Chapter 155

Adara's pov 

Two days passed, and I felt uneasy because I hadn't heard from any of them, not even George and his companion and Hakman who went to the bloodclaw's pack. Tension arose and I hoped that it's not what I was thinking. “Could Malachi be actually aware of our plans?" This is unusual, I hoped not. I thought to myself alone as I stayed at the canopy beside the training camp. Jameson was also worried, he came to me after helping the soldier to discuss his worriedness.

“Do you hear from any of them?" he asked confusingly, feeling much tension. 

“No nothing yet…I don't hear anything from any of them” I responded.

I reassured Jameson, who was also worried like me, that everything would be fine. As we were discussing, I saw someone spying on us through the clear canopy. I quickly addressed the situation, making sure that Jameson saw it too. Jameson grew curious, and I got ready, holding my sword firmly. Despite his eagerness, I asked him to wait as I struck the figure that I had anticipated behind the canopy. It turned out to be a soldier who had been eavesdropping. He explained that he had overheard our conversation about Alpha George and expressed his concerns for him as well. After realizing my mistake, I helped the soldier up and acknowledged the need for vigilance in such situations.

Ashir pov:

Days after Malachi left my chamber, I was left alone, anxious about not hearing from him. Despite Smith's doubts, my faith in Malachi remained unwavering. I urged him to trust me if he truly cared. Without my uncle Jameson and Adara by my side, I felt lonely and desolate in my chamber. I hoped for a quick resolution, but the betrayal was hard to forgive. I prayed things would not end this way. 

One morning, I woke up feeling uneasy andeached out to Mitchell for any news about Malachi. Though she had no updates, she reassured me of his loyalty and suggested he might be busy preparing for battle.

 I took a moment to gather my thoughts and dispel my worries. "We need to be prepared as well," I told her, determined.

 Mitchell nodded, offering her support. "Yes, we must be ready. How can I assist you?”

"Well, what do you suggest? anything,just be prepared!" I responded.

“Okay Alpha" Mitchell nodded. “Do you need anything else? I really wish we had a talk on wine like the previous time” She proposed. 

"No, I'm so busy!” I responded and went out of my room immediately. 

As soon as I went out, I saw Smith passing by. 

"Smith!” I called. 

Smith stopped and held toward me feeling dizzy. I have noticed him acting strangely lately after his suspension toward Malachi and he wouldn't speak to me even if I wanted him to. I felt so uneasy as there was no one I could talk to. It's unfortunate to lose Smith too in my state so I decided to resolve peace. 

“Smith!" I called again.  Smith turned back to look at me but he hardly caught up. 

"Yes Alpha! How may I be of service” he questioned.

“I think we really have to talk, we really do" I altered.

Smith nodded "Sure” but I was trailed by his quick response and his actions. His eyes were on the ground which made me feel uneasy. Smith escorts me out and we end up at the training ground. I picked up my sword immediately and ordered him to do likewise.

We both faced each other and held our swords tightly. I looked at his eyeshadow and spotted his weakened point before aiming to attack. Smith was more allarted than I had thought, he dug my sword and I adjusted to his side. Smith was so annoying and dulling my spirit. By insisting to strike and defending my attacks. 

“Attack!" I screamed as I aimed at him hard. 

Smith doesn't hesitate this time, he moved closer to me and hit me hard with his sword, I raised my sword and our sword crash. 

“Is that all you got! I said attack, I commanded!" I screamed.

Smith didn't take it easy on me. He moved harder to me and surprised me with his move by walking clockwise and hitting me from behind. I screamed as the edge of his sword hit me. One would think it was a real war as we both attacked each other hard.

After a fearful match, I finally put in and surrendered. The maid came closer and offered us water. I ordered the maid to prepare wine and sat at the table. The maid did as she was requested and went on to get the wine ready. 

“Do you really think Malachi could betray me? Are you certain of what you said earlier?” I questioned trying to sort things out between us. 

Malachi stood up and looked around watching if someone could be spaying at us. I watched him paying much attention at Mitchell’s window and I could  sense that a curtain dropped from the window. I try not to admit that she's suspecting Mitchell of spying. 

Smith  sat back upon realizing  that it's safer to talk.

“Malachi spies are everywhere Alpha… I'm sad that you trust him so easily and risk all your soldiers under him!” Smith lamented.

I couldn't believe Smith's claim and couldn't hold it to myself. 

“Haha Do you say spy, why would he be spying on me?” I responded jokingly.

Smith looked really worried and I was trailed by his concern.

"What is it? Was it about what you said the last time?” I questioned.

"Yes My lord, I truly hear them plotting to kill you and overthrow you. Don't you find this fishy? Malachi is the one who showed more interest in Lord Mitchell than anyone. He's also the first person who suggested mating with her despite knowing about Adara's prophecy of resurrection” Smith responded.

"No no… don't say that!" I denied and proc to explain. “Have you forgotten that I saw for myself that Adara is dead? Adara fools us all, she's a witch not my mate!"

"Hmm, but that doesn't justify Mitchell, your mate, all are Malachi's plan to kill you. Do you think she really collected all your army to battle Adara? No that's not! Malachi is someone with a large army himself. I heard that he’s also incharge of Lord Mitchell’s army too. He's trying everything to fulfill his dream  using Adara resurrection to fool us all”  Smith altered.

"Please be mindful of your words…  I wondered why you're so much into this. Do you know how powerful Adara soldiers were? Each of his soldiers' power is like a hundred soldiers of mine. Malachi is just cleaning your ass by training my soldiers and that's for the meantime. After Adara and other rebels are put to justice everything will be over” I explained. 

Smith looked worried and short of words. 

“Just give me a chance to prove myself right…  I knew you wouldn't believe me but just give me a chance!” He pleaded.

"A chance…. If that's what you want I'll give you ten days to prove yourself and if you're wrong I'll eliminate you immediately "I lamented. 

“Yes my lord" Smith agreed and we both went our separate ways.