Chapter 175

Oliver POV

I was extremely surprised by how calm Dylan actually was, as she opened the door to my cell and stepped inside. Looking directly at me expecting me to explain everything that had happened after we left for the border a few hours ago.

"You know I wouldn't betray you now?!" I asked, displaying my shock to both the queen and my mate as my eyes never left Dylan's. Her head shook in disagreement however and she sighed crossing her arms over her chest as she did so.

"No!.." she spoke, her words cutting through me like a sharp blade, causing every hair on my arms to rise in uncertainty. "I know you would never betray Vee, and I don't think you would ever betray Lewis either... I do suspect that if she wasn't your mate, then you would have done everything in your power to betray me."

Maybe she was right. Maybe I would have thrown her under the bus before everything had happened, but not now, not after seeing things with my own eyes.

"I'm so sorry about Lewis..." I started but instantly shut my mouth as Dylan's glare shot strait to my soul.

"I don't want to hear your apologies, I want to hear your explanation." There was a pause in the air, as Dylan waited somewhat patiently for my story. I had of course already told my side to alpha Gilliard who clearly didn't believes single word that I had uttered.

"We didn't stand a chance. The king came with his men in tow, we attempted to fight him the best we could, but then alpha Shawn came up behind the border. It was impossible not to let it fall." I quickly gave the shortened version of what had happened. I couldn't leave it there though so I explained the part that could truly paint me in a bad light. "Dylan, it was Lewis's idea to turn him in. He told me to take him to the Josh. I swear it in front of the moon goddess herself. He, he said that..."

"He's a fucking martyr. If we don't get to him in time, and his execution goes ahead, I'll kill him myself all over again." She slightly made me laugh at her words but you could tell she was worried, I guess she really did love him, it was deeply embedded in her eyes.

"Wait... execution?!" It took me a moment to realize what she had actually said, but once I had noticed it, I couldn't I hear it. Did she know indefinitely that he was going to be killed? Or was she just guessing based on Josh's previous actions?

"The king has just once again appeared on live television, telling everyone that Lewis is going to be executed when the full moon is out, so in two days. Now, everyone upstairs is starting to get ready for the fight of our lives!.." She sighed again, and I instantly felt the weight of her words crash down onto my shoulders, I could only imagine how much pressure she herself was feeling. “I’m not prepared to leave you locked down here when you’re one of the strongest fighters. I don’t know what state Lewis is going to be in when everything kicks off, so we need all the help we can get.”

Wow, she was a lot more rational than I gave her credit for. It took a strong mind to be able to put aside things that have happened in the past in order to create a future that was best for everyone. I suppose she had gained my respect along with my aid.

“I can’t imagine how Lewis must be feeling.” My eyes finally left that of her grace, and met my mates who looked at Dylan. A hint of sadness in her eyes at the thought of what Lewis could be going through. “You must hate yourself for not letting Lewis mark you, I mean think about it, you could you be mind linking each other right now if you had have.” I actually found it quite harsh for her to have said something like that. I’m not sure how she would feel if it was me that the king got his hands on, but I know I would be going completely out of my mind if it was her.

“I have been gifted the ability to mind link regardless of a mate bond. I just haven’t quite figured out how to do it…” After addressing Vees comment she turned back to me. “I was hoping you could attempt to contact him, just to see how he’s holding up. I need to know if he’s at least somewhat alright.”

“I can try, but he’s most likely being kept in a dungeon himself, pack dungeons tend to be laced with wolf and or silver, Sometimes both. It makes it very difficult for our wolf abilities to work properly.” I didn’t want to lie to her. Josh wasn’t one to take chances when it came to Lewis. His anger at seeing him again after so many months was a lot, not to mention that Lewis obviously shared Dylans scent after being together for so long. Lewis was gambling with his life when he told me to capture him for the king, I was very surprised that my friend wasn’t killed straight away for his infidelity alone.

I now believe the moon goddess always meant for Dylan and Lewis to be together… but she still gave Josh some connection to her, and I could genuinely understand his line of thinking. It was a tough situation for everyone involved.

“Vee, can I please have a word with you in Gilliards office… tomorrow morning? I just want to run something by you. Can you meet me at 9:30?” I was obviously curious as to what Dylan wanted to talk about. It was common knowledge that Vee and Dylan dislike each other. I think the queen is simply too assertive for Vees liking. It’s truly not a bad quality to have, however for Vee, it’s fairly certain that she just wants to have a quiet life. The queen also asked her question exceedingly politely yet left zero room for rejection.

