Chapter 14

Chapter 1414. His Hatred & Darkness KIARA ” Very well , if you so wish to see him . Cover her eyes ! ” He finally
commanded , his cold eyes almost biting into my skin . I would obey . The main thing was that I needed
to buy Alejandro time . Was Kataleya ok ? ” I will allow you to blindfold my eyes , but first can I see my
daughter ? ” I asked , trying my best to sound emotionless , despite the worry that was eating me up
inside . He smirked . ” You don’t make the rules here .
” I’m only asking to see my daughter first . ” I growled venomously . ” Just one look , to make sure she’s
ok . ” He fell silent , mind linking someone before his sharp gaze turned to me . My aura was still around
me , but I couldn’t keep it up , if I was to save Katalaya I needed all my energy level , which was already
dropping .
” You are in no position to ask for anything , remember that . ” He spat icily . ” Fine . ” I clenched my jaw ,
but I didn’t want to do something so reckless that they did something to Kataleya . I just hoped Alejandro
would get here soon . I would just need to buy enough time until then . Goddess , please give me the
strength . I stayed silent , allowing them to blindfold my eyes , I felt a sharp object push against my
barrier between my shoulder blades , prodding me forward .
” Walk . ” I didn’t reply , thinking I had spent years o f my life fighting with a blindfold on , years of fighting
blindly in the dark Despite how strong I was , I lacked night vision , the price for my healing . What many
didn’t know was that I actually couldn’t see in the dark at all , but it became my advantage over many
others . The rest of my senses were heightened , advanced , so I was able to walk and manoeuvre
efficiently . ose wolves thought I was just going to listen to everything they said and follow them quietly
and silently , then yes , I would for now . However , if things went south , I would need to find Kataleya
and run .
The house was not that big , I’d be able to locate her . If worst came to worse , I would do what I could ,
even if I could just get her out … I felt the warmth of the sun vanish from m y back and the dirt of the
ground become hard beneath my feet the moment we stepped inside . It was cold , and something toldme despite the house smelling of expensive wood and a spiced scent , it was a house with a dark interior
. The dark windows had given that away to start with .
We walked along the hall , the floors were paved , maybe marble …. or stone . Our footsteps echoed off
the walls . We slowed down , and suddenly all my sense of scent vanished . Even the ashy , smoky smell
of the wolves around me just disappeared . Anti – scent spray ? Were they being careful ? Probably so I
didn’t pick up the scent of the Crimson King , or whatever he called himself . What exactly was his link to
us ? What did he want from Alejandro ? I’m sure that’s who he meant by beast . ” Sit . ” I was told . They
pushed me forward until my leg hit a chair , I reached out , feeling the item against my back prod harder ,
before I sat down , keeping my aura around me as a shield . The room fell silent , I was about to speak
when I heard the echoing sound of footsteps approaching . I kept my heartbeat steady , feeling the aura
of the man approaching . He was indeed powerful , maybe not on par to Alejandro , o r Liam , but
powerful enough to be on par t o Dad . ” So , we have the queen here .
” He hissed venomously , and even though his voice was emotionless , it was cold and full of hatred . I
heard him take a seat . The chair creaked a little under his weight . The urge to rip off the blindfold and
take a look at this man was strong , but I remained unmoving . Buying time was the main goal . ” And we
have someone who kidnaps children . ” I replied calmly ” Women should know when to hold their tongue
. ” Well , I am not one of your women for you to command as you wish . ” My voice was calm despite how
much hatred I felt for him . A sadistic chuckle left his lips , and I frowned .
” A woman of strong will , I’m surprised the Lycan allows you to be so disrespectful . If you were mine , I
would break you into submission . ” I clenched my jaw , feeling his gaze roam over me . My stomach
twisted with disgust . I’m not yours . I didn’t say it out loud , not wanting to trigger him . ” You said there
was a debt owed to you . What exactly do you want from us ? ” ” The debt must be paid in full , but I
won’t talk business with a woman . ” His arrogant , disgusting attitude wasirking me , but right now I was in his hold . It was clear his opinion on women was nothing more than dirt
beneath his feet . ” Then whilst you do your business , allow me to see my daughter . ” He scoffed
maliciously . ” And you think I will just bend to your wishes ? ” He mocked in his accented voice . ” We
will give you what you want , but I have come here- ” ” And you won’t be leaving . ” He cut in . ” You will
be leaving this property with the dead body of that pup .
