Chapter 446 – Hidden Desires of the Werewolf King Novel

Filed To Story: Veiled Desires of the Alpha King Novel

Dayson still remembers how they tried to use him when he took over as the Alpha. Some of them advised him to give up the territory to other packs because he was young and inexperienced. They wrapped all that into lies of protecting the best interests of the pack, but Dayson knew that those Elders were doing it for benefit. That’s why Dayson allowed them to keep the roles, but he removed them from any duties that might be impactful.

Dayson’s hostility toward Elders was amplified by his suspicion that some of them were involved in the so-called accident where his parents perished.

Dayson released a long breath to stabilize his emotions. By thinking about the past, he was getting angry, and he didn’t want Talia to feel his turmoil. She should be composed and happy because tonight is the night his kitten will finally step forward as his woman in front of pack members. Dayson was excited.

…

Talia came out of the closet, and she paused at the majestic sight of Dayson from the back.

He was standing ramrod straight, with his hands behind his broad back, in a black short-sleeved shirt that was tucked in his black pants, and his raven-black hair was slicked back. He was ready for the party, at least from the outside. Talia could feel emotions brewing inside him, and she knew that he had a lot on his mind.

She tiptoed toward Dayson and hugged him from the back.

“It will be OK.”, she said.

Dayson put his hands over Talia’s that were resting on his chest.

“It will.”

They were comforting each other, even though neither of them knew how this evening will end.

Dayson and Talia discussed this, objectively and rationally, and they knew that this was not the best time to reveal the truth that they were mates but… when was the good time?

“Let me see you.”, Dayson said and turned to face Talia.

She stepped back and twirled on her toes. “What do you think?”

He wanted her to wear white or silver because she was so pure and adorable, but she insisted on a dark color to match him.

Dayson let her have it. In his eyes, she looked perfect in anything.

Talia was wearing a black short-sleeved dress that hugged her upper body and flared from the waist down, reaching just above her knees. The line in the area of her waist was embellished with small crystals and sparkling, and her hair was slightly wavy and pinned above her ears with pins that had sparkling crystals, just like her dress. Talia’s appearance was youthful and elegant, with just a touch of makeup, and Dayson thought that she looked like a fairy. His fairy.

“You are stunning.”, Dayson said and licked his lips slowly. “But I prefer you naked.”

Talia rolled her eyes, but she enjoyed the compliment. And she knew that he meant it. Both of those.

Dayson paused for a moment before saying, “Travis is on his way to the study. He just did a checkup on Marcy and has updates.”

“Let’s go.” She also wanted to hear updates.

…

The news Travis brought was not catastrophic, but it was not good either. Marcy’s condition was still deteriorating and if she doesn’t show signs of improvement at the checkup the next morning, Travis wanted Marcy to be transferred to the hospital.

With that, Travis took his medical bag and headed out of the study.

“Will you come to the party?”, Talia asked Travis before he reached the door. As the pack doctor, he was invited.

“Yes. I am going to check on Commander George, and then I will get ready.” He gestured toward his t-shirt and shorts. “This is not party appropriate.”

Talia smiled, happy that another friendly face will be there. She remembered one thing, “Did you mind-link Dawn? To make sure it’s safe to… uhm… you know.”

“I did, before coming here.”, Travis assured her that things were under control. He knew that newly-mated couples can’t get their hands off each other, and that’s why he gave Dawn a heads-up so that she and George were not in a compromising situation when he comes. He didn’t want to intrude.

“Dinner will be served at seven.”, Talia reminded him.

“I will be back by then.”, Travis said and bowed to Dayson before heading out. He wanted to bow to Talia also, but he feared that Dayson will be hostile. Travis decided to feign ignorance about Talia being their Luna until Dayson announces it officially.

Travis nearly bumped into Jaeden and Maya who were about to knock on the door.

“Are we late for updates?”, Jaeden asked. They knew that Travis was here.

“Come in.”, Dayson called. “We will tell you the gist of it. Travis has work to do before he can join the party.”

