Chapter 4
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Kael’s POV
“I’m not rejecting you.”
“No. You’ll stay with me forever.”
“You are bound to me.”
“I’ll find you wherever you go.” I quickly opened my eyes, gasping for air as I tried to steady my breath. I pressed my hand to my chest, struggling to calm myself. Why do I always dream of her? It’s been five years, and she still haunts me, whether I’m awake or asleep.
This isn’t good. I want to live freely, to move on from the past. Yet I constantly dream of us meeting again. But I don’t think that’s possible anymore. She must hate me now for leaving.
“Kael, are you awake?” Mira’s soft voice drifted from behind my door, pulling me back into reality. I wondered what time it was. Mira usually comes when I oversleep.
With a sigh, I climbed out of bed and approached the door. Mira’s worried face greeted me. “You woke up late again, Kael. This isn’t like you. Are you sick?” she asked, placing her hand on my forehead.
I smiled to reassure her. “I’m not sick. I’m fine, so don’t worry about me. Anyway, is there something I can help with?” I asked, curious.
“Alpha Laurence is calling for you,” she answered.
Oh. I wondered why. Maybe he was going to give me the mission he’s been talking about recently.
“I see. I’ll just take a bath. I’ll be there soon,” I replied.
She nodded. “Alright, I’ll tell him.” But before she left, she added, “By the way, after you go there, head to the cafeteria. Let’s help Sister Elda prepare the food.”
“Yes, Mira.”
She nodded again and left. As I watched her walk away, I took a deep breath and sighed. It had been five years, and my life had changed so much.
I thought adjusting to life here would be difficult at first. But everything went smoothly because everyone was kind to me.
The Moon Sanctuary is a place for spies and assassins. Everyone here was trained to kill from a young age. Fearless and elusive, they were the best in their field.
This place may not be as large as a typical pack territory, but no one dared enter without the Alpha’s permission.
I took a deep breath, reflecting on my past. I never planned on becoming a spy or assassin. But in this cruel world, I realized I needed to be strong enough to protect myself.
After two years of training, I became a spy, and later, one of the fastest-rising assassins.
“Kael, where are you going?” Mira’s voice snapped me out of my thoughts. I turned to see her standing to my left, waving her hand and smiling widely. I waved back and walked over to her.
“The Alpha summoned me,” I replied.
When she heard me, the corner of her lips curled into a smirk. What was she thinking?
“I told you. The Alpha might be studying you. That’s why he always calls you to his office,” she said, grinning even more.
I frowned. “Come on, Mira. There’s no way he has bad feelings for me. That’s impossible.”
“I know him better than you do. He was even writing you a letter if he had something to say,” she said. “Maybe it’s confidential?” She shook her head and laughed.
“No, trust me, he likes you.”
I pouted. “Huh. Stop it, Mira. It’s embarrassing. What if someone hears us? Besides, he’s ten years older than me, and maybe he can help me become better.” I said, frowning.
She punched my shoulder and laughed loudly. “Come on, your smart though,” she argued.
I grimaced at her words.
“Maybe it’s you who has a crush on the Alpha. You’re just telling me this because you don’t want to admit it,” I reversed the situation.
Her expression froze at my words, and I couldn’t help but laugh out loud.
“No way,” she denied firmly.
“Really, Mira? Just admit it. You have a crush on him. Come on, we’re alone here,” I teased her even more.
Her eyes widened. “Hell no. I don’t have a crush on him. It’s James, his brother, who I like,” she yelled defensively.
I shrugged. She was so fun to tease. “Okay, if you say so.”
“Anyway, Kael. Speaking of their brother, has Randell stopped bothering you?” she asked curiously.
The expression on my face darkened immediately. That woman… I can’t stand her. She kept sending me love letters, flowers, and other things, even though I never accepted them.
I forced myself to stop feeling anything for her. But she kept pursuing me.
I didn’t want anyone thinking she had a chance with me, so I always made it clear when someone confessed their feelings. But Randell? She was persistent and annoying.
“Has she still not left you alone?” she asked.
