Betrayed by an alpha claimed by a lycan king

Chapter 39 SAGE

"My lady, are you planning to go somewhere?" Elara asked, curiosity evident in her eyes as she noticed me getting ready to

leave.

I hadn't anticipated Elara's arrival. If I had, I would have left much earlier. Now, I had to think quickly of a way to leave the palace unnoticed. "I stammered, my eyes darting around the chamber as I desperately tried to come up with a plan.

"N-NO,

"If you wish to go out, I can accompany you, my lady," she offered

"Can I?" I asked in genuine surprise.

She chuckled at my expression. "You're not a prisoner here, my lady. You can leave the palace whenever you want," she explained.

I scoffed. "That would have been useful information when I was still trying to escape this place for good, I murmured under my breath. my lady?" she asked, tilting her head.

Were you saying something, that you mention it, I think I'd like to go out. I want to look for a new dress," I said, improvising

"N-Nothing. I quickly denied. "Now that

"Of course, my lady. I'll inform the guards and prepare the car, she said before leaving the room.

Once Elara was gone, I let out a sigh of relief. This unexpected turn of events might actually work in my favor.

I hurriedly finished packing my bag, making sure everything was in place. I grabbed my cloak and dagger, slipping them into the bag, and waited for Elara to return. After a few moments, she reappeared, a smile on her face. "The car is ready, my lady. Shall we?"

I nodded, trying to maintain my composure. "Yes, let's go."

As we walked through the palace halls, I couldn't help but feel a mix of anxiety and anticipation. This was my chance to find the answers eded to understand the mark and my newly awakened wolf. I just had to make it to the witch without anyone noticing, not even Elara.

Though she has been nothing but good and accommodating since I arrived at the palace, I'm still not sure where her loyalty lies. Now that I'm harboring a great secret that may cost me my life, I can't trust anyone.

Elara led me to the car waiting outside. The driver opened the door, and I slipped inside, Elara following suit. The car started, and we drove away from the palace, the tension in my chest easing slightly with each passing moment,

As we left the palace grounds, I glanced at Elara, who was busy chatting with the driver about mundane matters. I knew I would have to make my move soon. The outskirts of the kingdom were still a considerable distance away, and I couldn't afford any delays. We reached the edge of the bustling city, and I saw my opportunity. "Elara, could you stop here? I just remembered I wanted to visit a specific shop nearby, I lied smoothly.

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let t out a loud sigh. I came here to find answers, but it seems like all I get are more questions."

"Now that the spell has broken, what happens next will be up to the moon goddess.

"Is there a way for me to stop it?"

"What's destined to happen will happen. There's no way to stop it, my child. I'm afraid you have nothing else to do but prepare," she answered.

I slumped my shoulders, feeling defeated. How will I go on with life knowing that the man I learned to cherish will die in my hands?

"Here, take this." Marin said as she handed me a dagger with symbols carved into its handle.

"What's this?" I asked curiously.

"It's called Moonblade. It's a weapon blessed by the Moon Goddess. It is the only tool that can vanquish the deep-rooted evil living inside His Majesty, the witch explained, her voice grave.

I was taken aback. "You know about the evil residing inside His Majesty? What do you know about the leviathan? Is there any way for me to kill it without sacrificing His Majesty's life?"

She gave me a long, thoughtful look. "You can find all the answers you are looking for here," she said, handing me a black book.

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I it, eager to find some guidance, but my excitement turned to confusion. "There's nothing in here," I said, flipping through the blank pages. "The answers will appear when you need them," the witch assured me.

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"But I need them now!" I exclaimed, feeling a surge of frustration and desperation.

The witch's expression softened. "I understand your frustration, Sage. The path ahead is difficult and uncertain, but you must keep your head clear. The moonblade is a powerful weapon, but its true power lies not just in its blade but in the strength and purity of the one who wields it." I cliched the book tightly, feeling the weight of my responsibility. "How do I make the answers appear? How do I use this

book?"

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"The book will reveal its secrets in time," Marin had cryptically assured me.

"How Will I

know when it's time?" I had pressed, but instead of an answer, she blew a handful of shimmering gold dust into the air before me.

Instinctively, I closed my eyes, trying to shield them from the glittering particles. When I cautiously opened them again, I found myself standing in the bustling market where I left Elara.

Confusion swirled within me as I scanned the crowd, but there was no sign of Marin or the place was just standing. Before I could gather my thoughts, Elara's familiar voice cut through the ambient noise of the market.

"My lady!" she called out urgently, drawing the attention of nearby vendors and shoppers. "Where have you been? I've been searching everywhere for you!" Her tone betrayed her worry and relief in equal measure. "I just lost my way, I lied.

She then let out a loud sigh of relief. Then her eyes fell on my hand. "What's that?" she asked, noticing the book clutched in

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"I found it at a book sale." I improvised quickly, tucking the book away in my bag before Ela. Lould scrutinize it further.

She then shrugged her shoulders and didn't press on the matter. "Why don't we go look for that dress you mentioned earlier?" she suggested.

A sense of urgency gripped me, and I shook my head gently. "Actually, Elara, I don't think I need the dress anymore. Let's return to the palace, I said decisively, eager to resume my research.

Elara looked puzzled but nodded in agreement, sensing my urgency. We made our way back to the palace swiftly, my mind racing with thoughts of the blank book and the mysteries it held. As we walked, I couldn't shake the feeling that time was slipping away, and each moment spent away from the answers I sought was a step closer to a perilous unknown. As Elara and I made our way to the palace, my mind was in turmoil, and I couldn't stop thinking about the fate that's waiting for me. The moment we stepped foot in the palace, I walked briskly towards my chamber.

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side my head that I failed to notice the imposing figure standing directly in my path. It wasn't until I collided headfirst into a solid, well-muscled chest that I realized someone was there. "I'm beginning to feel to feel jealous of whoever occupies your thoughts so completely that you didn't even see me standing here," Titus teased, a playful smile tugging at his lips. "Y-Your Majesty... I stammered, caught off toff guard.

"Where have you been?" he asked, his tone a mix of curiosity and concern.

"I was... just out for some fresh air, I lied, trying to maintain a casual demeanor. "Elara and I thought a walk might do me some good."

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Titus raised an eyebrow, clearly skeptical. "A walk? It hadn't been a day since you'd been released from your lockup. Aren't you pushing yourself too much? Shouldn't you be resting?" I'm fine, Your Majesty. "eded the walk," I insisted.

Titus studied me for a moment longer, then sighed. "Alright, but next time, let someone know where you're going. It's not

safe to wander off alone."

I nodded, feeling a pang of guilt for the deception. 'I understand. It won't happen again."

"Good," he said, his tone softening slightly. "Now, let's get you back inside. There are things we need to discuss."