Jaeden and Maya didn’t like the news that Marcy’s condition is worsening.

They were hoping that Marcy will appear at the party and be able to turn this situation around. Marcy was definitely hiding the fact that George was her mate, and Maya thought that they can use that information to blackmail Marcy into obedience.

“This party has a horrible timing, but it’s too late to cancel.”, Maya said. “First guests are arriving as we speak. Everything we planned either failed or was only halfway done and that brought us to the current situation where most of the guests will expect to see Marcy as our future Luna.”

Dayson pinched the roof of his nose. They had one thing that could discredit Marcy as his Luna, the video of George accepting Marcy’s rejection. Unfortunately, that would disclose George’s identity, and Dayson wanted to avoid that if possible.

In Dayson’s opinion, George could be a valuable pawn, or maybe even an ally, but if they announce that the Alpha of the Frostcrest pack is alive, George will turn into an enemy and will be a threat, assuming that he lives long for that. And Dayson knew that Talia won’t forgive him if he endangers Dawn’s mate.

They needed another way to deal with this situation.

“Any last-minute ideas?”, Dayson asked his Betas.

“I think that you should tell everyone that Talia is your mate, right away.”, Jaeden said. “You know how they are, echoing each other’s nonsense and finding strength in numbers. The longer we delay this, the more they will reinforce the idea that Talia is your assistant, and with Marcy not showing up, they will assume that she is going for the dramatic effect of the main guest coming last.”

Maya didn’t think it was that bad. “We don’t need to announce Talia as the Luna right away. I agree. Guests will talk among each other, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. We can use that to sway opinions.” She made a dramatic pause before continuing. “We can discredit Marcy and remind people about Talia’s recent contributions. The more people have a favorable opinion of Talia, the better. And then, there is the bond. People who believe that the mate bond is sacred, won’t dare to raise their voices against Talia.”

“But I’m not marked.”, Talia reminded everyone. “Why would they believe I’m Dayson’s mate, and not an excuse to reject Marcy and stir trouble with the Red Moon pack?”

“Shaman Gideon could help with that.”, Jaeden said.

“Is he coming?”, Dayson asked.

Maya shook her head and shrugged, indicating that she was not sure. The man didn’t RSVP, and his mind-link was shut down, so it was highly likely he had no plans to attend this event.

“Do you think he can help?”, Talia asked as the spark of hope ignited in her.

“Definitely.”, Maya and Jaeden said in unison, and Maya explained, “He could perform a ritual that will confirm you are mates. Many of these old geezers respect him because they believe that he is the spokesperson for the Moon Goddess.”

Talia looked at Dayson. “We need to make sure he comes.”

Dayson made a face. “Do you think I should drag him here?”

“I know you have a grudge with him, but we can ask him politely. In person.”, Talia said.

Dayson groaned. “He doesn’t like me.” And Dayson didn’t like him either.

“He was nice toward me.”, Talia reminded Dayson. Gideon was nice, all to the point when Dayson came and broke the door and dragged Talia out of there.

“Nice doesn’t cut it, kitten. Our grudges run deep.”

Talia looked at him stubbornly. “I want to try.”

Maya and Jaeden took a step back, ready to watch the show because this was their Luna standing up to the Alpha. The only thing missing was the popcorn for Betas to munch on.

Dayson was exasperated. “We can’t go now. It takes at least half an hour to reach there and come back, and who knows how much time it will take him to get ready, assuming that you can convince him to come. Guests are here, what will they say if hosts don’t show up for the first hour or two of the party?”

“Host.”, Talia said.

Dayson didn’t get it. “What?”

“Host.”, Talia repeated. “They are expecting you. Not the two of us.”

Dayson’s brows came together in a frown when he realized… “You want to go there without me. That’s not happening.”

Talia steeled her resolve. “You need to stay here, appear among guests, and stir the conversation in the direction where Marcy is bad and I’m good. I’m not needed for it. Actually, it’s better if I’m not here because I will just sound like a bitter woman, and people will think that you are saying nice things about me only because I’m present.”

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