Prince's Assassin Mate

Chapter 35

Writers POV

"I came here to practice, but you've taken my spot." He looked startled for a moment as she responded with a straight face.
"I was unaware that anyone practiced here, My Lady."
"Evidently, I do. So, could you please move?"
"Of course." He bowed and stepped back from the ring. She cinched her ponytail and began lightly stretching her hands. The Beta began to move toward an exercycle. She could feel his gaze on her, which creeped her out a little. She concentrated on the large blue sand-filled bag and began working on her kicks. The gym had several boxing areas, but this one was her favorite. Through a glass window, it provided a view of the beautiful forest outside. She could also see the training grounds around the corner from there. Her kicks landed flat on the bag, and she let out soft grunts as she worked harder. Kicks were followed by punches, and her thoughts wandered to a possible lurking danger and him. Her thoughts wandered back to the argument they had the other day.
After a long day at work, he had just returned to their chamber. She was seated near the window. He had attempted to strike up a conversation, but things had gone awry. She said something, he said something, and the usual evening conversation devolved into a full-fledged heated argument. She remembered telling him how much she despised the Goddess for pairing her with someone like him and seeing the hurt in his striking blue eyes. She kicked harder, but it landed flat on the bag and bounced back toward her, causing her to flinch.
"Are you okay, Your Highness?" She remembered she wasn't alone when she heard the Beta's concerned voice.
"I'm all right." She grumbled as she felt the Beta approach her.
"You shouldn't kick like that because it will hurt you. Let me demonstrate how you should go about it." He came up behind her and put his hand on her waist. She pushed his hand away from her waist and turned around moving further away.
"I don't recall asking for your assistance, Beta..."
"Robinson, Your Highness."
"Beta Robinson, now please excuse me."
She turned around and resumed her kicks and punches. She quickly spaced out, lost in the world of her punches and kicks. She came to a halt when something clicked in her mind.
"I'm so dumb!" She murmured to herself and hurriedly removed the hand binds and stormed out of the gym.

The afternoon was as peaceful as it could be when he's stuck behind his desk with a stack of papers in front of him. He'd been working nonstop, getting through everything that needed to be done. All of sudden an explosion shook the entire building in which his office was situated. His hands gripped the wooden table tightly, attempting to balance his falling body. When he looked out the window, he noticed black smoke and fire brewing from the west side of the building. Soon, the entire area was filled with terrified wolves screams and wailing. He dashed out of the office in the corridor after the impact of the explosion dissipated. The corridor was deserted, so he dashed down the stairs to the first floor. The floor was swarming with panicked wolves rushing around in a frenzy. He looked around and attempted to mind-link Nick, but his barrier was up. He couldn't reach him, so he dashed into the corridor in search of warriors.
"Warrior!" he summoned a young panicked warrior with a commanding voice. The warrior rushed up to him and bowed in fear, staring at him.
"Don't worry, we'll make it through. But first, I need you to find as many other guards and warriors as you can. Inform them that the building must be evacuated. And if you come across my Beta, tell him to mind-link me."
He instructed him by placing his hand on his shoulder. The warrior stared at him in a daze, his eyes filled with fear. Aiden shook him and roared once more.
"Did you understand? Stir it off and do your duties and responsibilities, warrior. You understand?"
"Y-yes Alpha." He rushed away, nodding his head.
Aiden dashed down the corridor, checking each door to make sure the rooms were empty. A few warriors were now on the corridors evacuating the wolves.
The building was soon completely evacuated, and he stood on the ground floor entrance hall, making certain that no one remained inside. He couldn't find his Beta, but he hoped he was safe. He turned to leave, but then he remembered, Ariel.
"Oh fuck!" He cursed vigorously and leaped out of the manor, looking for her. He looked and asked around but couldn't find her. That could only mean one thing! She was still inside somewhere.