The Alpha's Unwanted Luna (by Miss L) novel Chapter 188

Chapter 188

99 – Kennedy

“I’m honestly not sure how I’m supposed to help you find your mate,” I said cautiously, trying to keep him talking long enough for my team to pick up the trail. “But I don’t understand why you need both Ryker and me involved.” I added, hoping to buy some time. “And, by the way… Dirk here still hasn’t even told me your name. Your servants clearly lack basic manners when it comes to formal introductions.”

That comment earned me a sharp slap across the face, completely out of nowhere. I staggered sideways, my vision flashing white spots as a burning pain radiated from my cheekbone. It felt like it might be fractured. Slowly, I managed to push myself back up into a sitting position, cradling my left cheek with my hand.

“I’m no damn servant, you little bitch,” Dirk spat venomously. “I’m a warrior.”

“That’s debatable,” I muttered through clenched teeth, the words slipping out from the right side of my mouth. “Just so you know, you’re going to lose your arm for that.” I tried to keep my voice steady and calm, though inside I was bracing for whatever might come next. Dirk’s face twisted with rage, looking like a cartoon character ready to explode.

He raised his arm to strike again, but before he could, the unknown alpha grabbed his wrist firmly and shot him a warning glare. “I don’t want a war here,” he said quietly but firmly. “And if you lay another hand on her, that’s exactly what you’ll get. Count yourself lucky if you walk away with all your limbs intact.”

Dirk’s furious gaze shifted to his leader. “She’s your prisoner. Why are you taking her side?”

“Because an alpha kills for their mate,” the stranger replied coldly. “You’ve already hurt her more than once tonight, causing her pain and suffering.”

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“How else were we supposed to get her here?” Dirk snapped back. “I didn’t see you out there risking your neck for her.”

“I have to keep things organized here,” the alpha answered, his tone low but firm. “You’ve messed up so many times, I’ve had to make sure the others stayed hidden and taken care of. We can’t afford to move again. Don’t you understand that? Finish the job so we can finally move on with our lives. This has dragged on long enough. I need my mate. We need our Luna. And I can’t do that without them.” He gestured toward me.

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