SWNOVELS Chapter 81
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CARLYLE'S POV
The decision to contine Raina to the pack dungeon echoed through the
Ancient corridors, a somber decree born out of her audacious attempt to harm
the pack’s royals. The damp, dimly lit dungeon, usually reserved for the most
severe transgressions, now housed the source of recent turmoil.
As I approached the cold iron bars that scaled Raina within the subterranean
chamber, the air thickened with the residue of tension and retribution. She was
now stripped of the bravado that marked our encounter, locked eyes with a
mixture of defiance and realization.
“You brought this upon yourself, I stated firmly, the weight of leadership infusing
my words. The pack’s justice system demanded consequences for those who
threatened the very core of our
existence.
“You won't go scot—free with this, you'll have to face my brother for this, trust me!”
She swore but it only amused me, the way she acted. Ever since she helped me,
she never let the opportunity slide without rubbing it in my face that I sought her
help.
“You're wrong, dear. That's in your territory and not in mine.”
“Fuck you, Carlyle. Fuck you!” She yelled as I left.
The dungeon’s heavy door creaked open as I left, returning to my abode when a
messenger came to tell me that Alpha Rex seeks my audience. Smiling. I looked
at my behind, taking a moment to digest Raina’s expression.
Back, in my office, the door opened, revealing Raina’s brother, no other than
Rex, framed in the muted light of the corridor. His presence brought with it a
tension that reverberated through the stone walls.
“You've crossed a line by imprisoning my sister,” he declared, his gaze
unwavering. The air in the dungeon seemed to thicken as he stepped forward,
the subtle undercurrent of a challenge lingering.
“That's no friendly way to greet your fellow Alpha.”
I met his gaze evenly, acknowledging the gravity of the situation. I flashed him a
smile but he wasn’t smiling. Instead, he glared daggers at me like that.
“Her actions posed a threat to the royals and the stability of our pack.
Consequences are inevitable.” I finally said, offering him a
at to lay his butt.
He clenched his jaw, the lines of his face etched with frustration. “There must be
another way to resolve this. I'm here to negotiate her release.”
“Of course, there are, but are you sure that it would be ellicient?”
As the rival Alpha and I engaged in a delicate dance of diplomacy within the
confines of the
dungeon, the weight of responsibility pressed upon me. The shadows played on
the cold floor, bearing witness to the intricate interplay of alliances and tensions.
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“The safety of the pack is paramount. Raina’s release must come with
assurances of peace and a commitment to refrain from further aggression, I
asserted, my words carrying the weight of authority.
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Rex was torn between familial loyalty and the broader implications and he
nodded in reluctant understanding. The negotiations unfolded in the dim
dungeon, each word a careful maneuver on the intricate chessboard of pack
dynamics.
“I understand the necessity of consequences, but I propose an alternative,” the
rival Alpha suggested, his tone measured. “Release Raina, and in return, I offer a
pact of non—aggression. between our packs. Rex will provide valuable resources
to strengthen the alliance.”
The proposition hung in the air, the gravity of the offer demanding thoughtful
consideration. The dungeon’s cold walls seemed to absorb the deliberations, and
after a pregnant pause, I nodded in
agreement.
The safety of our packs is very important especially at that time when there were
other supernatural beings undergoing training in my pack. If Rex commits to this
pact and ensures Raina’s compliance, we can find a resolution that serves both
our interests,” I conceded, recognizing the delicate dance of diplomacy unfolding
in the dimly lit chamber.
“On one condition. She stays far away from this pack and hand over the Lupicure
essence while being at our service whenever we need her.”
The Lupicure essence was very essential to them but it wouldn't be bad if we had
control over it. It wouldn't work without a royal from their pack, so, it was a win—
win situation.
“Ok. I agreed to that condition.”
As the terms of the agreement crystallized, a semblance of accord emerged, the
rival Alpha. acknowledging the broader implications of maintaining peace within
our territories.
With the agreement reached, the dungeon’s heavy door creaked open once
more under my order, signaling a tentative step toward reconciliation.
