A Luna for the Lycan King novel Chapter 18

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I watched Darren until he reached the corner. He then turned. around once to look back at me. When he saw I was still standing there, a wide smile spread over his lips. He winked at me and then vanished from my sight.

“Well, damn.” Lyle sighed with a small smile on his lips.

“What?”

“Listen, when I tell you I have NEVER seen him act like that… I mean it. I never thought I would see him laughing, carrying a woman down the halls like a new pup in love. Never.” He turned and looked at me, and I could see his eyes were watering up. “You’re bringing his humanity out, and he’s happy. Not just pretend happy… but truly happy. I’m going to protect you. Not because my brother asked me to, but because you make him. happy. I feel a sense of relief that I haven’t had since my brother took over as the king.”

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“Why did your brother take over already?” I watched as he pursed his lips together.

“Let’s just say that it is a tough role to be in. It had taken its toll. on my father, and his temper was reaching a breaking point. Darren took over to protect my father and took the burden on himself. My father is much better now, and he enjoys spending time in his serene room. His own little greenhouse… forest,”

Lyle chuckled. “He created it just for himself. A place where he Lyle chuckled. “He created i

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“Is it hereditary? You don’t seem to have a bad temper?” This time I noticed he looked uncomfortable. He almost looked a bit

sad, too.

“I’m not as bad, but it’s there… underlying.” He was quiet

for a moment as if he was deciding what to say. “It gets worse with the burden from being the king. A shift in the power turns them into strong rulers that rule with their minds and not their emotions. Darren was different as a kid, but since he began to rule, sometimes he’s hard to recognize. But for some reason, he’s different with you. I know you’re his mate, but you’re able to bring out the old Darren. I saw him today.” He turned and looked at me with watery eyes that about broke my heart. “Thank you.”

“I didn’t do anything-

“Thank you for being here. Please don’t ever leave him he needs you.”

I smiled up at him. “I need him, too, but I also need food.” I laughed.

“Breakfast foods or lunch foods?” Lyle rested his hands on my shoulders as he guided me to the dining area. “And remember, be specific.”

“I want pizza.” I watched his lips curl up into a big smile.

“You are going to fit right in here.” He winked down at me as we

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stepped into the room. As I approached the table, I conilet sex Rodney’s broad frame already seated and waiting for us. His face lit up with a grin as he waved his hand in grading, but my attention was quickly drawn to someone else making their way towards our table. A figure emerged from the shadows, their confident stride catching my eye, It was Clen, her kon dark hair cascading down her back, her dress hugged tightly to her form. I watched as her expression changed when it landed on me. Her piercing green eyes snapped her gave towards the shirt 1 was wearing. Her expression seemed to seethe with anger, and her lips curled up briefly before she took a seat at the table. Gods, was she eating with us?

“We didn’t get to talk at all yesterday,” Her voice was sickeningly sweet, clearly you could tell it was being forced out.

“She was too busy with the king to talk with anyone.” Lyle guided me to a seat next to Rodney and then he sat next to me on the other side.

“Looks like you’re being protected.” She let out an airy laugh. “Both the beta and the delta are your personal guards.”

“She’s important.” Lyle poured me a drink, not even bothering to look at Cleo, which I could see bothered her.

“I was hoping for some girl time so we can chat. Maybe some tea

“Sorry, but that isn’t going to happen. Rodney and I are getting acquainted with the future queen today.” I could see the glint in Lyle’s eyes as he said queen. This was on purpose. He was trying

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to rile this woman up. I glanced back at her and could see it had worked.

“I didn’t realize that had been decided yet,” she said between clenched teeth.

“Why not? Darren made that clear yesterday.” Lyle finally looked up at her. His blue eyes seemed to darken as he waited for her to speak.

“Winnie said-

“Is she the king?” Rodney finally spoke, and his friendly demeanor was suddenly gone. His words sounded almost angry, and I turned to look at him. I didn’t get a chance to really talk with him to have an idea of his personality. His brown eyes flickered at Cleo, but she seemed unphased by the hidden storm brewing inside of him.

“She’s in a position of respect and her words hold value,” Cleo said firmly and then looked directly at me. “Do you think you can be the queen here? What do you know about the kingdom? I know everyone. Every noble and their worth. And what is needed to get things done.”

“She will learn.” Lyle was now glaring at her, but something she said just didn’t sit well with me. She knew the nobles, but what about the others?

“How well do you know the rest?” I asked what I thought was an innocent question.

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“The rest? It’s the nobles who hold the power,” she snapped and scoffed. “This is why you