CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED & FOUR


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    CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED & FOUR


    Nn’s POV


    I was halfway down the corridor to the Alpha King’s office when I heard quick footsteps close behind me. I nced back and saw Solon turning the corner, moving fast. His eyes narrowed the moment he recognized me.


    “Why are you here?” he asked. “My father called for me.”


    “The Alpha King summoned me,” I said simply.


    Solon slowed to match my pace, watching me as if he expected me to admit something. “That is unusual. Why would he want you here?”


    “You can ask him,” I said, rolling my eyes. “I am just following orders.”


    “And when do you follow orders?” Solon asked and I didn’t respond to his taunt. “If you think you can use this to get closer to my sister, you are mistaken.”


    “I am here because the Alpha King requested it,” I said. “Nothing else.”


    We reached the double doors. Two guards stood aside and opened them. Inside, Jason was already positioned in front of the desk. He turned slightly when we entered, ready to speak. He stood in front of the Alpha King’s desk, looking too eager, too proud of himself. The Alpha King sat behind the desk. His gaze shifted from Jason to us.


    “I called you all here for one reason,” the Alpha King said. “Alpha Jason hase forward with information about Leslie.”


    Solon barked augh. “Of course he did. Jason never misses a chance to be the center of attention. Father, there are better ways to handle this. Send messages to the other alphas and expand the search. If you rely on him, you will lose time.”


    Jason’s jaw tightened. “You can mock me all you want, Prince Solon, but I have something you do not. I know Leslie’s whereabouts. She is in the Windpaw pack.”


    Solon folded his arms. “You expect us to believe you? Convenient that you, of all people, are the one who suddenly knows where she is.”


    “I confirmed it with Alpha Lane himself,” Jason responded before turning his attention back to the Alpha King: ” Allow me to go to Windpaw. I will bring her back. We don’t have time to squabble amongst ourselves.”


    I watched Jason closely. His eagerness sickened me. This was not just about saving Talia. This was about carrying favor with the Alpha King and yet Jason would have everyone believe he still cared about Talia.


    ‘Disgusting bastard!’ my wolf growled within me. ‘Talia deserved so much more than wasting years with this fool.


    I wasn’t about to allow Jason to get away with his n. He ruined mine and I nned on repaying the favor,


    “I will go as well,” I said. “If Healer Leslie is to treat Talia, someone must judge her ability. We cannot let just anyone near her.”


    Solon spun toward me. His face was flushed with anger. “This is ridiculous. Jason seeks glory, and you…” his eyes narrowed, and I raised an eyebrow waiting for him to continue. “…you are still a suspect. Neither of you should go. I will go and bring back the healer.”


    The Alpha King raised his hand and Solon stopped talking. “We had a slip with our security. This is not the time


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    for Silverfang’s heir to be away,” he said. “Solon, you will stay. Alpha Jason and Alpha Nn will go.”


    Solon stared at his father, stunned by his decision. Jason tried to maintain a neutral face, but satisfaction crept into his expression. I kept my reaction neutral even though the order stunned me as much as it stunned Solon.


    I had just challenged the Alpha King days ago. The Alpha King suspected I had harmed his only daughter and yet, he was cing his daughter’s life in my hands. What happened? Why had he suddenly changed his outlook on me?


    “Father…” Solon began.


    “That is my order,” the Alpha King dered. The Alphamand mmed into me. He was ensuring that none of us resisted his order. “You will leave at once. Coordinate your route and do not dy. If Leslie is not inclined toe, you will persuade her. You will not return without her.”


    “Yes, my King,” I said through gritted teeth as I hated beingmanded.


    Jason bowed his head. “Understood.”


    We left together. As soon as the doors closed, Jason turned to me.


    “You should know something before we leave, Alpha Nn,” he said. “Leslie is not someone who respects titles. She won’te just because you demand it. If you show up with your attitude and your aggression, you’ll drive her away. If you want this to work, you’ll heed my advice and keep your mouth shut.”


    I sneered at his warning and then spun quickly, seizing him by the cor. I snatched him close to me. I could see the fear in his eyes as I red at him.


    “You do not give me orders,” I growled. “I think you have forgotten your ce in this sham of an alliance.”


    Jason let out a nervousugh. “Rx. Just a warm reminder.”


    Again, he was trying tomand me. I wanted to beat him until he could barely move, but I needed him for now. “ If you think you can flex in front of me, I will make sure you remember that mistake for the rest of your life,” I warned.


    “I’m not trying tomand you, really. We both want the same thing. We want to save Talia.”


    I released him slowly. He adjusted his cor, forcing a smile.


    “Then we understand each other,” I said.


    “Yes, of course,” he muttered. “We leave tonight.”


    J Judith GW


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