A Luna for the Lycan King novel Chapter 37

A Luna for the Lycan King

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Chapter 37

Darren and I had just finished eating when the door to the dining room opened up.

“Lyle!” I jumped up from my seat and ran over to him. I gave him a big hug, ignoring the grumbles from my protesting, jealous mate, gods I love him. But Lyle was becoming someone special to me. As if he were a brother too. He might have started to go into rut, but he was fighting against himself. It wasn’t just for himself and his brother, but for me too. I appreciated him.

“You trying to get me killed?” Lyle chuckled, giving me a small hug back. “I know it’s been a few days, but are you okay?”

“Yes. Thank you for protecting me. Even when you went feral, you were still struggling and I just wanted you to know I appreciate you.” I watched as he grinned, rubbing the back of his neck.

“You are going to make me blush.”

“Okay, that’s enough.” Darren’s voice sounded annoyed as he got up from the table. He came up from behind me and I felt his arms pulling me to his chest. He snorted air from his nose in a pouting sound before burying his face in my hair. “Mine,” he mumbled, sounding like a child. I found him adorable, even when he was being a brat.

“You know I love you the most.” I leaned back and smiled, placing my hands over his. “Don’t you think you owe your brother a thank you? He fought a whole pack of lycans for my

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Lyle, thank you. I know that it must have been very painful for you as well to fight against your instincts.” I glanced up at Darren, seeing the genuine look in his eyes. “Thank you, Lyle, for protecting my heart.”

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I looked back at Lyle. His eyes were watering up as he nodded his head. “There is no need for thanks. I’d do anything for you, and I’ll also do anything for your queen. The moment she became important to you, she also became important to me. At least that was the start of it. But now, she is just special to me because I know her. She’s family.” He looked at me and we

shared a smile. That was how I felt too.

“I have really lacked having a family, and I feel the same way. I am glad to have a brother now.” I felt Darren bite my ear and I giggled. “You are so needy. As if the last three days haven’t shown you exactly how I feel about you.”

“I am needy, and I will always need more.” He let out a low growl as he pulled my earlobe between his teeth. It was such a small gesture, but it sent shivers down my spine and ignited a fire within me. He may not have realized how much I craved his attention and validation. His constant reminders of how much he wanted and desired me eased my own insecurities. I never knew I needed this kind of love – possessive, intense, and demanding. But somehow, it was exactly what my inner beast needed to feel at peace. It was almost crazy how perfectly we fit together. It was as if the moon goddess herself had chosen us ‘o be together, knowing that our intense connection would bring balance to our wounded souls.

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“So, what about Cleo? She needs to be punished, and I have the evidence to prove this was all set up by her.”

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plans! But I’ll have to tell you after Darren leaves. In order to protect him, this is something we are going to do without him. And, as Darren’s mate, I am within my rights to retaliate.”

“Smart! I was worried about the court’s retaliation, but this is a very intelligent way to handle this. I am impressed. Beauty and brains … who knew?”

“I knew,” Darren whispered against my head.

“Some guys have all the luck.” Lyle gave Darren a cheeky smile when he growled. “Even with Issy around, you are still overly jealous… which means that is your true nature, huh?”

“Definitely his true nature.” I giggled as I listened to Darren’s sweet chuckle.

“I prefer the term ‘protectively possessive‘, and maybe a bit greedy. Yes, I am greedy because I want all of her attention. I want her to only smile for me. I want her to only look at me. And I want to lock her away where only I can enjoy her.” Darren glanced up at Lyle, who was giving him a perplexed look. “What?”

“Maybe you shouldn’t have kids. You do realize babies need a lot of attention. And if you have kids, they’ll have to nurse so you’ll have to share her even more.”

“Hmm… though, if my mate is lactating, that means breakfast in bed will have a whole new meaning.”

My lips parted as I turned to look at him. “Dare!”

“What, I’ll let the baby eat first before I drain you dry. After

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and I listened as he sighed. “Ivan is still here.” I watched his eyes meet with Lyle’s.

“Yes, he insisted on finishing his conversation with you.” Lyle groaned.

“Who is Ivan?” I asked.

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“Ivan is someone who works directly for me. His alliance isn’t with the kingdom but with me. He isn’t bound to lycan law and can do things that others can’t because of it. He is a werebear who gave his life to me for saving him. He is a bit rough around the edges but a good guy overall.”

“As long as you don’t get too close.” Lyle snorted.

“He’s good at what he does. But he has things to report and has been waiting to talk to me.”

“Well, go take care of what you need to do. I also have my own tasks.” I smiled up at Darren, seeing his brows pinched together.

“Lyle will be with me, and I am going to get one other person, too. Don’t worry yourself over it.”

“You said that last time.”