My eyes flashed as anger flared through m e . I ripped the bandage off before any of the men could
move , my aura spreading around me and my eyes meeting the ones of the man before me . He was not
what I was expecting , he looked far more unhinged than I could have imagined , and something told me
he really wasn’t someone I could ever reason with . His reddish – brown eyes burned into mine as his
dark hair fell over one eye . His skin ; from the side of his face to his cheek , neck , hands and arms ,
was all melted and burned , a burn that stretched every time h e moved .
He raised his hand ever so slightly , barely lifting his fingertips from the table , warning the men to let me
be . ” You have a problem with us , take it out on us ! When Alejandro comes for you , and h e will , you
will regret this . ” I hissed coldly . ” Oh ? Who says he will manage to find this place ? ” He smirked ,
making my stomach twist . ” What do you mean ? ” ” We saw you approaching hours ago , we allowed
you to enter this place , do you really think that ‘ feeling ‘ you had was purely your intuition dear blessed
wolf ? ” His sneer grew , stretching the burnt skin i n the process , making him look even more sinister . I
frowned , praying that Alejandro at least got the signal … ” I have far more power than you can ever
imagine .
It seems like the beautiful Luna didn’t expect that . ” His gaze trailed over me , and I clenched my jaw . ”
Fine , you got me as you wanted . Where’s my daughter ? ” I asked . He ignored me and stood up ,
striding towards me . He was tall , and his aura surrounded him like a sickening plague . The closer he
got , the stronger it seemed t o grow . He tilted his head , his leering gaze falling to my lips . ” The
Lycan’s mate is indeed beautiful . No wonder he treats you ever so highly . It’s either that or he is just far
more pathetic than I’d heard . ” There were five of us in this room …. should I risk it ? I wasn’t sure I’d beable t o , if that other entity returned … ” He’s a man you can only ever wish to be . ‘ I replied , smirking
coldly .
His gaze snapped up , leering at me . ” Don’t think that pretty Moonfire aura will protect you . ” He
suddenly grabbed m y neck . My eyes widened in shock as he didn’t seem to have any issue penetrating
my aura , the darkness I felt earlier was wrapped around him as he squeezed my neck . No one is more
powerful than 1 , not you , and not your Lycan . ” I grabbed his hand , trying to loosen his hold , but the
force behind it was suffocating me . The same pain erupted through me , it felt as if my entire body was
on fire . ” What would you give to have your useless pup back in your arms ? ” He was grinning
sadistically as if seeing m e in pain was entertaining . I would have her back in my arms soon .
I promise you my angel I am coming . I guess for him it was , but if he thought I’d go down without a fight
, he sure had another thing coming . Summoning all the energy I had , I grabbed his hand once again ,
gritting my teeth as my hand burned from the touch and lifting my leg , kneeing him straight in the crotch
. His grip loosened , he had not been expecting that . ” ALPHA ! ” ” What’s the matter ? Need your men
to help you fight against a woman ?! ” I hissed , aiming another swing at him . He blocked , spinning
around , and in a flash , twisted my arm behind my back .
The sickening crunch as he broke my arm and dislocated my shoulder sent another searing spasm of
pain through me . ” I don’t need anyone to help me to defeat the likes of you . ” His venomous voice
came , his men hesitating from helping . This was about his ego , and I knew he wouldn’t allow them to
help . + As I wanted . ” But you use your Djinn though , despite thinking you’re all – powerful without it ? ”
I taunted as I made use of my already broken shoulder to rip free from his hold and aimed a kick to his
flank , putting all m y force into it , followed by a blast of my aura .
