Chapter 47
(Author’s POV)
*Morning of the Night Camp*
As the door slammed shut, Noah threw a document at Alaric angrily, ” ALARIC EVERESTS, I have warned you, so, many, times, do not do anything you will regret in the future. You are supposed to be the future Lycan Alpha, you are my heir apparent, but that doesn’t give you the right to behave rudely with our guests, whether it is a wolf, a human or something else, got it.” His nostrils were flaring up.
“But father, all the humans are like that. They took Nora away from us when she was just born and my brother’s mated, Hannah away as well, because of their so called greed. I cannot, no; I will not trust any human in my life, ever. That girl, who calls herself Nora’s friend HAS a hidden motive, I can bet.” Alaric said haughtily, taking stand for himself.
Noah clenched his fist tightly, suppressing Arth from taking over. Arth, Noah’s wolf, was sensitive about the time when Nora was kidnapped right under their nose. He, being a prideful and dignified wolf, was devastated by that incident.
Taking his seat, he loosened his tie knot frustratingly, glaring at Alaric as he said, ” Enough now, we have talked about this. And do you really think, someone from the human kind alone is capable to do these things so openly against us and never getting caught? Do you really think so p>
Alaric narrowed at Noah’s words, “So, what you mean is that someone other than the humans are also involved in this? Did you find something, any clue p>
Noah sighted at his son’s temperament, “You know, our family has the long standing history of being the only one in the world who has Lycan as well as Alpha blood flowing in us. As the Lycan King myself, I do have many people around me or those who want to curry favor me, but there are a lot of those who wants my blood and flesh, our blood and flesh. Not everyone’s on our side, son p>
“It means there is a traitor amongst our people?” Alaric looked at Noah dead in the eye.
“But all the wolves in the tribe have sworn allegiance to you with their blood, father. They wouldn’t dare to do such things. No, they simply cannot do that if they don’t want to die a gruesome death p>
“That’s why this case is tricky. It can be someone from our people, which I hope is not the case. It can be some other race as well. The eagle tribes and the bear tribes have been competing with us since millennia for power and control. There may have not been a conflict amongst us right now, but we can never be off guard against them. Remember Alaric, there are more foes than friends out there, for beings like us. ” Noah conveyed Alaric.
With a serious face, Alaric added, ” Father, I would like to investigate this case with you. I’ll tear everyone and anyone apart who is involved in such conspiracy. Whoever it maybe, I’ll see to it that they get a life worse than death. “
“No, you will not. I know you want to investigate so that you can exterminate the mastermind but your temperament isn’t suitable for that. We have to be extra careful now that we have Nora back with us. Whosoever is playing this game will show up again eventually. We just have to set bait and wait.” Noah explained to Alaric his plan to capture the attacker. ” For that, we absolutely need Ms. Myra Miracle, do you get it now p>
Alaric was stunned when the realization hit him, “So, you are saying, that peas-, I mean that girl will be our bait to catch the mastermind. Do mother and Nora know about this p>
” This is only between you and me for now. You know how your mother is. She already likes Myra, and so do I. But Sara will never agree to it. As for Nora, she doesn’t need to know about it. Also, this will help you in clearing your doubts about Ms. Miracle. We did have had a thorough background check on her but this will give all of us assurity.” Noah answered Alaric’s questions.
“What happened at the table, your announcement, everything was a setup, correct?” Alaric added one more question, feeling relieved.
Noah leaned on the table, his hands covering his mouth, “Yes and no. That was your mother’s decision and I was just following it. Now enough with the questions. I have a task for you, you have to, closely observe Ms. Miracle. Stay close to her. See to it, who she’s meeting, who she’s talking to other than our family members, who approaches her, everything. And for that to happen, you need to let go of that attitude. Now you are dismissed p>
“Yes father” Alaric was happy inside, ’Now you’ll see peasant, how I’ll uncover your true face.’ He reached the door when Noah made a statement, “Alaric, let me say this once. I have given you a responsibility as my heir, do not disappoint me. Do not make innocent people suffer. Because you maybe my heir now but-” He paused and then continued, ” So, protect Ms. Miracle. “
Alaric only nodded in reply at Noah’s words and exited the room. “I, Alaric Noah Everests, will not disappoint you father. And I will definitely ’Protect’ that girl p>
Alaric reached his room to tidy up for office when Nora knocked on his door as she entered meekly, “Brother Alaric, May I come in p>
“Ora, why are you asking? You can always do as you please. Why didn’t you mind linked me? I would have come to you.” Alaric gave Nora a genuine wholesome smile.
Nora looked at Alaric, pressing her lips together in a thin line, she said, “I thought you would be in a bad mood after father called you to his study p>
“I am never going to be in a bad mood when it comes to you, Ora. I know you have something to say to me, tell me” Alaric said sincerely. He may be a rough and tough Alpha for others but was a total goner when it comes to Nora.
“Ummm, brother, I know you don’t like humans at all, I understand your point, I really do, but Myra isn’t like that. She has been through thick and thin with me, always the one taking care and providing comfort. All those years were bearable in that hellhole, all thanks to Ra-ra. She’s the most pure soul; you’ll know once when you get to know her better. Please, at least for my sake don’t hate her p>
With a hand on his waist, Alaric sighted at his sister’s words, ’So, she’s here for her. I don’t understand why all my family is so fond of her, even Alex.’ He shut his eyes and said, “Ora, humans are greedy and materialistic, more than us. They can even stab their family in the back. It is really difficult for me to trust any of them, but-” he paused and then continued, “I trust you and your judgment. I’ll try, just for you, to not hate her p>
Nora was so happy at Alaric’s words, she lunged at him, embracing him tightly, “Thank you brother, I knew you’ll understand me p>
Alaric hugged her back. Nora then let go off him, smacking her forehead, she said, “Ohhh, I almost forgot. I came to tell you that we all are going on a camping trip to Mount Shana. So, if you can come with us” she nearly mumbled the last sentence.
Alaric made a serious expression outwards, but inside he was smirking, teasing Nora, “I have a really important meeting”. At his words, Nora’s enthusiasm drop. He laughed and completed his sentence, “but I can always make time for my sister.” His inner monologue showed, ’This gives me the perfect opportunity, to get my plan into action p>
To Be Continued…..