RAINA'S POV
With a heart heavy with uncertainty, I ventured towards Carlyle’s chambers,
determined to lay bare the complexities that had woven a tapestry of distance
between us. A sliver of hope whispered that this moment might grant me a
chance to mend what was fractured.
As I approached the door, the soft murmur of voices reached my ears, and
hesitation hung in the air. Bracing myself, I pushed the door ajar, hoping for a
private encounter with Carlyle. However, what met my eyes was a scene that
unraveled my fragile expectations.
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Carlyle and Donnie, their proximity a poignant tableau of camaraderie, conversed
within the confines of the chamber. The atmosphere, thick with shared monients
and laughter, was a stark reminder of the bonds that had formed in my absence.
A wave of surprise and longing washed over me as I stood in the doorway, an
unintended intruder to a moment that spoke of connections that had transcended
my understanding. The pang of realization gripped my heart, knowing that the
private moment I had sought was now a tableau of
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shared laughter and shared confidences.
In that moment of revelation, I grappled with a spectrum of emotions—surprise,
yearning, and a pang of jealousy. The silent retreat from the doorway mirrored
the retreat of my hopes, leaving me to navigate the labyrinth of emotions that
now lay before me.
As soon as the guard approached, I had to pretend like I just got there. I never
knew iwas going to suffer an humiliation by doing that.
Donnie! That girl that took shelter in my pack now had the right to boss Carlyle’s
messenger. She shunned me off without an appearance. What audacity?
In the wake of the unexpected revelation, a concoction of emotions swirled within
me a blend of heartache, jealousy, and a desperate desire for resolution. Fueled
by a yearning to understand the dynamics at play, I found myself confiding in my
trusted maid, a confidante amidst the tumultuous sea of emotions.
“Marla, I need your help, I confided, my voice tinged with vulnerability. “I want to
understand Donnie’s routine, her habits. Please, keep an eye on her and report
back to me discreetly.”
Marla, loyal and discreet, nodded in understanding. “Of course, my lady. I'll
ensure you receive the information you seek.”
Days passed, each moment a tumult of emotions, as Marla discreetly observed
Donnie’s routine. Our discussions, shrouded in secrecy, became a lifeline in
navigating the complexities of my emotions and the unfolding narrative within the
pack.
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The day Marla reported that Donnie
was in the fields became a pivotal
moment. A plan took shape in my
mind an opportunity to confront, to
understand, and perhaps to reclaim
what seemed to slip away. If I kill
Donnie, Carlyle would possibly have
no choice but become attracted to
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“Today is the day, Marla,” I asserted with a determined spark in my eyes. “I need
to know the truth, and I must confront Donnie.”
Marla, though torn by the weight of loyalty, nodded understandingly.
“Be cautious, my lady. Truths have a way of revealing more than we anticipate.”
With a mixture of resolve and uncertainty, I ventured towards the fields to
accomplish my aim.
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Hidden amidst the foliage, I observed
the scene in the fields with a heart
heavy with expectation and dread.
Donnie was engrossed in the
conversation with someone, shared
laughter that seemed to echo
through the air. My eyes narrowed
with my focus sharpening as I
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Mason, blissfully unaware, played around cheerfully, his laughter intermingling
with the voices. As I strained to hear, the words became discernible, each
syllable carving deeper into the recesses of my emotions.
“Donnie, you've been a constant support. I appreciate all you've done,” The voice
was unfamiliar yet filled with gratitude.
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A surge of anger pulsed through me, a bitter cocktail of resentment and
frustration. Mason's innocent playfulness, a stark contrast to the turmoil within
me, further fueled the tempest of
emotions.
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I struggled to maintain composure,
hidden in the shadows, as the
conversation continued. The
laughter, the camaraderie a tableau
of connection that seemed to mock
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Torn between the yearning for understanding and the storm of jealousy within, I
had it fully in mind that come what may, I was going to have my revenge. All that
happiness should be mine and
mine alone.
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