The Rebel
Chapter 16

From Logan’s point of view:

I entered my pack’s territory, after spending all night in the forests.

The pack members nodded at me in acknowledgment and I nodded back.

My wolf was finally calm, after a night of struggle.

The uncontrollable heat finally ended indeed.

However, the methods I used left me running my hands through my hair and cursing myself.

But no matter what, I knew there was no other way.

The first heat is the strongest of all and it even tends to cause the wolf to injure the human.

I saw women tearing their skin off, going crazy and even running into forests.

The thugs of the forest are attracted by their scents and I myself have condemned some of the thugs who did horrible things to these women.

And if it’s not the thugs, I’ve even seen their companions force them to consume.

I couldn’t let anything happen to Vera.

So, I did what I had to do.

I locked her in the dungeons, chained and tied up.

Just the thought of her crying and struggling all night in pain made my heart ache.

Whore ! She was going to hate me even more now.

But knowing it was best for her, I accepted her hatred.

As I headed towards the dungeons, I just wanted to see if she was okay. The smell of b***d entered my senses as I entered the cold place.

My heavy steps headed towards his dungeon and I stopped at the entrance.

My eyes softened when I saw her lying in the corner.

Sleeping peacefully.

Making sure not to make any noise, I opened the door slowly and walked towards her.

I crouched on my knees.

Her forehead was covered in sweat and she was trembling slightly.

His wrists bore marks from last night.

As I placed my hand on her forehead, I noticed that she had a fever.

She was still struggling.

Sighing, I took off my jacket and placed it around her. She continued to shiver and I placed one hand under her knees and the other under her back.

I picked her up like my wife in my arms.

As soon as his skin came into direct contact with me, his shivering stopped and the creases on his forehead disappeared.

Her cheek rested on my heaving chest, and I looked at her and smiled.

It was perfect.

It was so perfect, with her in my arms.

I kicked the door open and went upstairs.

The pack members stopped to look at us, looking down when they saw my angry look.

Some greeted me, but I ignored them, focusing on the beauty in my arms.

I walked to my room, laid her on the bed and looked in the drawers for the medicine.

I ordered one of the maids to go get him something to eat.

I placed the medicine on the table next to her and wrote a note for her.

When she wakes up, she wouldn’t like to see my face.

And I wasn’t ready for another argument with her yet.

I placed a lingering k**s on his forehead.

I looked at his face for a few seconds before leaving.

“We need to completely mark our mate,” my wolf said and I sighed. That was the harsh reality, it couldn’t last much longer, once she recovered.

“I’m going to have to take this step, with or without his will.

Forgive me, Vera. But, I have to do it.

In the long run, I hope you understand why I did it. »

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Ben rushed inside as soon as I slowly closed the door behind her, careful not to wake her.

“Alpha, it’s urgent!” The captive…”

“Not here Ben. To the office,” I said and he followed me to the office. His steps rushed in comparison to my calm steps.

Nerves on edge.

“Tell me,” I said, walking in and taking a seat. The words he spoke next made me look at him in disbelief.

“The King’s son… Alpha Arnold has escaped, sir!” He…”

“What are you talking about, Ben! He was beaten brutally, he couldn’t even walk properly and you say he escaped? »

“Yes, but, Alpha. His door was open… I don’t know how that’s possible! I’ve mentally linked up with all the border guards… I hope we can catch him very soon. »

I got up from my seat, looked at him disappointedly, and started pacing back and forth in front of the door.

The vote was going to take place in a week, what was I going to do now?

He couldn’t be there, if he was, the bastard would make sure he won.

Shit !

“He couldn’t have escaped much further. Search everywhere. In every damn place and he can’t do it alone. There is someone helping him. »

“Indeed, Alpha. The door was closed from the outside. Someone broke in. »

The thought of an intruder entering my territory and having the audacity to do such a thing burned me with fury.

But, what aggravated me even more was the presence of Vera a few cells away.

What if they had hurt him? It was no secret that I had found my match.

How dangerous would she have been?

You’re so stupid, Logan! Shit !

“Take the best trackers in the country, Ben. Find me this bastard. Hell will freeze over before I let this father and son win. »

He nodded and left immediately while I stared at the court invitation on my desk.

My fists clenched as I stared at the royal seal.

I will fulfill my promise, mom and dad. I promise to take revenge.

Slamming my fist on the table, I let the burn ease my pain.

Let the game begins.

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A few days later

Vera’s point of view:

I haven’t seen him in days. He left me here in his room and disappeared himself.

