The Lycan King and His Dark Temptation by Luna Nova

Chapter 47 SILVER LAKE VALERIA Tellif you can comply with that condition, or I will leave my position right now, King Aldric.

I am not your prisoner, I confronted him for the first time, raising my chin, ready to resist his whims and selfishness.

However, Aldric just stared atin silence.

I could feel his entire body tense, as if he were struggling with an internal enemy, resisting with all his strength In his gray eyes, the beast inside him flickered, tinged with red, like his lycan form.

Fine, he finally relented, stepping back, clenching his teeth so tightly I thought his jaw muscles might snap.

I accept .

For now.

He responded, and we were left facing each other in a battle of wills.

If someone had tolda month ago that I would do something like this, I would have called them crazy.

You need these clothes.

You have nothing else to wear.

The women in that pack are extremely snobbish, and 1 dont want anyone looking down on you.

Just think of them as extra uniforms if it makes you feel better, he said, turning away without waiting for my reply, storming out the door just as he had entered.

I sank onto the bench beside the table, my legs weak, but feeling proud of myself.

I could only hope the walls around my heart were strong enough to withstand His Majestys siege.

The next day, we departed for the Silver Lake pack in a carriage I shared with the woman who always accompanied Guardian Quinn.

Outside, on horseback, rode His Majesty, while Quinn was driving the carriage.

I knew he had brought them along on this trip because of the Altars.

The lycan Quinn seemed to be the only one capable of deciphering them.

I felt uncomfortable, not just because of the silence but because I could sense that womans constant gaze on me.

There was something very strange about her.

I couldnt quite explain it, but she seemed different from the others.

During this trip, keep as far away from my brother as possible.

Excuse me? I lifted my head from my embroidery book when she spoke in a low voice.

Quinn.

Hes my brother, and I dont want him getting into trouble with His Majesty because of you, she said, staring atwith cold, dark eyes.

I would never cause him any trouble ... The King is interested in you.

I dont know what kind of relationship you have, but hes jealous of Quinn.

I think youve already noticed that.

Please, Im asking you politely stay away from Quinn, her tone was becoming increasingly hostile, and it was starting to irritate me.

Im just the Kings maid.

If Guardian Quinn doesnt approach me, I wont seek him out either.

Were not friends or anything like that.

So sparethe threats.

I have no intention of causing problems for anyone, I replied in a quiet yet firm voice.

It was obvious neither of us wanted this conversation to be overheard.

47 SILVER LAKE The wornan, who I was now certain was a rare female Alpha, kept staring at me, and I held her gaze.

Then she nodded and looked away, turning her attention to the curtain by the window.

I lowered my head to return to my reading, thinking the awkward conversation had finally ended, when she added: The Lycan King doesnt see you just as his maid.

He has never looked at another woman the way he looks at you or treated anyone the way he treats you.

Even if you dont notice, hes always watching you Lycans dont share their favorite person with anyone.

But be careful, Maid Valeria.

possessively.

No matter what feelings His Majesty might have, betrayal and lies are something he never forgives .

She warnedbefore closing her eyes, remaining silent for the rest of the trip.

I shivered, thinking about all the strange things I carried insidethings even I didnt understand.

It was yet another reason to speed up the search for my cure and leave King Aldrics side before I completely lost my mind.

In the distance, I heard the sound of flowing water and peeked my head out the carriage window, curious despite the chilly weather, My eyes widened in awe as we approached the packs territory, surrounded by towering mountains and grand waterfalls, with narrow lakes and rivers winding between the beautiful stone structures ..

Its beautiful, I heard a male voice close to me.

yes, it is.

Its a very lovely pack, I replied with a smile, but my cheeks heated up as I realized the intense gaze Aldric was givingfrom his horse, riding close to the window.

The Alpha womans words echoed in my mind, and for sreason, it felt like he wasnt talking about the pack- but about me.

I quickly pulled back inside, avoiding the view.

We would be arriving soon, and I would finally see Silver Lake.

Your Majesty, welcto our humble pack.

Its an honor to have you here, I heard a mans voice greet us as the carriage cto a stop.

Alpha Garret, thank you for your invitation, Aldric responded diplomatically, and soon the carriage door opened I thought Quinns sister would be the first to step out, but instead, she opened the door on the other side and descended silently.

I glanced at the door Aldric had opened and saw him standing there, hand extended toward me.

Since when does a King help his maid out of a carriage as if she were his partner? Resigned took his hand and stepped down the stairs, clutching the heavy cloak around, the hood covering my hair and partly concealing my face.

Were tired from the journey, so Id appreciate it if you would take us to our accommodation's Aldric said, shieldingfrom the curious stares as he stood protectively in front of me. The Alpha immediately arranged for us to be taken in hand pulled carts by his servants.

Finally alone, I peeked through the thin gauze curtains, observing life in this prosperous pack.

25 BONUS The King had been right every woman here was elegant, wearing makeup, jewelry, and fine clothes So my new uniforms would at least preventfrom being utterly earrassed.

After winding through narrow streets filled with curious onlookers and climbing a slightly steep hill, we finally arrived at a beautiful stone n mansion the Alphašresident T disembarked, trying to remain discreet, staying close to Alirics tall frwhile my eyes wandered over the breathtaking scenery, While Aldric spoke with the Alpha and greeted his Luna, I noticed, far in the distance, a child and a young man playing in a simple park near the pine forest. The boy, who looked about seven years old, was swinging awkwardly as if he couldnt properly move his legs. Suddenly, the young man behind him pushed him far too hard, despite the boys protests and near tears.

I covered my mouth, stifling a gasp, watching in horror as the man deliberately shoved the child so hard that he was flung off the swing, landing face first in the dirt.

Not satisfied, the young man grabbed the metal swing and, just as the child tried to get up, he swung it again, striking the back of his head viciously.

The sharp edge of the swing hit the boy, and he collapsed unconscious on the ground. The scent of blood began to fill the air.

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