "What the hell, Brad? Why is another female touching you when your mate is just a few meters away?" Cage fumed. Brad frowned. Alyson wasn't touching him. Well maybe she was, b
Cage walked up to her as soon as Kyla ended the story. She stared at him. Was that the reason they are a little bit skeptical about their bond with her?Because of what happened in the past? Cage got close to her and sat down beside her. "I heard you injured yourself. How are your injuries?" He asked as he glanced at her feet. "I'm fine. It's alright now," she answered. "Okay, will you still be able to continue the hunt or do you want to rest?" "I'll continue the hunt, Your Majesty! I need to kill at least one more animal!" Going to the hunt and coming back with just one kill after a whole day would be embarrassing. She needed to kill a few more. "Alright, then I'll accompany you. I don't want you adding more injuries to yourself. I want you strong and healthy," he said as he pulled the hair covering her face backward. "There will be no need for that. Kyla can accompany me. I know hunting is usually fun for males. Go and have some fun too," Lara playfully hit his hands away from
"I can see that you do not believe me when I say this. Trust me, you do not want to go against her and her girls." Lara nodded. "I know they would not let me go until they have gotten what they want, which is to fight with me. I'm preparing for it," she told her. Kyla stopped walking and turned to her. "Listen to me, Lara. I have seen this numerous times. At least before you accept any challenge, think about His Majesty first." "What would they think or how would they feel about it? I'm sure they would never accept it. Don't rush into accepting a challenge if you are not confident in beating the person!" Kyla looked at Lara to make sure she understood her perfectly. She needed to listen to her else she would be accumulating enemies for herself after the challenge. "If you fight one today, tomorrow another will challenge you. You will have no excuse to reject her. The next day, another will follow. They'll do it just to torment you until you cannot take it any longer so please do
She got scared. They had promised to give the winner whatever they asked for. What if she wanted to get married to them? Would they allow it?Different questions ran through Lara's head. She was scared Alyson would ask for something impossible. "I ask to be given some time to think about what I want, Your Majesty," Alyson finally said a few minutes later. "Of course, it is a once in a lifetime opportunity. You should discuss it with your family too," Cage said and everyone murmured their agreement. "Thank you, Your Majesty," she bowed and left. Lara exhaled in relief. Today might not be the day. Fayn walked past her and hit her. "Guess what she would ask from the King, whore," she spat out. "A marriage of course," someone said beside her. Lara held her clothes tightly. She didn't want to listen to them but she already had the thought too. Kyla walked up to her and placed her arms around her neck. "Have a little faith," she told her. As Alyson passed them, she lifted her gaze
Lara woke up but couldn't move from the bed. It seems her body was protesting after all the activities she did yesterday. She had never done something so stressful. She had done a lot of things in the palace ever since she came. Had a lot of firsts too. It made her happy. It felt like she was finally living a fulfilled life. Trying to turn her body, she pulled herself up but her body was so weak, she fell back again. This won't work, she told herself. She had a lot to do today. It wasn't the time to break down. But she couldn't tell her body what to do. She tried to shift into her wolf form. After some trials, she shifted and got down from the bed. Her wolf stretched its body. Every part of her body felt sore. Lara knew if she forced her body any longer, she might end up with more damage. She climbed the bed, shifted back to her human form, and slept off. "She is burning up," Cage growled as soon as he touched her face. Lara's eyes fluttered open. "Should we get the healer?" Br
Cage was too stunned to speak. They waited for her and she had to make a grand entrance while he was about to give his speech. She didn't even look apologetic. It felt like she planned it cause her entrance surely got people talking and wondering who she was. He glanced at her for a bit and she gave him a sly smirk. Oh, she knew alright. He turned back to the crowd. "Tonight marks the night we give thanks to the Moon Goddess, who has blessed us with wisdom and earthly things. We will sacrifice the bear that was caught yesterday and then we will feast!" "This year has been good to us. We are too important to be taken for granted. Due to our knowledge, we excel where ever we go. We are respected and feared. As the Moon Goddess's favorite, we should also honor her," Cage continued. "A long held tradition that will not stop even when we are gone. Our children will take over. And their children. And for many generations to come." Everyone clapped at his speech but there were still no
As Cassandra opened her mouth to speak, Ted interrupted her. "Would you like to dance with me?" He asked. She glanced at his face in shock. He brought out his hand and she took it. "I'll see you later, Lara," she said as he pulled her to the dance floor. Lara waved her friend off. Cassandra looked so happy Ted asked her for a dance. Lara wasn't expecting him to become bold with his intentions. Cassandra had told her, she had to pursue him every day even though they were mates. Ted never wanted a mate. He didn't want her and he was vocal about it. Guess her persistence had paid off because he looked ready to do anything for her just by the way he stared into her eyes. He was a man in love. Lara smiled. She was happy for Cassandra. "Tsk, tsk, tsk," Fayn mocked as she sat beside Lara. Lara tensed up. "You look really beautiful, whore. You don't mind if I damage your gown later on, do you?" She asked, smiling. Lara glanced at her without responding. Fayn would definitely get angry
"We are cool now, right?" He asked her. She nodded. He smiled as the dance ended. Everyone left the floor immediately. Lars walked to the side, not knowing what was about to happen. "Alyson, daughter of nobleman Agar come forward." Alyson went to him immediately. "The young lady here is courageous and one of the best archers I have seen. " He praised her. She smiled happily. "Now is the time for her to receive her reward," he said immediately. Alyson's face was a little bit complicated. She glanced at Kyla one last time. "Now tell your King, Alyson. What do you want us to give to you?" He asked her. She knelt on the ground. "I have thought about it yet there was nothing I wanted more than to get married one day," Lara was tensed. If Cage and Brad agreed then they might be able to have the ceremony right here and will have to destroy their bond with Lara What would happen to her? She would be sad or heartbroken but none of them would be able to go back to their life like befor