Chapter 29

Ashir's POV:

It was a bright day, and I had a restful sleep in my bed. I didn't realize morning had arrived until I heard a knock on the door.

"Alpha, alpha, alpha," a voice called out, rousing me from my sleep. Reluctantly, I got up, still feeling drowsy.

"Alpha, alpha, alpha, please wake up," the voice persisted with more knocks. I covered myself with a woolen cloth, feeling skeptical about getting up.

"Good morning, Alpha, it's me, Smith," Smith explained. I yawned and stretched, telling him to come back later as I was still sleeping.

Smith continued knocking, and I grew annoyed, finally getting up in frustration.

"Why are you so desperate to see me? What's so urgent that you can't tell me later?" I asked angrily, standing up and going to the window. The sun was shining brightly, and I threw off the covers and opened the door.

"Please come in, Smith," I said as I opened the door. Smith entered slowly, looking worried. I could sense his anxiety and couldn't help but ask.

"What's going on?" I inquired.

Smith hesitated, gazing at me skeptically. I prodded him to speak up.

"Can't you just say something? Why do you keep staring at me?" I asked, feeling my bitterness and anger growing.

"I'm sorry, Alpha. I don't know how you'll feel hearing this, but it's urgent, and you must know," Smith explained.

I felt lost, wondering what he had to say.

"What do you want to tell me?" I prompted.

"It's about the intruder," Smith responded.

I was shocked to hear that, my ears perked up, and my body tensed, eager to know more.

"What happened to her?" I asked.

"The intruder has already been apprehended. She appeared at the castle gate this morning," Smith explained.

"Wow, that's amazing," I replied, changing into my royal attire. My excitement grew as I prepared to meet the intruder face to face.

"Please, let's go," I told Smith.

Smith led me to the prison, and I followed him, my mind racing with thoughts about who the girl could be.

As we reached the prison gate, I opened it gently and entered. A girl was sitting inside, with a delicate face, dark hair, and some injuries on her neck. She was dressed in noble attire, and I couldn't help but wonder about her identity.

"Could she really be a royal? The daughter of the late Alpha Tomm from Night Shadow's pack?" I pondered.

I approached her, and our eyes met. She seemed startled by my presence, drawing back in her chair. I asked Smith to leave the room and wait outside before addressing her.

"Who are you?" I questioned.

She took a deep breath and responded courageously, "Why do you startle me like that? I wasn't expecting you to approach me that way."

"That's irrelevant," I replied sternly. "Why are you so bold to face me? Do you not realize the gravity of your actions? Tell me who you are, and I will decide your fate."

The girl blushed and looked at me, saying, "Wow, the Alpha looks even better than I expected. Could you lend me your hand?"

I felt irritated and raised my hand to strike her, but she stopped me.

"Would the Alpha strike an innocent girl?" she challenged.

My anger flared, and I let out a frustrated scream, causing the castle to shake. Smith and the guards rushed in, concerned about the commotion.

"What's going on, Alpha?" Smith asked, scanning the room for any signs of trouble.

"Nothing is wrong, Smith. Please summon all the Betas and the elders," I instructed.

"Oh, wait. Do you want to summon the elders and let everyone know about your secret meeting with your prisoner?" the girl taunted.

My mood soured, and I was shocked by her words. I remained silent, contemplating my next move. Adara entered the room, and the girl burst into laughter.

"So, she's still here, your prisoner," she remarked.

I felt uneasy and asked my maid to bring me a seat. I dismissed everyone from the room except the girl and Adara.

"What else do you know about me?" I demanded.

"Couldn't you sense what I felt? Couldn't you feel me?" she replied cryptically.

Confused, I asked, "What are you saying?"

The girl stood up, moving closer to me, and whispered in my ear, "Couldn't you feel that I'm your mate?"

"Mate?" I echoed. "How can you claim to be my mate, appearing out of nowhere? Who are you?"

She revealed her tag, saying, "My name is Joy Mitchell from Night Shadow's pack. I am the daughter of the late Alpha, destined to be your Luna."

I stared at her incredulously and scoffed, "You must be out of your mind."

"Please make me your Luna, and I will make you a powerful king," Joy pleaded.

Enraged, I grabbed her by the neck, pinning her against the wall. She struggled for breath as I threatened her.

"You better leave now before I change my mind," I warned, releasing her.

She gasped for air, coughing, as I ordered the guards to take her away and ensure she never returned.

"You'll regret this," Joy spat as she was dragged out of my chamber. I watched her leave, deep in thought about the implications of her revelation. Despite the uncertainty, I knew destiny would guide my path, and the prophecy of finding my true mate would unfold in due time.