The Alpha King's Mate novel Chapter 33

"I have the finest wine in all of West Wallow. Fit for a princess," he says playfully.

The footmen give each other knowing looks and stifle their laughs.

"King Fenris?" I start.

"Yes, my Princess?"

"I need to talk to you about this war," I say as a servant tops my glass.

King Fenris puts his hand gently on mine and interrupts me.

"Of course, but before we do, I know Sir Hugo told everyone you would help fight against the werewolves, but you won't be. I know about your elemental powers, and I intend to keep you safe, preferably here, away from the war," he explains.

"I'm grateful that you care about my safety, but I'm not in any danger. I've met Alpha King Damon, and he isn't what you think he is..." I explain.

King Fenris is surprised.

"You've met Alpha King Damon?" He asks.

"Yes. I haven't known him long, but I know he doesn't want this war, and he wouldn't harm me or anyone," I say, feeling lightheaded.

"I've seen many werewolves rip people apart for no reason. I'm sorry, but he has you fooled. I'm very curious why you'd think he wouldn't hurt you? He must know you can control elements?"

"Yes, he knows I can. I only know I'm an elemental sprite because he told me. He has been very kind to me," I say.

"That explains that then. King Damon is trying to fool you so he can use you against us, and after the war, he will probably dispose of you," King Fenris says.

"No, I don't think that's it."

"There's no other reason he'd be kind to you. You must see that? He's a werewolf," King Fenris says.

"You don't understand. He won't hurt me because I'm his mate," I explain.

King Fenris pauses before he breaks into laughter.

"You're his mate?" He repeats and then realises I'm not joking and quite serious.