The Alphas Prize

Chapter 7: The tree - Part 2/2

It took everything in me not to lose my shit and rip her face-off, but I remained silent and just sent her a death glare, to which she smirked at and then walked away.

I took in a deep breath and continued walking towards the back door. Calyx rushed to my side. "Sorry about that, and don't worry about Eve; she is just a petty, jealous bitch."

I grunted, "Yea, I caught that."

We stepped out the back door and into the yard. As I stood there taking everything in, I noticed a small labyrinth in the center of the yard. There were also beautiful, lush gardens filled with various flowers, fruits, and vegetables within the yard. Finally, to my left, was the small pond and the towering willow tree.

I began walking towards the tree; it was so breathtaking. The tree had a swing hanging from it and a small bench next to it. As I approached the tree, I could feel Calyx watching me intently, as if burning a hole in the back of my head. But I ignored it and continued to my destination; the tree was even more magnificent up close; it was so large and beautiful, the leaves were bright and vibrant.

I walked up to the pond and peered in; it was filled with numerous colourful Koi fish. I leaned against the edge and gazed at the fish swimming around carelessly when Calyx came to my side. "Are you ok? You seem a little lost?" He said gently.

"I'm fine, and even if I told you I wasn't fine, it doesn't change anything," I said as I walked over to the swing and sat down.

"Talk to me; you might feel better," He said with a smile as he sat down on the bench.

"I don't like to talk about my feelings, especially with someone I don't know." Did he think I was stupid or something? I wasn't going to tell him anything, especially when he would go and tell Cain everything.

Calyx pursed his lips. "Fair enough; what do you want to know?" He asked me.

I pursed my lips and thought for a moment of what I wanted to ask. "I want to know why your brother chose me? He is an Alpha; he's not bad on the eyes; Cain could have anyone he wants, even little miss Barbie in there." Everything about this situation didn't make sense, especially why Cain would want someone like me as his Luna.

He started laughing and clapped his hands together. "Wow, I love it. I can't explain why he chose you. He is dead set on the fact that you're his mate, and maybe he sees something in you. I know he is difficult and stubborn, but years of being an Alpha will do that to you, and he wasn't always like this; Cain used to be....different. So maybe you'll bring the old him back." Calyx said hopefully while shrugging his shoulders.

I rolled my eyes. "I doubt that, and as soon as I get the chance, I'm gone. I don't plan on sticking around." I stated.

His facial features turned severe. "That would not be wise; Cain has many enemies who would love to get their hands on his mate, and if they don't get to you, Cain will find you, and it won't be pleasant."

I narrowed my eyes and leaned forward a bit. "Well, he has to catch me first."

I started to swing back and forth. I leaned back on the swing and stared up at the tree, losing myself in its beauty and attempting to clear my mind of everything, even just for a moment. The sun shined through the small spaces of the tree, making it look even more magnificent. As I continued swinging, I noticed that Calyx rose from the bench out of the corner of my eye.

"We should head inside now. It's going to be lunchtime soon, and I have some work that I need to finish."

I sighed. "You can go in; I'll be fine out here on my own. I am a big girl who is more than capable of taking care of herself." I said assuredly.

He pursed his lips. "I don't doubt that you can, Freja. However, I have orders. So, I can't leave you out here on your own." His tone was stern and severe now.

I shook my head. "You truly know how to make a girl feel like a prisoner." I smiled sarcastically at him.

Calyx turned his gaze away from me and just stood there silently. I jumped off the swing. "You are no fun; you know that? Fine, let's go back into the dungeon." I huffed.

He chuckled. "You are something else."

We began heading towards the house when a chill ran down my spine, and I got the feeling that someone was watching me. I stopped in my tracks and looked behind me. I scanned the trees carefully and sniffed the air; my wolf was growling, her hackles raised, telling me she could feel it too.

Calyx noticed I stopped and came to my side; he placed a hand on my shoulder, causing me to flinch. "Hey, what's wrong? Are you alright?" He questioned with concern.

I continued to scan the trees and smell the air around me, but there was nothing. I didn't pick up on any strange smells, and I couldn't see anything alarming, not that my wolf or I could see.

I turned to Calyx. "I'm fine; everything's ok," I reassured him.

His brows scrunched together. "Are you sure?"

"Yea, I'm sure," I replied with a smile, but calyx wasn't buying it, I could tell, as he had a questionable look on his face. So I turned around and continued towards the house.

The door swung open before we entered the house, and Cain stood there, his body tense. "About fucking time. Calyx, there has been a breach. I need you to go to the border with the others; you know what to do." Cain turned to me. "As for you, I want you back in the house and to go to our room immediately." He demanded.

I fucking knew there was someone there! "Let me help, please."

"Not a fucking chance!" Cain grabbed my arm and began dragging me inside the house.

I struggled and tried to free myself from his grip as he dragged me through the house and towards my dungeon. "Let me go; I am not a fucking child; let me help. I won't wander off or try anything. I am a good hunter and fighter." I attempted to plead with him; I wanted to know who was there and what they wanted, mostly why they had been watching me.

He spun around and looked deep into my eyes
"Not happening, and that's final!" Cain boomed.

We reached the bedroom, and he tossed me inside like I was a rag doll, quickly slamming the door closed and locking it.

I rushed towards the door, banging on it and screaming for him to let me out, but it was useless. I ran over to the balcony doors, but they were also locked. I looked outside, trying to get a glimpse of anything, but I could only see the garden and the spot where Calyx and I had just come from, and there was no one around.