CHAPTER 47

The soft sounds of footsteps were clumsy and heavy; Elijah hurried through the pack house toward Bruce’s study. The Beta had deep bags under his eyes and looked exhausted but there is light of hope in his eyes that was long forgotten. He came to a halt before the rather sturdy looking oak door and had to pause for a few moments before he rapped sharply on it.



As tired as Elijah sounded Bruce’s voice resonating from within felt like issuing the words out. "Enter. "

The moment Elijah arrived at the room Bruce seen to be the main point of focus in complain. The Alpha seemed to be rather unkempt, his sharp image and physique slimming down. His eyes were puffy, and the stubble on his jaw made one want to deduce that he rarely got sound sleep. Still leaning against the windowsill, hisface fixed in the cold mask of a man who is lost in thought, He watched the pack lands outside.

Said in a whisper, “Bruce,” the door closed, and Elijah sighed. This is what he said “I have some updates. ”

Bruce looked on fearfully; his eyes could either win a fight or lose it. "Amelia?"

Elijah gave a nod. “This girl is rather stubborn I must say” “She is safe now, I arrived to rescue her on the nick of time. ”

This relaxed Bruce’s shoulders a bit but his faced remained etched with concern. ”Is she fine for now? Where is she?”

They shot a questioning look at Elijah then he replied, barely managing to hide his emotions, “She was attacked by vampires and she is badly hurt. ” Still she struggled, but the odds were posted against her. Yes, there was a scene where I was able to step in, but. . . Still remembering the feeling of Amelia’s body with all the signs of physical abuse in his arms, he said nothing more.

Bruce scowled and muscles on his hands contracted turning . his fists, his chest vibrating with a low growl. ’Where is she now? I need to see her. ’

Elijah gave a headshake. Bruce, I am sorry, but I cannot reveal that to you. Not just yet. It is just too risky I suppose. Elijah said that she needs time to heal, and I must ensure that no one finds her location. "

Bruce scowled and let out a huff but he agreed otherwise he wouldn’t be able to remain patient. That is correct…she must be safe Above all… But Elijah, I have to ask… will she be okay…?

Elijah spoke pride in his voice when he said, “She is strong. ” “She will recover faster than we thought due to her Hybrid feature, she will recover fully if she gets enough rest. ”


Bruce’s features expressed a brief instant of relief as if a heavy burden had been lifted from off his back. But this was short-lived. And finally when he stood in front of Elijah he scowled stiffen into a posture that was even more serious.



Bruce said in low tone and in threatening manner, ”This has to end. ” Bruce said, “Ema has gone too far. She has been quiet for a while, now it is high time to rear her voice.



Elijah nodded grimly. ‘I understand that Bruce, but Ema is quite popular in the pack and she has lots of supporters. ’



Thus, from the mouth of ‘evil Bruce’ he said this, “I do not give a damn,” the speaker snarling the last words. She has deceived the pack and threatened Amelia. I shall not endure it any longer. "



Bruce walked through from the door of the study with Elijah following him with determination on his face. Feeling the increasing aggression of their Alpha, pack members quickly got out of the way whenever they were passing through the pack house.



They located Ema sitting on one of the sofas in the central part of the living area looking rather carefree. Caroline, Bruce’s mother, was sitting right beside her and both ladies were quite taciturn. Megan grinned at them both as she followed the two enter, Bruce and Elijah.



Ema purred and her voice was sweet, but it seemed forced, “Bruce darling. ” “Is there something wrong?”



Bruce's gaze flickered menacingly. “Ema, you know all this too well, your games are about to end. ”



Caroline set off the chair and walked closer to Ema and stood beside her. ‘Bruce, would you mind elaborating this? Why are you talking to your mate like this?’



Bruce almost choked when he said, “She is not my mate” a tone of disgust resonating in his words. ‘She was never that’ She is a brilliant and rather manipulative individual which made her become a threat to this pack and to the person I truly care for.



Ema just looked surprised then her disguise dropped and she looked at him like a mercenary, cold eyes. “Bruce! Don’t tell me you still have that crush on that grotesque Hybrid l woman?” I thought that by this time you would have probably gotten over her.


Bruce then came further with his hand clenched in a threatening manner but Elijah restrained Bruce with a hand on Bruce’s arm. Said to the Beta warnly. "It's dangerous, don't forget the overall idea is what matters, so keep the stakes in mind.



Ema’s triumphant look was well illuminated. Bruce, watch your beta there. You would not wish to make any rash decision. "



“What the hell have you done Ema!” Bruce shouting this time, his fury was barely leashed.



Getting to her feet, Ema did so gracefully and patted down her dress. "Darling, you cannot prove anything. However, let me be very clear: This time is fast running out, said Ema, and pulling out a rather ostentatious pocket watch from her bosom. "



Elijah and Bruce became stiff, glanced worriedly at each other. ”What is it with you?” Bruce growled out.



‘’Oh, did I forget to tell you something?” Ema said with fake sugary tone. “A gifted witch works for me, She has cast a locator spell on your precious Amelia, I always know where she is and that address can be passed to some people who will be more than happy to have her ‘dismissed’ on my word. ”



Paling to the colour of bleached paper, Bruce lost everything on his face. He asked me, ‘You are bluffing surely?’ but the last part of the sentence was almost questioning.



Ema uncrossed her legs a by and leaned forward in her chair, sneering ‘Ha ha!’ Am I Bruce My dear are you ready to stand for that risk How about taking a chance for Amelia’s life?

Caroline went up and tapped Bruce on the arm. ‘What is best for the pack, you must think about this, Son, Ema is your chosen mate. You have to get over this fascination with this hybrid girl. ‘



Bruce, thus, turned his eyes and did not respond to his mother’s touch more specifically, he looked at Ema. Mother you are not seeing it, Ema is a threat to all the things that we cherish.