The guards were outside my room, making sure I didn’t leave.

But to be honest, right now, I didn’t want to leave.

I just wanted to sleep and calm my stupid wolf down.

To help him regain his strength.

The food here was delicious without a doubt and the staff were also good.

But, I felt bad that I hadn’t seen him in a while.

” Where is he ?

Why doesn’t he come see me? »

I moved my hands to my forehead to feel his soft k****s on it, like the day before.

Yes, I was awake when he took me out of that horrible dungeon.

I was wide awake and yet I pretended to be sleeping peacefully.

My thoughts were interrupted by a knock on the door and I asked them to come inside.

To my surprise, Rosie walked in with a tray of food in her hands.

I haven’t seen her in days either. It was as if after replaceing out Ben was her mate, she disappeared.

However, it was quite common, we weren’t kids anymore and we had business to take care of.

My eyes moved to the mark on his neck and I met his gaze again.

She bowed and placed the tray next to me.

“Hello… Vera… I mean Luna. »

She looked nervous, but I couldn’t figure out why.

But how can we forget it, my cold personality scares almost everyone.

“Stop the crappy formalities, Rosie. You can call me Vera. »

She bit her l*p, sitting on the corner of the bed. She nodded at me and played with her hands on her knees.

As I took the tray of food and devoured it, we continued to sit in silence. I ate and she glanced at me furtively.

“You still haven’t accepted it.” Is not it ? »

I stopped eating. I almost threw the spoon into the bowl of soup to look at her.

” No. And I will never accept it. I’ll never be your Luna, Rosie, don’t forget that! I said, becoming surprisingly agitated by his question.

She just sighed, turning to take my hands in hers.

“Don’t be stubborn about this, Vera. He cares about you, why can’t you see it? »

I rolled my eyes. I looked at her in disbelief.

“He cares about me?” Yes of course. Do you lock those you care about in dungeons and let them suffer all night? »

“You brought it on yourself, Vera. If you had given in to the heat and let him-”

“Stop Rosie. Are you even listening to yourself? Why have you changed so much, where has the mulehead of the Silvermoon pack gone? »

“That’s how it is, Vera. Each female must adapt to the life of her companion. This is my new life. »

I mocked her, removing my hand from her grip and continuing to eat.

“Congratulations on your pathetic life then. Do the pack’s chores every day and satisfy their animals at night. Congratulations on being the perfect companion. »

“But, Vera. This is what is expected of us. He loves me and will always protect me. »

I didn’t answer. It was so wrong, but she would never understand it.

Or maybe they were right and I was wrong, I don’t know.

“Logan needs you, Vera. He is really stressed and agitated. You can help him. »

“The vote is in 2 days and there is a chance that the King will rig the votes again and make him lose. He deserves to be the next king, Vera and you will be the queen of the werewolves. »

She looked so happy, the queen of the werewolves?

Saperlipopette! I didn’t need such a title.

Being a Rebel was much better.

The Queen being the Rebel’s most wanted criminal made me chuckle in my head.

Oh boy, that looked like fun.

“You of all people know who I am, the Rebel. Yet, are you suggesting this? »

“I know, Vera and that’s why I’m here to help you.” As Queen, you can make laws for us women, Vera. You can convince Logan to make decisions. You won’t have to hide and protect women by being the Rebel. »

It was the first thing she said that made sense.

Can I make laws for women? Can I protect their rights?

“Think about it Vera. Don’t push him away. The absence of his mark on your neck is proof of the respect he has for you. »

I looked down at my knees. Could I think about it?

But my brother… He tortured him… He is inhuman like the others.

He is hungry for power, just like him.

The idea of ​​him becoming the king and gaining ultimate power scared me.

What if he was like my father… Power makes people like that.

Would it be an exception?

“No Vera!” Do not do that ! We have many women to help and many souls to save.

I will not use it to achieve my goals.

I don’t need him to save women.

I will always fight for justice using only one name.

And it will be the Rebel. »

She stopped in the doorway, her words making me look up at her.

“I’m going to suggest you make your decision soon, Vera. You must be present at the polling station the day after tomorrow and unmarked women are not allowed to enter. Good luck. »

I stared at his back in shock, forgetting about the food in my lap.

Unmarked women…are not allowed in?

What is this mess ?

Did that mean he was going to come and mark me tonight?

The very idea of ​​this gesture sent a shiver down my spine and a warmth that invaded me from the inside out.

My wolf howled happily in my mind as I stared at the closed door in fear.

Oh my god, it was going to be a rough night tonight.