The Alpha King's Claim

The Alpha King’s Claim chapter 56 by desirenovel

Serena

Once all the Alphas left, I took a sigh of relief. Honestly, my nerves were all over the place before the meeting. After my nap and thank God, free of the headache, anxiety overtook me. I questioned myself if I would be able to face these men with confidence. If I would stammer… If I would become a laughing stock… I was second-guessing myself. But then, I thought of the family’s affected by the fire, their suffering, and their pain. I didn’t want to be a queen who chose to do nothing just because of nerves. I wanted to act and give these people a voice.

Rhea also helped me overcome my hesitation. She reminded me of my spunk back in Lord Hale’s lair against the ever haughty Sofia. She also mentioned about my boldness in front of the many vampires in that vampire auction. She had great belief in me. She was confident I could finish this meeting with flying colors.

And I was happy I was able to do so.

At one point, I got a little distracted when I saw the king observing us. My wrist mark burned with need when our eyes contacted. I had to control my neutral face from cracking else I’d embarrass myself in front of the Alphas. I was glad he remained silent during the whole meeting. I would have wanted his input too, but that could be reserved for later when we’re alone.

And speaking of alone…

I counted to ten whilst I gathered my writings on one folder.

One. Two…

And it didn’t even reach to three before the king materialized within my peripheral vision.

“It looks like you got my Alphas declaring their loyalty to you,” he commented, leaning against the lowest balustrade of the audience area.

I paused from fixing the papers and glanced at him. Goodness, he was looking as dashing and handsome as always, but this time, minus the scowl. As opposed to the many times we used to meet before last night, his eyes now were filled with unfettered desire. Very strong and very clear. And it was all directed to me.

“I was only doing my job as queen, Your Majesty,” I said, “but their loyalty would be a nice addition.”

“Hmm, keep that up and they’ll be declaring their love to you too.”

I narrowed my eyes at him before slowly sashaying towards his spot.

“Your Majesty…Aero, you can’t possibly be jealous over your subordinates, are you?” I couldn’t help but ask.

His eyes turned to slits and his mouth formed into a darker line.

“With you, Serena?” he pulled my shoulders quickly when I was an arm’s reach away and pressed me flush against his chest. “Always.”

My heart immediately quickened its pace.

I wasn’t able to reply for he captured my lips that moment. His kiss…oh they were the same as last night—crushing, punishing, and passionate. He devoured me and I was happy to give in.

“Hmmm,” I moaned as I returned his kisses. My hands wandered to his back and felt all the tense muscles there. It didn’t take long before I sensed the growing need in me.

I wanted to feel his body. I wanted him to taste all of me. I wanted him inside me again so much that my body was burning in flames. But as strong as these feelings were, my body was also aching for something…

“Hungry?” I muttered in between our kisses.

to me and groaned

Serena. For you,” he drawled, then started

chuckled at

his caressing. “What I

appeared

before crashing his

the same zeal,

“I am…famished though.”

sounds, my stomach was growling. The last time I ate, it was at lunch. The meeting with the Alphas was also draining

He was so cute, acting like a little boy that I

he said after staring deeply into my eyes, “but after

the widest grin in

“Highly noted, my king.”

He was thoughtful enough to give me some time with my food, but after the last of the

you tell me what you saw in that forest, Serena?” he started, staring straight at me with enough gravity. “I know remembering

smile. “My stomach is trained for such queasy moments. My adoptive father used to work in the police department of

he was surprised I was adopted? Or

few times before continuing, “then tell me, Serena. Before I

the witches holding a bloody sword, but that wasn’t what surprised me. It was the flames in his right hand. It was burning constantly but it appeared he wasn’t hurt at all.” I paused and

other than that?” he asked, leaning

fire yesterday, I saw that same cloaked

widened when I remembered

Halcynos able to capture him? Alpha Aaron said they would organize a

head. “No, unfortunately, the murderer-turned-arsonist got

the work of a witch, but

rerouted to the glass of wine in front of him. I gave him time. Plus, I was enjoying myself watching him display a serious

he murmured after

cheesecake-like dessert and looked up at him.

and used it to start a fire in the market,” he declared, so very sure of himself. Then, his mouth curved into a jeer. “Such a typical act if one wants to cause destruction and confusion in Phanteon. With your account, I can now verify

frowned upon

“That’s unacceptable.”

want this to happen? Werewolves could be arrogant and boastful, yes, based on what I know from mainstream media, but to

and werewolves always hated

of the possibility but quickly shook my head. No, I didn’t have enough evidence to back that up. Plus, it didn’t feel right to stereotype someone just because

how that culprit stole the witch’s magic and what was his motive for doing this?” Aero continued, creasing his forehead even more. Noticing how tight he clenched his hands on top of the table made me realize just how much

I couldn’t be of further

his attention to me. “On the contrary, Serena,

mood a little bit and

before, leave this problem to me,” he reached for his wine flute and took his last gulp of the contents. “Don’t worry too much. I

took a deep breath and urged myself

though. I…I don’t want you to get hurt