Chapter 98
Lewana POV
I wake up surprisingly refreshed and enjoying the sensation of being surrounded by bedding that smells like Conrad. In my current naked state it feels like I’m close to him and just enjoy the softness of the sheets on my skin.
I turn and look at the clock he keeps on his bedside table. It’s 1pm. Crap, I’ve slept the whole day away. I run to my room and have a quick shower and get changed. I’m starving so I go straight to the kitchen to find Mary.
“Oh honey, you’re up. Honestly, I don’t know what Conrad was thinking keeping you out all night before a pack run. I’m just glad you could rest. Conrad told me this morning it might be a ….. big night for you“.
I look nervously down. Of course, he told her. Liam probably knows as well. They were going to find out anyway tonight but it doesn’t calm my nerves. “I guess it will be. I just hope it goes OK“.
“It will. The pack loves you and will protect you from anyone trying anything sketchy. Speaking of which. Donovan brought you a gift and asked me to keep it here for you“.
What. She hands me a tub of workout recovery powder. High–end and expensive stuff. I never really used this type of stuff before so just read the back for ingredients. Basically a lot of vitamins and minerals.
I look at Mary confused. “Did he say why“.
“He said something about wanting to take care of the Alpha King’s mate to show that he is committed to you. I think he is trying to lessen the blow from his disciplinary action“. She is definitely right about that.
“Does Conrad know“.
“I didn’t tell him. Whatever this is or what his plans are, I want no part of it. Figured I would leave that up to you. You
better hurry up though. Michelle is waiting in her room with an outfit for tonight and I have to get back to work with
Willow“.
I don’t ask about Willow as that seems like a tomorrow problem now. I finish eating and head up to see Michelle. She is giddy as anything when I walk in and starts teasing me about this morning with Conrad.
“How the hell do you know about that“.
“Liam told me Cordelia was all pouty this morning and wanted Conrad to kiss her. He said he would if he didn’t mind the
taste of you on his lips“.
My jaw drops as Michelle giggles. That bitch wanted to kiss my mate. Even now she still thinks she can have him. I’m honestly hoping at some point she slaps me again so I can punch her in the face.
Michelle redirects my attention to the outfit she has made for tonight. It looks like a glamorous long tunic dress. It has a belt but can be fully open on both sides so even Serena can put her head in it so I can be fully covered at all times.
I thank her for this and we gossip a bit more before I head off to the gym.
I am doing some boxing in the background as Liam is training some of the guards. I see Ewan doing some grappling moves and he is getting slow and sloppy. I have been watching him for some time and know he has been keeping a secret. If it is starting to affect his ability to defend himself then now is the time to address it.
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I go over to the ring and watch.
Liam and Ewan do a move again and again, and Ewan fumbles it.
Liam is clearly getting frustrated. “Focus Ewan. You would be dead by now if this was another rogue attack“.
I intervene. “Oh leave him alone Liam“.
He turns and rolls his eyes at me. “You know more than anyone how important these skills are. Why are you defending
him“.
I just casually shrug. “Cause I get. I would be exhausted too if I was sneaking out past curfew to have make–out sessions with Lady Darlina most nights“.
Ewan freezes. All the color drains from his face as every person in the gym turns to him. Two other guards start to walk
over. They look similar to him so they must be his brothers.
Liam gets an evil grin on his face. “Oh really“.
I keep acting nonchalantly. “Yeah. Do you think you could have a chat with him about balancing romance with pack duties.
Think you would be best to handle that conversation“.
He starts laughing. “Oh don’t worry. We will be having a long conversation“.
I turn and look at Ewan who is practically turning green. “Curfew is in place for a reason. She can’t defend herself and you still learning. Stick to it in the future“.
He just gulps and nods. Will have to do more follow–up on that tomorrow.
I head to the kitchen and decide to try the powder stuff Donovan got. It’s completely sealed and a brand new packet. I mix a scoop in some water and surprised, it tastes really nice. I check in with Serena to see if she likes it and she does. Figure there is no point in letting it go to waste to add it to my routine.
I head off to my room to get ready. I love the outfit Michelle has made to keep my hair natural. It’s easier for the run.
As there will be a presentation part to this we are starting the pack run in the field near the compound. It is surrounded by trees and a large stage has been set up for announcements. Most of the pack are already here waiting and I can see Conrad in sweats and a singlet.
I walk over to him and can’t help but rub my fingertips down his showing biceps.
He leans down to whisper in my ear. “I saw how much you like them in the shower this morning so have decided to show them off more for you“.
I start to go red and turn my face to hide but he pulls me in for a kiss and I know both of us are bracing for tonight.
