Blood moon

Chapter 92. How many people will be in the house?

—So they've been watching us as if we were a couple of animals— the older brother pointed out —And if their plans weren't going as expected, why act now?" he repeated the question.

They needed the family in charge of the pack to die. Hunter understood that the baby Andrea could potentially carry in her womb would always have the right to fight for the throne, but if he raised the child as his own, marrying her, the problem would be resolved, even though killing a pregnant woman gave him the impression of being too harsh.

—George's mother wanted the woman to die because her son wants to make her his wife.

As soon as the words came out of the woman's mouth, both men found themselves in a dilemma. Harley loved Andrea; they had both refrained from letting their feelings go any further because his younger brother claimed her as his mate, and if things didn't get worse, they would carry out the union ceremony. Besides, Andrea had chosen him. However, seeing her happy was one thing, but forcing her to be with someone she didn't desire was a completely different matter.

Now that he had re-established communication with his wolf, at least he could defend her in case the situation turned life-threatening because he wouldn't hesitate to put himself in harm's way for her. As far as he was concerned, he would do whatever it took to protect her.

Hunter Halland was caught in a whirlwind of emotions and dilemmas. His older brother's words echoed in his mind, accusing him of being watched as if he were an animal. That constant feeling of being under scrutiny made him feel vulnerable and threatened, but what troubled him even more was the mystery behind the motives of those who were observing them. Why would they act now? The uncertainty gnawed at him.

His primary concern was protecting his family and, particularly, Andrea, his beloved. He understood that the baby she might carry in her womb had rights to the throne, but the idea of raising the child as his own and marrying Andrea to resolve the conflict seemed like a painful solution. Killing a pregnant woman was out of the question for him, revealing his compassionate nature and unyielding ethics.

The revelation about George's mother only further complicated matters. Harley, his younger brother, deeply loved Andrea and considered her his "mate." Hunter knew that his feelings for Andrea were just as strong, but they had chosen to suppress them to avoid causing more conflict in the family. The prospect of a forced union ceremony was unacceptable to him, as Andrea's happiness was paramount.

Hunter's heart beat strongly, filled with love and determination. The idea that someone wanted to separate him from his beloved filled him with deep unease. His thoughts were centered on Andrea and how to keep her safe amidst the growing confusion and danger. He felt that his family's destiny was at stake, and he was willing to face any challenge to ensure that no one stood in the way of his love and protection for Andrea.

Hunter placed his hands on his head, trying to alleviate the feelings swirling in his mind.

—Calm down, brother— Harley said, placing a hand on his brother's shoulder to try to calm him down. This was when he needed to focus and not lose control.

—Where would they meet? Once they had finished their mission of killing people, where would they gather?— growled the younger of the werewolf brothers with great fury —Because I doubt they would stay in the places where they killed people by the time reinforcements arrive.

The woman remained silent, seemingly regretting speaking in the first place, but the threatening look from the younger alpha male was enough to make her think things through carefully.

—We would go to the woman's house, take Andrea to her house, and we would all meet there because no one would think to go there— the cook explained. While it sounded logical coming from her, Harley seemed on the verge of losing his sanity.

Now it was the turn of the elder of the brothers to let anger cloud his judgment. He had made many sacrifices to keep her safe, and it seemed that they were just mocking the situation. He despised that son of a b***h and would hunt them all down with his own hands when he had the chance.

—What time for the meeting?— the older brother questioned.

The woman remained silent, and Hunter slapped her hard, causing her to spit blood on the floor. At that moment, she realized that she had made a poor choice in her potential leader. Both brothers were capable of working together if necessary, and they would not allow the pack to face any problems.

Seeing death written in the eyes of both brothers, Georgina thought that she should have stayed with the Hallands.

—We had to report as soon as the situation was over; we had until seven in the evening to do so because if we hadn't done it in time, someone would be sent to do it— she took a breath —It was a lie; there was always someone watching us.

Harley narrowed his eyes, feeling distrustful of the woman.

—They were watching us?— the older brother questioned.

—Who else is betraying us?— Hunter repeated with a very animalistic voice. He was tired of being played with.

—I don't know, I wasn't sure, but I could feel it. They left notes in the kitchen, and I could feel their gaze over my shoulder— she said, though her voice sounded somewhat frightened, it wasn't enough to make both brothers believe her.

—So, you don't know anything... you think they were watching you— the older brother concluded.

Hunter put a hand on her neck and pressed.

—Give me a name, one that isn't on the floor— Hunter's voice could terrify them all.

The woman trembled under the werewolf's hand.

—I don't know, I don't know any.

The cook was turning pale, but she definitely couldn't say anything. Then he let her go.

—How many people will be in the house?