GoodNovelChapter 44 THE SHADOW OF THE KING VALERIA She turns her back and finally leaves, abandoningcompletely alone, staring into nothingness and lost in thought over her words.
I got up before nightfall; I didnt want to be left alone so close to that eerie forest.
I was hanging large white sheets on the clotheslines, needing to clitub onto a small stool to reach the rope and secure them with wooden pegs.
The cold breeze blew, making the sheets billow while also clearing my mind.
I lowered my head to search for more pegs in the apron I wore, and when I lifted it again I saw him.
On the other side of the sheet, the massive shadow of a lycan stood silently, and I knew very well it was him.
The wind howled through the trees, like a sorrowful wail echoing from the forest.
I stayed still for a few seconds, staring at that terrifying and powerful presence, knowing that the King was watchingtoo from the other side.
He had every reason to be angry, as he had made perfectly clear.
I had no right to touch the precious belongings of his loved ones.
I was nothing but an intruding maid.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtI turned my back on him without speaking, pretending not to know he was there, and walked back into the castle, into that dark place that I no longer knew if it was my h... or my prison.
The next day, I went back to being nothing more than furniture in the Kings chambers no speaking, no eye contact, no listening.
I focused mechanically on my tasks, the tension in the air so thick it was impossible to ignore.
Truthfully, I just wanted to leave, to find another way to survive.
But then I remembered I was cursed, and my best chance of finding a cure was staying close to King Aldrics power.
I remembered all too well that overwhelming sensation, that unbearable need burningfrom the inside, and I didnt want to becthe prey of sbastard during one of those fits.
Better the devil you know than the one you dont .
Valeria, I received an invitation to visit the Silver Lake pack, and well use the opportunity to look for clues about the next Altar.
Prepare everything for the trip, he ordered while I finished clearing the breakfast table, and I nodded silently in response.
I picked up the tray and was about to leave when I felt his hand grabbing my arm, pullingclose to his chest.
Wait, Valeria.
We need to talk, his warm breath brushed my ear, but I tried to take a step back, to escape his hold except he tightened his grip, not lettinggo.
Does Your Majesty need something for the trip, something... No, Its not about the trip.
Its about what happened yes- 12 # 4.
THE SHADOW OF THE KING Knock, knock, knock.
Suddenly, someone knocked on the door, interrupting his words and givingthe perfect chance to yank my arm free.
The dishes clattered dangerously, but I didnt care as I hurled to open the door, hearing his frustrated huff behind me.
Forgive the interruption, Your Highness.
The seamstress has sent word that everything is ready, said the housekeeper, and I stepped aside to let her into the room.
I was about to slip out through the door when Aldrics deep voice stoppedcold.
Valeria, go with Sasha, he ordered from behind me.
I didnt understand what he meant, but I obeyed, waiting silently in the hallway for the housekeeper.
Through the door, I heard him return from his room and hand her something metallic.
Judging by the sound, it seemed like gold coins.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmDo everything as I instructed no less than three pieces, no excuses.
I might join you later, he commanded with his usual inflexible tone.
The housekeeper left, and I followed her, a swirl of thoughts filling my mind.
A spark of hope lit inside me, and I felt strangely glad to visit the Silver Lake pack.
Id been here for a while now, working in the castle maybe they wouldnt rejectas much as a foreigner anymore.
Could it be possible to find another job in the Golden Moon pack? Mrs.
Sasha, weve been expecting you, a cheerful, slender woman with chestnut hair greeted us warmly.
Hello, Mrs.
Betty.
Weve cfor His Majestys order, the housekeeper replied while m stepped down from the carriage and glanced up at the sign above the shop Elegant Stitches Tailor Shop. Displayed in the windows were beautiful gowns for women and tailored formal suits for men, perfectly crafted.
Despite the gloomy atmosphere from the fog and the dark forest Om foressurrounding this pack, Golden Moon seemed very prosperous. The few times Id had the chance to glimpse its streets, I had noticed it was the most advanced pack I had ever seen.
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