Bought by the ruthless lycan king (Ruby and Killian) novel Chapter 158

Chapter 158

Chapter 158

Killian’s POV

“Will Ruby hate me when she sees this?”

It was the first thing that slipped from my lips.

The man beneath my boot groaned in pain, drool and blood mixing as they dripped from his mouth. I pressed harder on his throat. The crunch of bones beneath my heel sang like melody to my ears.

“Fear, hatred, or sorrow? Ah, no, that’s not like her. My Ruby knows me better than anyone. She’ll understand. A man must do what’s necessary when it comes to protecting his family,” I said, with a brightness in my tone that didn’t reach my eyes.

“P–please… please! Have mercy–ACKK!!”

“Tsk. How bold of you. I don’t recall giving you permission to speak,” I grumbled, twisting my foot, drawing another tortured gasp.

“Tell me, boy. Did you think this through before stepping into my territory? Do you even know who you’re dealing with?”

My eyes glowing crimson locked onto his.

“Your years are barely a scratch compared to mine. I’ve outlived empires, buried many leaders, and squashed roaches like you who dreamed of slaying a monarch.”

“For the love of all seven hells, you should’ve lived your short, fragile life in peace, boy.”

The man lying bruised and pitiful on the basement floor couldn’t have been older than thirty. To me, he was no more than a brat of three who should’ve been chasing butterflies in the garden, not groveling under my feet. And yet, this roach had dared to disguise himself and attempt to harm my youngest son, Elias.

My lovely wife would have been livid.

As gentle and loving as she is, Ruby turns into something fierce when it comes to our children. Believe it or not, she’s a woman made of kindness but show her a threat to her pups, and she’ll bare her fangs, unsheathe her claws, and tear that threat to pieces.

Luckily for him, she was wrapped in her little world of joyful that day. She had stayed behind to help Elias with his studies, while this insect was handled before he could crawl any closer.

What disturbed me more than his crime was his identity.

This man, Aztes was one of Ruby’s acquaintances from the Sundrench region. They spoke often, exchanged thoughts about business in the modern human world. It had taken me months to tame the flame of jealousy each time she connected with other men.

knew better than to restrain her freedom. It would’ve only poisoned our bond. No. I’ve worked hard to ensure she no longer sees me as a ruthless tyrant. At least not in her eyes. As for everyone else? They can rot.

Nevertheless, betrayal has a way of arriving uninvited.

Aztes, as it turned out, had been sent by those I once called kin. They are the very family I cast out from Sundrench. Instead of reflecting on their rebellion, they saw my mercy as disgrace. Shameless creatures.

Listening to Leonidas had been a wise move. He’s the only one in that accursed bloodline who still understands the meaning of loyalty. I don’t regret offering him the path to immortality. It was well–earned.

And I have no interest in replacing him with yet another fool when the time comes.

“My Queen cared for you, Aztes.”

Chapter 158

My jaw tightened at the mere thought of Ruby crying, her heart shattered by the betrayal of someone she had welcomed as a friend

She loved your son, just as she loves the little wolf pups we foster in the Sanctuary. That is who she is pure and overflowing with compassion. But you Aztes. Look what you’ve done!”

Rage surged through me like hatred in my veins.

“Ungrateful bastard.”

My foot slammed into his ribs. His body lifted off the ground, crashing into the stone wall like a discarded rag doll. The sound of the impact, followed by his helpless sobs, echoed through the chamber like the chorus of a dying hymn.

“I should end you here right now.”

My voice dropped into a deep growl. “What a blessing you are because I’ve left your fate to Ruby’s mercy not mine.”

I cast him one final glance coldly, my lips curled in disgust before turning on my

heel and walking away.

“Chain him. Let his wounds fester.”

“As you

command, Your Majesty.”

The soldiers bowed in perfect unison. They moved to carry out the order. Two others followed behind me assigned to escort me out of the dungeon.

I offered the wardens a curt wave as they gave their final salute. I didn’t want anyone else to follow me, except my Beta.

“Is it truly wise to inform your wife, Your Majesty?”

Leonidas walked at my side. “She’ll be heartbroken. Especially knowing it was you who left the punishment in her hands.”

“It would be far more painful if she heard it from someone else, Beta.”

My eyes stayed locked on the path ahead. The scent of summer drifted in the air, warm sunlight bathing the lands of Sundrench in golden light. In the distance, the hum of life stirred across the fertile earth.

“She’s my wife. A queen of a kingdom known for its might. Don’t mistake her grace for weakness. You, of all people, should know better she’s proven that to you more than once,” I stated firmly.

“My apologies, Your Majesty. I meant no disrespect. I only spoke out of concern for her,” Leonidas replied hurriedly, the usual spark of humor gone from

his tone.

“I know. And I respect that.”

A few moments later, we arrived at the palace. The Head Steward informed me that Ruby had returned from her journey. Leonidas split off toward the -barracks, while I was there nowhere else, I wanted to be than with her.

The first thing Ruby gave me was a smile as I found her in the King and Queen’s chambers. Her soft pink lips brushed against my cheek in greeting, and I answered with a kiss laced in endless longing.

“I missed you,” I murmured.

She laughed, and just like that, the gloom inside me began to fade.

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