Contract With The Alpha King
Contract 70

Chapter 70

"You didn't have to do that," Fiona said, gazing up at the stars visible from the balcony. She and Elijah stood on the second floor of the palace, away from the festivities, sharing a bottle of wine. The secluded spot offered a quiet reprieve, accessible only to those familiar with its hidden location.

Elijah leaned against the balcony railing, the cool night air brushing against his skin. Below them, the garden sprawled in a riot of colors, even in the dim light. Thick hedges framed the edges, and wildflowers fought for space among the neatly trimmed shrubs. The soft glow from the moonless sky cast a gentle shadow over the cobblestone path that meandered through the greenery. A fountain burbled softly at the center, its water sparkling faintly in the twilight, and the scent of jasmine lingered in the air.

"Zach needed to learn his lesson," Elijah said as he rested his hand on her waist. His gaze remained fixed ahead.

Fiona turned to him, concern etching her features. "And what do you think everyone else will say now that you protected me?"

He shrugged, a slight smirk playing at the corners of his lips. "It doesn't matter. What they think will never matter."

Before she could respond, Regor appeared from the shadows, bowing slightly. "Your Highness, His Majesty the King is looking for you."

"Go ahead," Fiona said, her voice steady. "I'd rather be here than join the festivities.".

Elijah shook his head, his expression firm. "You should go inside.

"No," she insisted, crossing her arms defiantly. "I'm staying out here."

With a reluctant sigh, Elijah stepped back. "Fine. I'll be back."

He turned and walked away, leaving Fiona alone on the balcony. As soon as he was gone, she let out a long sigh, her breath forming a small cloud in the cool air. She stared at the dark sky, letting her thoughts drift.

Fiona's mind wandered as she leaned against the balcony railing, contemplating life outside this palace. Was she ready to return to a world filled with chaos and uncertainty? She shook her head, dismissing the thought. She had grown to care for Elijah, and the feelings that had begun as a mere deal had transformed into something deeper. It felt foolish, yet undeniable,

A gust of wind whipped through the balcony, making her shiver She frowned, adjusting her posture when a sudden instinct urged her to move. Without thinking, she ducked just as a dagger whistled past where she had stood moments before. Her eyes widened in shock. Panic surged as she scrambled to her side, narrowly avoiding another pair of daggers aimed at her previous position. The railing shielded her from the attack, but she couldn't rely on it for long. She glanced around, trying to locate the source of the attack, but shadows engulfed the garden below, obscuring any potential assailant.

Breathing heavily, Fiona moved further to the side, her heart racing. Another dagger sliced through the air, embedding itself into the wood of the balcony. She had to act quickly. Adrenaline coursed through her veins as she searched for an escape route, knowing she couldn't stay here much longer.

Just as Fiona prepared to move again, a voice broke through the chaos. "Fiona!"

She turned quickly and spotted Adrianna standing a few feet away, her expression puzzled. Adrianna approached, her steps steady. "Elijah sent me to accompany you. What are you doing on the floor?"

Fiona's heart raced. She didn't have time

down beside her. "Get down! Look!" she hi explanations. She lunged forward, grabbing Adrianna's arm and yanking her pointing to the dagger embedded in the balcony.

Adrianna's eyes widened as she spotted the weapon glinting in the dim light. "What the hell?!" she exclaimed, her pulse

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quickening.

"Someone's trying to kill me. We need to replace a way out of here, now!"

Adrianna's immediately shifted closer to Fiona, scanning the area for any signs of danger. "Where did it come from?"

"I don't know," Fiona said, her voice low. "But we can't stay here. We have to move before they try again."

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But this didn't last long when sudden screams and howls pierced the night air, sending a jolt of adrenaline through Fiona and Adrianna. The acrid smell of blood mixed with the sharp scent of explosives filled the surrounding space. For a while, the two of them thought the palace shook.

Adrianna stiffened, her eyes wide as she turned to Fiona. "What's going on?"

Fiona took a deep breath, forcing herself to remain calm despite the chaos. "I think someone just attacked the palace," she replied, her heart pounding.

Just then, a loud crash echoed, and a massive werewolf leaped onto the balcony, landing only a few feet away from them. The creature's eyes glowed in the dim light, its powerful muscles rippling as it crouched, ready to spring again. "Stay behind me," Adrianna said as she instinctively pulled Fiona behind her. By now, the two of them were standing and had no time to even worry about the dagger.

The werewolf wasted no time, lunging at them with a savage snarl. Adrianna instinctively pushed Fiona behind her, her hand moving with surprising speed to reveal a dagger. She welcomed the beast's attack, her stance steady and ready. She was a fighter! Fiona thought.

Fiona's heart raced as she watched Adrianna prepare to defend them. But before she could react, another werewolf appeared on the balcony, its presence imposing and menacing. Panic surged within her as she felt the weight of the situation.

Without thinking, Fiona reached under her dress, retrieving a hidden dagger. She knew she needed to act fast. With a swift motion, she sliced through the fabric of her large gown, creating space to move more freely. The torn material fell away, allowing her to shift into a fighting stance just as the second werewolf lunged toward her. She focused her energy, gripping the dagger tightly, and readied herself for the oncoming attack. The second werewolf barreled forward, teeth bared, and Fiona sprang into action, sidestepping its advance while aiming her dagger at the beast's flank. Adrianna, who was still engaged with the first werewolf, slashed upward, catching the creature's shoulder and forcing it to stumble back. "We can't let them corner us!" she shouted.

"I know!" Fiona responded.

Fiona darted to the side, evading the second werewolf's lunge. She countered quickly, her dagger slicing through the air as she aimed for its flank. The blade connected, drawing a growl of pain from the beast.

Adrianna engaged fiercely with the first werewolf, using her dagger to deflect its powerful swipes. She slashed at its side, but the creature retaliated, raking its claws across her arm. Blood seeped from the wound, and Adrianna stumbled back, her expression shifting from determination to shock.

"Adrianna!" Fiona shouted, her heart racing as she saw the blood on her friend's arm. "Are you okay?"

Adrianna gritted her teeth, trying to shake off the pain. "I'm fine, just-" She gasped as the werewolf lunged again, forcing her to parry its attack. The claws grazed her shoulder, and she felt a strange burning sensation where they had struck. "It hurts!" she exclaimed, struggling to maintain her balance.

Fiona's gaze darted between the two werewolves, their eyes glinting with malice. "We need to get out of here now!" she yelled, her instincts screaming at her to flee

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Adrianna's breath hitched as she slashed at the werewolf, trying to keep it at bay. "It's like they want us dead!" she said through gritted teeth, her movements slowing as the poison from the claw wound began to take effect.

Realization struck Fiona like a blow. "They're using poison!" she shouted, dread filling her. She didn't know the current state outside of this room, but if the ones who attacked the palace are also using poison then, it could become a tragedy for everyone! Adrianna nodded, gritting her teeth against the pain. She lunged forward, catching the werewolf off guard and stabbing it in the side. It howled in rage but retaliated, swiping its claws again. This time, the attack knocked Adrianna to the ground. "Adrianna!" Fiona cried, rushing to her friend's side. The second werewolf charged, but Fiona quickly turned, slashing at its face with her dagger. It stumbled back, giving her a brief moment to assess the situation.

Adrianna clutched her injured arm, her breathing labored. "It hurts too much," she gasped, panic seeping into her voice. Fiona quickly realized that the wound wasn't healing at all!

Fiona's resolve hardened. "We need to move," she urged, pulling Adrianna to her feet. The first werewolf was regaining its composure, eyes locked on them. These werewolves were here to make sure they died, even if they escaped.

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