The Alpha King's Mate novel Chapter 43

Even though I was in King Fenris's castle, I felt so happy knowing I was Luna and Queen of Moon Crest Valley and Alpha King Damon's mate.

I now have to protect my people, the wolf packs in Moon Crest Valley and save as many humans as I can in West Wallow.

I climb into bed and fall asleep.

Maia

It's bright and early. Jewel and Leah bathe and dress me for the day. I tell Jewel and Leah I would like to explore West Wallow, visit some villages, and ask if they can inform King Fenris of my plans.

Releasing my hair from the bun, Leah insists I at least put some flower pins in, but I kindly refuse.

Jewel and Leah exit the room to help prepare breakfast and let King Fenris know of my wishes while I stand in the fresh morning air on the balcony taking in the view of the lake.

Skipping out of the room and down the stairs to the dining room, I wait for King Fenris. He enters the dining room a few moments later and sits opposite me.

"Good morning, King Fenris," I say with a big smile. "Well, my love, you are extra chirpy today. I was just informed you have plans to explore our kingdom?" He asks.

"Yes, I want to learn more about this kingdom, see the villages, and meet the people," I smile.

"I see... well, I already have plans for you. First, we are going to the training fields, as today the army will leave and head toward Moon Crest Valley for war. We will be going with them,"

I choke on my breakfast at his words and quickly compose myself.

"Oh, already?" I ask as I try to mask the worry in my voice.

"Yes, we will reach the border in a few days. Commander James will lead them under my orders, where the soldiers will take out as many werewolf villages as they can. Then I will lead them to Moon Crest Castle, where we will burn the castle to the ground. After that, I will claim Moon Crest Valley for myself and make you my Queen. Once I have the head of Alpha King Damon in my hands, of course," He smiles.

I try to stay calm.

"But King Fenris, thousands of people will die!" I say as my eyes well.

He slams his fist on the table: Frightened, I flinch.

"Damn it, Maia, do you want the wolves to take over, to rule West Wallow and kill our people?" He says angrily.

"Sir Hugo," I say with a smile and a nod.

"It's just Hugo now..." he says and looks away.

"Oh, But I thought..."

"After you refused to... cut my head off. King Fenris removed my knighthood status. He said I was no longer welcome to enter the castle grounds or go anywhere near you, or he would follow through and have me beheaded,"

I gasp.

"Sir Hugo! I mean Hugo, I'm so sorry. I didn't know," I say with worry.

"Of course, you didn't know, kitten... there is a lot you are not meant to know,"

"What do you mean by that?" I ask.