Chapter 8
The Pack of Ambel, Rowan’s pack, traces its origins back to the very foundation of the Kingdom. Its founding Alpha was both the younger brother and a devoted supporter of the first King of the Wolves. Initially, the Kingdom and the Park of Ambel shared a close and harmonious relationship.
However, as time passed, their paths began to diverge. The Kingdom chose its rulers based on strength–the most powerful werewolf became king or queen. In contrast, leadership within the Pack of Ambel was decided by blood; the Alpha’s successor was always their direct heir. This difference eventually sowed discord.
The Alpha of the Pack of Ambel was invariably a descendant of the First King of the Wolves, a lineage that carried immense power. Often, the Alpha was the strongest werewolf of their er
Yet, despite their unmatched strength, each Alpha steadfastly refused the royal throne, opting instead to remain solely the leader of their pack
Generations of kings and queens weaker than the Alpha of Ambel bred resentment and tension between the Kingdom and the Pack. This strained relationship escalated to the brink of war
To prevent a catastrophic conflict that would devastate not only werewolves but also the fragile human world, the Alpha of Ambel made a fateful decision: the pack would sever ties with the Kingdom. From that moment, they were labeled a rogue pack.
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Though occasional skirmishes occurred, peace was mostly maintained. Yet, the Kingdom’s people continued to view the Pack of Ambel as enemies, and their Alpha Rowan, who was well–known for his ruthlessness, gained infamy as the “Evil Rogue King.”
It was thus unthinkable when Rowan appeared at the Kingdom’s Founding Celebration.
“Warmors! Where are the warriors? Arrest him! The Evil Rogue is here!”
Alpha Gus’s shout reverberated through the grand hall. The Founding Celebration was the Kingdom’s most important event, and the hall was heavily guarded by warriors. At least a hundred of them were present, and Rowan stood alone.
But despite Gua’s frantic cries, the warriors hesitated, exchanging uncertain glances. Not a single one moved to follow his command.
Gus’s face turned red with frustration, his embarrassment mounting. Realizing he was being ignored, he exploded in rage.
“What are you doing?! Are you all deaft!” he screeched. “The criminal is standing right there! And it’s only one of him…! Hurry and apprehend
I watched Gus’s tantrum in silence. The warriors of the Kingdom answered to only one leader–me, their queen. How dare he bark orders at them in my presence Worse, some warriors lud actually hesitated. Did they not understand where their loyalty lay!
And how dare Gur call for the arrest of my guest, my chosen escort, and the Alpha of Ambel? How dare he call him a criminal? Did he not comprehend the dire consequences of harming the King of the Rogues?
My gaze hardened. I had not intended to cause such a stir by inviting Rowan to the celebration, but perhaps I had underestimated the risks.
I did not want to risk changing the future before tonight happens.” I thought to myself
I was playing with fire when I invited Rowan to the celebration, I thought grimly, a cold aura radiating from me. “What folly
I wonder. Why couldn’t resist the idea of having Rowan as my escort.‘
Still, I had invited Rowan. This chaos was my responsibility to resolve.”
Amid the rising tension, I spoke, my voice cutting through the din like a blade:
“Gus of South Myr–cease is at once.”
Then, I addressed the warriors.
“Warriors of the Kingdoms, as your queen and sale ruler maintain peace during the ceremony.”
My voice warcalm yet imbued with authority–the power of the monarch, a gift from the Moon Goddess. When invoked, no werewolf under the ruler’s domain could defy it. Though I had been queen for years. I had never wielded this power. Like a fool, I actively avoided it to maintain the sequiblaner of equally and tried treating everyone like my friend.
I was such. A foolish, foolish queen
The use of my power was a shock to everyone present. 1. their queen who seemed indifferent to all things, actually used the voice of a monarch because of a simple incident. Thus most of the werewolves present, especially the members of the council, were looking at me with wide eyes.
Nevertheless, at try
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y command, die chaos subúded. They had no clasice. Every werewolf in the hall, save Rowan, dropped to their knees–some
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reluctantly, others trembling. Gus fell silent, staring at me as though I were a ghost. The hesitant warriors who realized their folly turned pale with feat
I looked at each of them carefully, weighing on the next steps I should take.
Suddenly, the chaotic hall turned quiet, to the point that you could hear a needle dropping.
In the heavy silence, a low, alluring chuckle broke the tension.
I turned to Rowan and saw that he was watching me intently. Amusement glimmered in his eyes as though he were watching an entertaining play With an air of nonchalance, he released Gus’s arm, letting the man collapse further to the ground. And then, lie approached me slowly. Amazingly, 1. realized that each step he took towards me made me feel a little nervous inside.
But before I could think about it further, a charming smile appeared on his lips before he spoke in a seductive voice.
I appreciate your care and protection, but isn’t this a bit much?” The softly told me. It sounded as if he was talking to a close friend.
He continued, his tone dripping with honey. “After all, they’re merely questioning my presence at this celebration as your partner. There is no need for you to punish anyone. I could easily clear up the misunderstanding
y astonishment, Rowan produced a letter–the letter I had written when I invited him to be my escort at the founding celebration.
To my
I could simply show them this,” he said, holding the letter aloft. His voice was soft yet laden with implications. “One of your personal letters to me.. when you personally invited me to escort you in this celebration.”
“My dear Althea,” he said, my first name, which could only be uttered by those closest to me.
Suddenly, I froze.
This Rowan I could not help but still. After all, his words clearly suggested an intimacy that would scandalize the entire Kingdom–a hidden relationship between the Queen of the Wolves and the infamous Roque King.
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