The Werewolf King’s Mate
Chapter 40

Cory's POV:

She's here. Chloe is here. The lady I bumped into earlier was her. According to Lucas, her uncle was part of the council, and they would have a retrial. I don't feel good about this. Don't worry, dear. I will protect you if something happens. Hotah reassured.

Hmm. I couldn't help but wonder if there were any ulterior motives.

I sense that too. We don't know what kind of person this Hendrix is.

For now, let's keep our guard up.

"Hey, babe. You OK? I know it came out as a shock, but nothing to worry about."

"Yes, Lucas. I didn't expect her to be here."

My mind drifted somewhere, and I forgot I was in Lucas' office. After discussing the details with everyone else, he asked me to come to his office to discuss other matters. "What do you want to talk about, Lucas? Is it still about Chloe?"

"No, no, babe. I informed the council about you today, and they were happy."

"Really? That's great!"

"Yes, babe! They were glad to have their queen finally."

I am sensing a but here. They were happy but...I am not sure if this will be good news or bad news. Oh, goddess! If this is a piece of bad news, my brain's not going to take it anymore. "Okay, Lucas. But?"

He chuckled. Well, that's a good sign, right?

"Cute, babe. And yes, there's a but. We have agreed, babe, including me, that hiring a Sigma to teach you anything you need, including cultures, traditions, history, law, and other things, would be a good idea. I believe this would be beneficial for you. So what do you think?"

"Okay, first of all, I think this would be bad news! I was holding my breath, but I was glad it was that. This is interesting, and I would like to learn more if I were to be queen! I don't want to embarrass you."

"You will never embarrass me, babe. And thank you! We will look for the best sigma in each subject. I will also have Silas draft your schedule." "Alright! I'm looking forward to it!"

Lucas hugged me and kissed the top of my head. We stayed like that for a while. We were both on high alert and stressed when we learned about Chloe. He even went home early to make sure I was safe.

"I am glad you're OK, babe. For one second, I thought something had happened to you."

"I'm fine, Lucas. I was startled for a bit, but everything's good now."

"Don't worry, babe. I will do something about Chloe, fast."

I nodded. I trust Lucas will do what he says, but I am also worried about him. I don't think it will be easy, especially having a connection with the council.

"I will also do my best so you'll be proud!"

"I am already proud, babe. And I know you can do it!"

The few days were uneventful. Lucas attended meetings, trials, visits, and other king duties. He was mostly busy but always made it in time for dinner. Silas also informed me that they had found teachers for me, and he had already outlined my schedule. "Your majesty, here is your schedule. Your class will start tomorrow. It will be from 9 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon, daily, except Saturdays and Sundays. You will have breaks and lunchtime."

"That's great! Where are we going to have the classes?"

"You need to be at the library, your majesty. By the way, Lola will join you in some classes."

"Really? That's wonderful!"

"Yes, your majesty. We also found it beneficial for her to learn about a few things. Do you have any questions?"

"None at the moment, Silas. Thank you!"

I avoided going outside for a while. It scares me, and at the same time, I don't want to worry about Lucas. I am glad I am spending time in the kitchen anyway. I have been in the kitchen the past few days helping Chef Linguini prepare meals. He also gave me a few recipes to try. "How long have you been a Chef?"

Chef Linguini and I were in the middle of making Scarborough for dinner. He taught me the proper way of kneading the dough and the right temperature to make it hard on the outside but soft on the inside.

"I have been cooking almost my entire life, but I started as the Royal chef when I was 18."

"That's amazing! The Royal Family must love your cooking! Well, I do!"

"Thank you for the compliments, your Majesty. How are you coping in the kingdom?"

"Everything is good! I love it here, and the people are amazing!"

We continued to talk more. I left the kitchen as soon as we finished baking the bread. When I left, I accidentally stumbled upon other helpers working the chateau and heard them talking about...me. "So, are the rumors true?"

"What rumors?"

"That his Majesty's mate was an omega in her previous pack."

"Oh, I heard about that! And yes, it was confirmed! Others have been talking about it, and they heard that this was the topic during the last council meeting."

"Oh, my! Are they going to let her rule beside the king?"

"I heard they hired tutors for her."

"But an omega, huh?"

I left before I could hear the rest. I couldn't blame them nor get angry at them for what the rumors said was true. I was an omega before. And that was what I was concerned about. An omega turned into a queen. Of course, there will be doubts and speculations about it.

Don't mind them! Omega or not, it doesn't mean we will not be good leaders.

You're right, Hotah! We will start with classes tomorrow. I will listen and learn so I won't disappoint Lucas and the kingdom.

That's the spirit, dear!

****

My alarm went off at 8:00 in the morning, and I started preparing for my class.

"You're up early, babe. Your class is still at 9." Lucas was still groggy. He stayed up late last night to finish and sign documents.

"I know, but I don't want to be late for my first class. I want to make a good impression."

"Very fitting for a future Queen. But let's have breakfast first. I'll just quickly change."

"Alright! I'll wait for you downstairs, OK?"

I was the first to arrive at the dining table, and Lucas followed suit. Then later, the rest arrive. And as usual, Chef Linguini prepared a nice meal for everyone.

"Her Majesty and Madame Lola, Chef Linguini wishes you luck on your first day of classes. That is why he prepared brain foods - baked salmon, stirred vegetables with more broccoli, coffee, and for dessert, you have mixed fruits and dark chocolate dip." "That's wonderful, Alfred! Please send my regards to Chef Linguini!" "Yes, your Majesty."

"You know, the chef has been with the Royal family for years, and NOT ONCE did he prepare me meals because it was my first day of class." "Lucas!"

"What?! I'm just saying that you became their favorite in a couple of days!"

"Jealous much because they favor me now more than you?"

"O-of course not!" He is jealous.

"I will inform Chef Linguini about this, your Majesty."

"Alfred!"

Everyone laughed at how childish Lucas acted; even Alfred joined in by being sarcastic. Lucas just shook his head in disbelief. After our breakfast, Lola and I went to the library. We were able to arrive early, and glad that our tutor hadn't arrived yet. Five minutes past 9, we heard the door click, and a middle-aged woman arrived.

"Good morning, your Majesty and Madam. My apologies for being late. My alarm didn't work. I'm sorry."

"No worries! It's OK."

"Thank you, your Majesty. We can start with our class - History 101. I am Cresilda Burton, and I have been teaching history for my entire 35 years. You can say that I am a history buff, so if you have any questions about the past, you know who to call."

The rest of the class was interesting. Ms. Cresilda taught us about the birth of the moon goddess and how we created creatures, such as werewolves. I didn't expect that the moon goddess had a fascinating story and how we came about in this world.

"In earlier times, the moon goddess created only the wolf. They cannot shift to humans back then. However, when the moon goddess saw how the wolf rampaged and killed other creatures, she believed something was lacking - a human heart and mind. With this, the moon goddess gave the wolves to transform into humans to be the voice of reason, kindness, and compassion."

"What happened to the first werewolf? I mean, didn't the human and wolf clash? Was there any resistance from the wolf?"

"Good question, your Majesty. And that will be your homework for our next class. Find out about the first werewolf, and we'll discuss it. Class dismissed."