CHAPTER 66
ALPHA GRAY'S POV
Raven's authoritative display in the hall had left a lingering tension, and as we walked out together, I couldn't help but feel the weight of the power dynamics at play. The servants left, leaving us in a corridor charged with unspoken words.
I held no feeling's to what she did, it was normal, but there was a lingering thought that she was trying to get at Lyra but Lyra didn't care.
I glanced back, a reflex to check if Lyra lingered in the hall, but she was nowhere to be seen. My attention shifted to Raven, who had engaged in conversation with one of her guards. There was a subtle hesitation in her demeanor, a momentary lapse in the composed facade she usually wore.
Raven noticed my gaze, and her eyes met mine briefly. A flicker of something unreadable passed through her expression, a hint that she might
CHAPTER 67ALPHA GRAYAs Helena and I walked out of the hall, a palpable silence hung between us. The weight of Raven's authority pressed down on my shoulders, and I couldn't shake off the unsettling feeling that this was just the beginning.We walked in silence for a while until I noticed a strange smirk on the faces of some servants we passed. I sighed, realizing that the repercussions of Raven's actions had already started to ripple through the palace.They obviously enjoyed what Raven had done,it was clear that she wanted Lyra punished, and said achieved it flawlessly, at least in her eyes and the rest of the servants.Glancing at Helena, I caught her eye, and she raised an eyebrow, silently questioning if I was okay. I offered a small, forced smile and nodded, not wanting to delve into the complex emotions swirling within me just yet
CHAPTER 68ALPHA GRAY'S POVThe moon hung high in the indigo sky, casting a soft glow over the palace grounds as Raven rested her head on my shoulder. The night whispered with tranquility, but beneath the façade of calm, I felt the undercurrents of tension building."Alpha Gray," Raven's voice was a gentle murmur, "thank you for this. It means more than you know."A wry smile played on my lips. "You deserve moments of escape, Raven. Now, I must get back. There's a meeting with my pack members via video call."She nodded, understanding the weight of leadership responsibilities. We walked toward the waiting car in silence, the air thick with an unspoken tension. The moonlight painted the surroundings with a surreal glow, a backdrop to the complex emotions simmering beneath the surface.As we drove back to the palace, the subtle hum of the engine blended with the quiet acknowl
CHAPTER 69ALPHA GRAY'S POVThe kiss lingered, a dance of desire and surrender. Lyra, initially resistant, succumbed to the magnetic pull between us. As we embraced, I felt the unspoken tension dissipate, replaced by the intoxicating energy of shared longing.Breaking the kiss, Lyra attempted to pull away,“I need to go…” she said, but I brought her closer, unwilling to let the moment slip away. There was a vulnerability in her eyes, a mix of uncertainty and desire that fueled the intensity of our connection.Before she could protest, I kissed her again, the hunger for the forbidden eclipsing rational thoughts. Her resistance waned, and I sensed a mutual understanding between us. The complexities of the palace and Raven's influence melted away, leaving only the raw authenticity of our desires.My hands slipped under her dress, and I began to unbutton, she placed her hands on mine.&
CHAPTER 70HELENA'S POVThe palace corridors echoed with muted footsteps as I moved with practiced ease, the rhythmic sweep of the broom in my hand a familiar cadence. The grandeur of the palace was lost on me; it was a place of duty, not opulence. As I navigated through the hallways, a fellow servant approached, concern etched on her face."Helena, have you seen Lyra? She looked upset earlier, and I'm sorry about the fact she was being punished by Raven," the servant whispered, eyes darting around to ensure no one overheard.I sighed, pausing in my cleaning. "Lyra has her own battles to fight. We all do. Best not to get involved."The servant persisted, a furrow in her brow. "But why is Raven so harsh on her? It's not fair. Others have missed days, and nothing happened until after several warnings. What could Lyra have done that deserves such treatment?"I shook my head, a veil of secrecy shrouding my thoughts. "
CHAPTER 71RAVEN'S POVI watched as Helena left the room, her movements seemingly mocking in their casual indifference. It annoyed me, the audacity of a mere servant carrying an air of nonchalance. Stupidly, I yearned for a fraction of the affection she showered on Lyra. It shouldn't matter; she was just a servant, not my mother, yet the irrational desire lingered, a thorn in my pride."Fucking hell," I muttered under my breath, frustration simmering beneath the surface. The complexities of emotions intertwined with the thought that In their eyes , I wasn't as important as I tried to make it seem.My thoughts drifted to Alpha Gray. He had promised to be back, but hours had passed, and the echo of his absence resonated in the quiet room. Was he too tired and had fallen asleep, or had he forgotten our time together? The possibility that he considered my company less important gnawed at me, even though re
CHAPTER 72LYRA'S POVThe moonlight painted the room in silvery hues as I opened my eyes, a sense of contentment lingering from the shared moments with Alpha Gray. Facing the window, I glimpsed the darkness outside, a soft wind whispering through the curtains. A sigh escaped me, the magic of the night still lingering in the air.“Perhaps you are finally shining your face on me, Moon goddess.” I whispered under my breath.Perhaps that was what it was, or maybe this was merely a coincidence, or worse off, a mistake.As I turned, expecting to see Alpha Gray on the other side of the bed, I was met with an empty space. Confusion furrowed my brow; his absence was unexpected. I sat up, scanning the room for any sign of him, but he was nowhere to be found.Puzzled, I stood and walked around the cabin, peering into each co
CHAPTER 73RAVEN'S POVThe weight of Nadia's words lingered in the air, her suggestion of a plan hanging like a lifeline in the storm of uncertainties. As she pulled me closer, her reassurance provided a fleeting moment of what might be a great plan."I have something that might work, a plan," Nadia whispered, her eyes holding a glimmer of hope.Sitting up on my bed, the tangled threads of desire and duty tightened their grip. The alliance, Alpha Gray's absence, and Nadia's plan all converged in a chaotic dance within my mind."I'm willing to consider anything at this point. What's your plan?" I asked, my voice a mixture of desperation and determination.Nadia leaned in, her words a hushed conspiracy between trusted friends. As she unfolded the details, a sense of clarity emerged amidst the chaos. The plan seeme
CHAPTER 74RAVEN'S POVThe breakfast with my father left a bitter taste, a cocktail of frustration and apprehension. As I rose from my seat, ready to escape the stifling atmosphere of the dining hall, Alpha Kade's voice halted me."Raven, are you forgetting something?"I turned back, a sigh escaping my lips. "What could I possibly be forgetting, Father?"He gestured towards him with a warm smile. "A daughter's kiss before she leaves. Don't tell me you've become so absorbed in responsibilities that you forget these little rituals."I rolled my eyes playfully, masking the turmoil within. Walking back to him, I planted a quick kiss on his cheek. "There, happy now?"He chuckled, patting my hand. "Always. Now go on, face the day with that fierce determination of yours."