Despite the fact I was managing , everywhere that his hand had touched me burned as if hot oil had
been poured onto me . Searing my skin , almost as if it was peeling the top layer off . I continued
attacking him , throwing kicks and punches as I tried to get the opening that needed to rip his head right
off , but he was guarded and I saw no weak points . ” I am no fool to fall for your words in rage . I havepower , but I paid a price for that power ! I gained that power ! No one can do as I did ! I attained what I
wanted ! .” He hissed . ” You disrespected me , and so you shall pay ! “
This was not how I wanted this to go , I needed to find Kataleya ! ” Alpha ! The Lycan is approaching with
a powerful witch and an army ! ” I felt him tense , but it was not fear that was in him , it was just as if he
was simply calculating the best course of action to take . My heart was pounding at the thought that
Alejandro was close . Kataleya would be saved . ” We won’t face them now ! ” I heard him thunder just as
that ominous aura filled the room . My head felt like it was being split open , a s if claws were being dug
into my head . Alejandro …
I knew he couldn’t hear me , but would he feel this pain ? Would he know that something was wrong ?
My aura was depleting fast . I was barely managing to hold him at bay , as I stared blurrily at the man
before me , I fell to my knees as blood dripped down my face . I didn’t know how long I could hold on … I
did my best to stop him from ripping my head open …. ” Leave … ” He growled to his men . The claws
sank deeper into my skull , and a scream ripped from my lips as that dark , ominous aura grew . For a
second , I felt as i f there was something else before me , something made of pure fire , the body
doubling around the Alpha before me . Burning red … Crimson … He looked like he was on fire …
The power and darkness oozing from him … I felt something inside my head , something was wrong . ”
She has been touched … ” This time when he spoke , it wasn’t his own . This voice alone made me feel
worse , dark , sickening , and evil . Something that was not for the mortal ear to hear . Just when I felt
like I wouldn’t be able to hold on any longer , he stepped away , smirking as if he had gained a victory .
Glancing towards the window , he left the room swiftly , leaving me in the middle of the office , bleeding
onto the woven rug on the ground ..
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Kataleya before they took her . I couldn’t get up but I crawled to the door . Using all my strength , I
snapped my shoulder back into place , groaning due to the pain . My head was burning with agony .Blood coated my light brown locks . I needed to find my baby girl . The smell of fire filled my nose and I
froze . The vision that I had after I had found the first letter returned to me in full force . Had that been a
premonition ? Goddess , please no ! Kataleya !
I grabbed the door handle , pushing my body to my feet . I didn’t know how managed , but my only
thought was my baby girl . Where do I look ? Fire was enveloping the entire building Think Kia … Where
would you keep a prisoner … The basement or attic ! I looked up at the ceiling that was completely on
fire , I wasn’t sure if the fire was real or if this was an illusion , but either way , it was hot and it was
destroying the house . ” Kataleya … ” I staggered through the burning flames , I’ll take a look in the
basement first , then I’ll head upstairs . I rounded a corner when suddenly a sob reached my ears .
A voice that I yearned to hear . My heart leapt like an eagle taking to the sky . Relief and happiness
flooding me . ” Mama ? ” ” Baby ! ” I looked around frantically , spotting her standing at the far end of the
hall .Tears streamed down her cheeks , large eyes full of sadness a few bruises on her face which only
made my anger rise Her dress was a mess , torn and bloody as the flames were beginning t o touch her .
Yet when she didn’t even flinch , I realised that these were created by magic .
My angel was immune to magic . ” Kataleya . ” I stumbled over to her , pulling her into my arms , swatting
away the fire that had caught her dress . Kissing her on her head , shoulders and face . Baby , are I
cupped her face , looking at the bruises o n her body . How could they … ” I’m ok mama ! Let’s go ,
you’re hurt . ” She whimpered , looking at me . I didn’t care if I was hurt , seeing her safe filled me with
relief . With renewed energy , I wrapped my hand around her small one , kissing it as tears filled my eyes
. My baby was ok . ” I’m ok , Mama . ” She whispered , brushing blood and tears from my cheek .
I nodded , holding her hand firmly , turned and hurried down the hall . I just needed to get her out of here
. The windows were all barred from the inside , I don’t think I’ll b e able to break them . We were almost
at the door when the roof caved , I wrapped my arms around Kataleya . She may be immune to magic
but she was not immune to a tonne of wood falling on her . Her scream pierced the air , as one of the
wooden beams fell on top of us . I kept my back arched , shielding her beneath me . ” Go outsideKataleya . ” I whispered , feeling my vision darken . ” No Mama ! ” ” Baby … now . ” I commanded ,
praying she listened . She looked down at me , I could see the tears streaming down her dirty face
before I was pulled into the abyss of darkness and my world went dark …