The Werewolf King’s Runaway Queen
Chapter 51

Alissa's POV

I looked at Luke from where I was sitting as he trained with Lucas.

"Here" Lia came and gave me a bottle of water before sitting beside me on the ground.

"For how long will this go on? You know, this 'exclusive' training session with Luke and all" Lia asked.

I shrugged.

"Who knows? Your brother is trying his best to keep me away from Kalil" I said.

Lia nodded.

Luke, Lucas, Lia and I are training together because that's the set up that Luke wants at the moment.

It was only yesterday that we refused to talk each other and now, it was as if nothing even happened in the first place.

I'm not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing.

"So you guys are good already?" she asked.

I shrugged again.

"I can't say. One day we're okay. The next day we're not. I never know what kind of situation we get ourselves into and how we react to it" I explained.

"All I know is if one of us wants out, our wolves will never let it happen because no matter how much we fight, argue and get into each other's nerves, our wolves end up replaceing ways to bring us back together and to be honest? I absolutely hate it because I feel pathetic for going back over and over again against my personal will" I said honestly.

"Being a werewolf has its pros and cons" Lia commented.

We both nodded in agreement.

"By the way, you've got more time now because of my idiotic brother. What's your plan?" Lia asked.

"Oh I want to spend more time with my little brother. I figured I'd be pretty busy after the wedding and all" I told het.

Lia nodded.

"Agreed. I think I will be too to be honest" she said.

We both nodded in agreement.

My royal training will start as soon as I get married to Luke.

Normally, the royal training is conducted before the wedding but Luke and aunt Livi agreed that it'd be best to do it after the wedding since Luke decided to rush the wedding.

Aunt Livi specifically wanted me to spend my first few weeks back in the Palace territory by just settling in as I please so she didn't want me to have to put up with royal training as soon as I got her weeks ago.

Luckily, my royal training will be led by aunt Livi herself so I'm quite relieved that I don't have to feel too anxious by being taught by a stranger.

It will still be pressuring, I'm sure but atleast I'll have aunt Livi for my comfort and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Speaking of aunt Livi, they came back yesterday after hearing about what happened recently with Luke, Kalil and I.

Did Luke get a scolding?

I'm pretty sure he did because he got called in last night by aunt Livi and I think the frown on his face in the morning while sitting in the dining table with his mom is enough proof. "Should we continue training?" I asked Lia.

Lia nodded and I stood up then helped her get up.

Lia and I chose our own spot and started training together.

I still preferred training with everyone else.

It was better that way but right now, I don't want to complain and cause another argument.

Luke and I are always on the edge these days and part of the reason is because of our mate bond.

Our relationship is what you'd prefer to as so close yet so far.

Like our wolves are already getting along so well but as individuals, Luke and I are just too different. We're like magnets.

We attract and repel each other depending on the situation.

We trained for an hour more and then told the guys that we're going back to the palace before them. They agreed and we left.

Lia and I left together and headed back to the palace.

"I need a shower" Lia said.

"You and me both" I agreed.

Then, we both chuckled.

"What's your plan for the rest of the day?" I asked curiously.

"I'm going to settle some paperworks. Finish a few tasks and errands" she said with a shrug.

I nodded in understanding.

"And you?" Lia asked.

"I'm going to visit Bry a little bit later. I'll probably take a nap first then I'll go to him" I told Lia.

Lia nodded.

"I don't even want to work for the day but what choice do I really have" Lia complained with a pout.

Lia juggles with Princess duties and her studies since she's still in high school.

"You haven't been very motivated these days, have you?" I pointed out.

Lia sighed and nodded.

Ever since we got Lia back from her mate's pack, she hasn't been as enthusiastic as she was before she met him.

Although she doesn't fully feel the mate bond, she and her wolf knows that there's a certain connection between her and the Alpha.

Lia doesn't want to admit it but I'm sure she actually wants to reconnect with that Alpha.

Maybe right now, she's still contemplating whether she should or shouldn't because it's a pretty complicated matter since she has yet to turn 18 and feel the strength of the bond. "But I'll be fine" she suddenly said.

I gave her a small smile and held her hand for encouragement as we walked.

Lia knows that I probably know so she gave me and assuring smile back.

After some time, we reached the palace and both got inside.

"I'll see you later" Lia said and I nodded as we parted ways.

I went into my room which is the guest room.

Then, I walked straight to the bathroom to take a cold shower to lower my body temperature.

I showered for a while and then I stepped out and dried myself before putting on a robe.

After that, I got out of the bathroom and I plopped down my bed.

Time for a nap.

I napped for a few hours and then woke up.

I pushed myself up and sat down on the bed as I rubbed my eyes.

Then, I grabbed a change of clothing since I was just in a robe.

I changed into a khaki square neck rib knit belted wide leg romper paired with white flat sandals.

Then, I tied my hair into a half up ponytail and after that, I prepared to leave.

I left my room and went downstairs then out of the Palace.

I walked to the cabins and went to my parents' house then knocked on the door.

Mom opened the door and her eyes lit up as she saw me.

"Honey" she said and we hugged each other.

"Hi, mom" I greeted softly.

Then, Bry came rushing downstairs.

"Ali!" he squealed excitedly and ran to me and hugged me.

I crouched down and placed a kiss on the top of his head.

"Are we going to play together?" he said and I nodded.

"Uh huh" I said.

Bry smiled widely.

Then, I looked at mom.

"Do you want to come with us, mom?" I asked her.

She seemed surprised then looked excited as she nodded.

Then, the 3 of us all went out.

Bry and I played together for a while.

We were playing tag and catch then other pups came.

I stepped away as they played with Bryan and I sat beside mom.

We just watched Bry for a moment until I decided to speak up. "Mom?" I said.

"Yes, honey?" she replied.

"When you and my biological dad met before, did you guys get along immediately?" I asked curiously.

"No, we didn't" she said and I was a bit surprised to know that.

I expected her to answer yes.

"Really? Why not?" I asked.

"Your dad used to be a trouble maker. He got into lots of fights and would constantly rebel" she said.

"When I found out that we were mates, I immediately considered rejecting him" she said.

This was news to me.

"Why didn't you?" I asked.

I gave your dad a chance. Eventually, he changed and became a better man. Specially after you came along. He became a great father and role model to you" she told me.

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I slightly smiled.

"And with Axel?" I asked and glanced at her curiously.

"Honey, Axel had to convince me for a while before we actually got together" she told me.

"What do you mean?" I asked confused.

"When I met Axel and we found out that we were mates, I was more than just hesitant. I loss your father and I had you. You were my priority that time and I was willing to let Axel go so I can keep focusing on you" she said. "What changed your mind?" I asked curiously.

"Axel is a good man and I wanted for you guys to get along and bond but things didn't turn out the way I expected it to" she told me.

I nodded in understanding.

"Why are you asking me this, Ali?" mom asked curiously.

I sighed.

"I'm getting married to Luke in a few days but I'm doubtful of of how it's going to work for us. We argue more than we talk" I said.

"Give it a little bit more time, honey. Maybe things will get better once you guys are married and mated" she sltold me.

I sighed.

I don't know about that.

Still, I'll just wait, I guess.