I sighed, frustrated. “I’ve already told the Alpha about her. But it seems like there’s nothing he can do about his brother,” I replied.
Mira bit her bottom lip, seemingly deep in thought. “He’s hopeless. He should stop pestering you already. It’s been five years.”
Hell, I couldn’t agree more.
“Anyway, I’m here now. I’ll see you later,” I said, preparing to leave.
She nodded. “Let me know what the Alpha says.”
I nodded in response. She began walking away, waving her hand. I waved back and watched her disappear from view.
I took a deep breath before knocking three times. Moments later, the door opened. James’s face appeared, and he smiled at me. I smiled back.
“You’re here. Come in,” he invited.
I nodded and entered. Inside, I saw all the siblings gathered: Laurence, Seris, James, and… Randell. I quickly avoided looking at her.
I didn’t hate her, but I felt uncomfortable because of how she treated me.
“Now that you’re here, take a seat. Let’s begin,” Laurence said seriously.
We all sat down, and Seris sat next to me.
“You woke up late again?” she whispered. I nodded.
“Should I examine you?” she asked. I appreciated her offer, but I was fine.
“Seris, stop pestering her,” Laurence scolded her. Seris frowned and adjusted her seating.
“Thank you. So, Kael, are you ready for your next mission?”
Oh, the mission. I nodded, always ready for what’s next.
“The details, please,” I asked, eager to know more.
Laurence started explaining. The mission was to assassinate a duke from the southern region. A one-day trip and a month to complete the mission. It didn’t seem like a problem.
“Who’s going with me?” I asked bluntly.
I noticed Laurence glance at Randell. No way. Don’t tell me…
“Yes, I’m coming with you, Kael,” Randell confirmed my worst fear. What?
Laurence knew the situation. I shot him a look, but he gave me an apologetic expression.
“This will be the last time, Kael. He promised that after this mission, he’ll leave you alone,” he explained. Really?
I looked at Randell, who seemed to agree. But why did I get the feeling he wasn’t telling the truth?
Laurence pulled out a folder and handed it to me. “Here. This is the contract. If she doesn’t stop pestering you after the mission, she’ll be thrown in the dungeon,” he said. Fair enough.
“When do we leave?” I asked, still not fully convinced.
“At dawn,” he replied.
Tomorrow. No time for preparation. But that was fine. “Who else is coming?”
“I am,” James said, raising his hand. “I’m coming with you.”
Immediately, Randell objected. “No, James. You’re not coming,” she said firmly.
James didn’t back down and met Randell’s glare.
“I don’t trust you, Randell. I’m coming, whether you like it or not,” James said resolutely. Randell’s glare intensified.
“Damn you. Always so nosy. Anyway, you’ll get your way,” she said before storming off.
We all watched her leave. She was the worst of the bunch. Was she really their sister?
“I’m sorry for his behavior,” Seris apologized. I nodded. I saw Laurence massaging his temple, taking a deep breath.
“That’s all for today. You can leave now, Kael, so you can prepare,” he dismissed me. I nodded and stood up.
“I’ll take my leave now,” I said, bowing.
James followed me. “I’ll go with you. You’re heading to the cafeteria, right?”
I stared at him for a moment before nodding. “Yes, let’s go.” A mission to the south. I whispered to myself. We’d pass the intersection leading to the main city. I hoped nothing bad would happen.
“You’re leaving tomorrow?” Mira asked me.
I nodded. “Yeah, it’s a sudden mission,” I sighed. She nodded and placed her hand on my shoulder, caressing it gently. “Be careful, Kael. Also, say goodbye to Sister Elda. She’s in the kitchen.”
I nodded, stopping from chopping vegetables. I walked toward the kitchen and found Elda, seriously stirring soup.
“You’re leaving? I know. Don’t bother saying goodbye,” she said before I could speak.
I pouted. “You’re harsh, Auntie. I still love you,” I said sweetly.
She looked up at me. “Don’t say goodbye. I want you to come back alive, without a scratch. Understood?” I smiled and nodded. “Understood, Auntie.”
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