“Yeah, of course.” Huh? Vees tone seemed friendly… it was really strange to see those two girls actually being civil with each other instead of disagreeing at every turn.

“Thank you…” she muttered before turning her back to me and walking out of the room once more. Leaving the cell door wide open for me to leave whenever I wanted. “Oliver…” she suddenly called out just as I was about to hug Vee after being locked up for a couple of hours. Maybe two at most.

“Yeah…”

“I’m trusting you… please, please don’t make me regret it. Please don’t make me feel that my trust was misplaced.” The request was filled with pleading, almost as if she couldn’t take anything else. Her back was still to me, and her muscles were tense. I have to admit, that it was the first time I had heard her so deflated in a long time. She was begging me not to betray her, and I knew that I never would again. Despite everything my every intention was to help her create the world she dreamed of.

She walked off before I could even answer her, still though, with my arm gently draped over my mates shoulders, I muttered my small reply. “You have my word.”

I didn’t leave for another few minutes. I couldn’t stop my mind from racing over every possible outcome. I mean, what would actually happen if we lose? If Lewis is killed, and Josh gets his hands on Dylan again, there’s no way she will bounce back. It’ll be the complete end of the rebellion.

I thought that when I made my way back upstairs to the main pack house, everyone would be charging around getting their weapons ready and planning a definite attack strategy. So I undoubtedly wasnt expecting to find the pack drinking and singing in the main living room. Some people were conversing in the kitchens, while others were simply dotted about on the staircase drinks in hand, chatting about goddess knows what.

“So… Lewis has been caught by the king himself, and we are about to go to a battle that will determine the future of the world… and yet everyone is partying?” Vee made a good point, everything that had happened so far had been leading to this one main battle, and everyone in the pack seemed to be utilizing their time by getting drunk, instead of actually doing something productive. “Lewis is probably being tortured right now, my dad is about to die, and a wolfs response to everything is to party as if this doesn’t affect our entire livelihood.”

“Maybe it’s like a final farewell.” I stated in a very hushed tone, as to attempt to not let anyone hear my concerns. “Most of these people are unlikely to survive the battle.”

“Maybe… I still think it’s in poor taste.” It left a sour flavor in my mouth also. “Will you come with me to see Dylan tomorrow?” She actually wanted me to go with her? I guess the bond between us really had been established.

“Yeah, I’ll admit I’m curious as to why Dylan wants to see you.” I twirled my mate around under my arm and smiled down at her. Placing a single peck on her beautiful lips. “Thank you, for not accusing me of anything. It meant a lot to have you by my side when people assumed I had done something.”

“I just knew deep in my bones that you had done nothing wrong.” She slid her hand in mine, making my heart flutter slightly in my chest, suddenly my senses going crazy in anticipation for what was to transpire.

“Goddess, I love you Vee.”

“And I love you, olly.” And I really knew she did.

The packs party seemed to last the entire night. People were passed out on the steps, and sofas that littered the house as me and Vee walked to the alphas office the next morning. Vee have the door a small knock, and it was Gilliards voice that replied quickly.

“Come in.” I heeded the order and opened the door, with Vee following me effortlessly.

Gilliard looked fresh, as if he enjoyed the party just enough, before getting a decent sleep next to his beloved mate. Dylan however looked exhausted… dark circles rested below her slightly blood shot, and half closed eyes. She didn’t even lift her head from Gilliards desk as she stared at a sheet of paper that rested there, her hand on her chin in concentration.

It must be very difficult to plan something of this scale. Not to mention the fact that Lewis wasn’t here was probably placing more and more pressure onto her. It was an extra thing to worry about in that long list of things to do.

Alpha Gilliard said nothing, but his gaze was volume enough. I was his least favorite person at the minute, which I understood of course.

“Vee, I didn’t know you were bringing Oliver.” She stated, barley turning away from the sheet of paper that was sprawled out on top of the desk.

“Oh… he could wait outside if you’d like.” The girl in charge, shook her head of white hair, and smiled softly at Vee.

“It’s fine. I only want to ask you a question.” She took a deep breath, tearing her sight away from the page and looking at Vee with worried eyes. “Vee, how would you feel about using the safe haven, as a hospital for our wounded?”

It made sense actually, it was out of the way, and it was safe. It was actually a well sort out plan. Dylan knew exactly what she was doing.

“I’ll send a list of supplies over.”