Related to the enemy princess

Chapter 6

Sienna

Sienna, this endearing young girl, has been an orphan since she was very young. His brave father worked for my father for many years, but he died on the battlefield, leaving behind a great void. His mother, unable to bear this tragic loss, also died shortly after, overcome by shock and pain.

Faced with this tragedy, my father made the decision to take Lali under his wing. He made sure she lived with me at home. Since that day, an unwavering bond has been forged between us. We are not just friends, we have learned to behave like sisters, sharing our joys and our sorrows, united by years of trials and memories.

“Lali, you know, I really can’t imagine my life without you. But if you were by my side, you would be in grave danger, and if I decided to stay here, he would never regain his calm. Do you understand what I mean? »

“Yes, I understand. »

We were in the same position, lost in our thoughts, when suddenly one of my father's guards burst into my room.

“Alfa Mollard asks you immediately in front of him. »

At these words, my heart leapt. My father's call was rare, and he almost never came to pick me up unless there was worrying news to tell me. I knew instinctively that this summons did not bode well.

I had entrusted Lali to stay in my room while waiting for my return, and, with a somewhat heavy heart, I went out, my mind troubled by worry. I couldn't help but wonder why my father had chosen to summon me at this specific time of day.

The guard, while guiding me, directed me through the cozy corridors of the palace, to the party room, where the noise and agitation was palpable. Laughter and lively discussions echoed in the air, creating a vibrant atmosphere. I pushed my way through the crowd, staring at where my father and stepmother, Rosa, were sitting together.

Rosa, with her flamboyant red hair, stood out in the room. She had a rounded figure which gave her an appearance that was both warm and welcoming. Dressed in an elegant black dress that barely reached her knees, she exuded a certain presence. Despite the surrounding tumult, I couldn't help but notice the way she interacted with others, like a queen reigning over her kingdom, captivating attention. With her innate charisma, she had the ability to light up the room. As soon as she saw me, she graciously stood up to greet me, as she always did. Her gesture, marked by false friendliness, could have deceived anyone, leaving the impression that she was the perfect mother-in-law, full of kindness and generosity. However, only I knew the depth of sadness that was hidden behind his radiant smile.

I also feigned cordiality by giving him a warm smile, hugging him as if everything was fine between us. Nevertheless, the words she spoke afterwards brought up a dull tension in me, causing a tenseness that I could not get rid of.

“You better accept whatever your father is going to tell you tonight. Otherwise, I won't hesitate to reveal your escape plan. »

She gave me a smile before walking towards my father, inviting me with a wave of her hand to take a seat next to her. A wave of nervousness came over me and my organs seemed to tremble, distressed by the uncertainty of what my mother-in-law had concocted for this evening. So I approached my father, trying to calm my racing heart, and greeted him respectfully before sitting down.

“Father, did you ask to see me? » I said to him in a determined tone, trying to capture his attention. I wanted to avoid spending another minute in the presence of this woman with the deceptive smile, whose obvious malice made my blood run cold.

My father was in an advanced state of drunkenness. He stood up abruptly, scanning the room before asking everyone to be quiet. His voice, although slightly hoarse from alcohol, carried a certain authority.

“I have never known happiness as intense as the one I feel right now. Killing Baltes is like having the whole world at my feet. I hope that each of you can enjoy this evening as much as you want, because I know how hard you have worked to get here. »

His words rang through the air, filled with contagious euphoria. A clinking of glass mixed with the cries of joy and the applause that erupted throughout the room. The atmosphere was electric, full of laughter and joy. Everyone around me seemed to be swept away by this wave of happiness, completely drunk with joy and alcohol, except me. I observed, a little from the background, the spectacle of this celebration, feeling strangely removed from this general rejoicing.

The wolves, as well as Alphas from other packs, had been invited to this event, and it gave me a strange feeling. Their way of staring at me was not ordinary; there was something disturbing in their eyes, a disturbing intensity that was unbearable for me.

In their eyes, I detected a form of perversion, an insidious glint that made me uncomfortable, as if they were trying to decipher my deepest thoughts. This perception only increased my anxiety, leaving me with a bitter taste of apprehension. I felt like I was being observed not with curiosity, but with a calculated and threatening attention, which made me fear for my safety in this gathering.

My father was still standing, raising his glass and clinking glasses happily with the other guests. His face beamed with a joy he had rarely shown lately. His eyes sparkled with a pride that he displayed without reserve. But, from the other side of the room, my mother-in-law gave me a look full of mischief, a smirk on her lips, as if she was the only one who knew a secret that the others didn't know. This smile, both mocking and satisfied, only intensified the feeling of unease that invaded me.

“I am also delighted to tell you another great news, but this one concerns my daughter,” he declared in a cheerful voice, an almost triumphant glint in his eyes.

At that precise moment, a cold shock was felt in my chest. A whirlwind of thoughts raced through my head, but everything froze when I realized he was talking about me. Any good news about me? I had hoped for a moment that it would be something pleasant, a sweet surprise that would lighten my heart. But deep inside me, a heavy and unpleasant feeling was already being felt. I couldn't clearly identify it, but I knew this announcement would change everything. A sneaky instinct told me that something bad was afoot. My mother-in-law's broad smile, full of satisfaction and superiority, reinforced the anxiety that was overwhelming me.

“I have decided to marry my dear daughter to Alfa Edgar, of the Black Shadow pack,” he announced in a voice full of pride.