My Secret Life (New Edition) Maleah novel Chapter 459

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Kianda’s eyes are fixed on my neck until I shake my head. I see a questioning look in her eyes.

“Our scents will mix after we mark each other, which would have raised questions. We just wanted to spend as much time together as possible,” I explain to my friends before quickly detailing how they’ll enter Mystic Moon territory.

Tonight, I don’t have to worry about how many hours I sleep, but my night is short and restless–we both miss our Mate. Gaia has coffee ready when I reach the kitchen, and I sit on one of the high chairs by the kitchen island, something I asked Deimos to add to our own kitchen.

The Royal Gamma floor is a male–dominated space, evident in its decor. I was surprised when Deimos asked what I wanted to change. I involved both him and Liam in the new decorations, and they were equally surprised by some of my ideas. I want our home to be a comfortable place to unwind.

I found out that Mavka was more worried about appearance than comfort, which was reflected in the furniture–it all looked painfully uncomfortable. Deimos was more than willing to order new pieces, and Liam will be in for a surprise when he sees the chair I picked for him, something Deimos wholeheartedly agreed with.

After packing everything in Gaia’s guestroom, I head to the Pack–house with the device in hand. Dad waits for me on the front porch. As he hugs me, he asks how the past few days were through the mind–link.

Before I can answer, Mandy shows up next to us.

“Bitch, because of you, I won’t become the Beta female!” she yells.

I glance at her as Gibson stands a few feet away, and even the others keep their distance.

“Donovan and Gibson wanted to break the Law–that’s why you won’t become the Beta female. It has nothing to do with me and everything to do with their twisted view of females,” I state before turning to greet Alpha Brad.

Luna Hester is glaring daggers at Mandy, and I can’t shake the feeling she’s been causing trouble ever since announcing she’s carrying Gibson’s pup.

“Alpha Brad, can you sign this document for me? I want to start traveling once we are done at the Palace, maybe I will find my Mate somewhere along the way.” I say as I hold out the paper he needs to sign.

Alpha Brad signs it without hesitation. After he hands it back, I tuck it into my bag–not that I’ll need it. I just don’t want them to know I’ve already found my Mate. I can’t wait to see the looks on their faces when they realize who is walking out of the door.

Beta Fred will stay behind while the rest of our leadership heads to the Palace. Mandy grabs Gibson’s arm, dragging him to Alpha Brad’s SUV, while Elinor, Kali, and Sammy climb into Kali’s SUV. Dad and I get into his SUV with Slater and Bellona. Both wanted to ride with us, and Dad mentioned it uld give me a chanc

to tell Slater about Deimos.

Traveling to the Palace by SUV takes longer than going on foot. Once we’re on the road, I turn to Slater.

“I found my Mate,” I say, looking into his eyes. “You can’t tell anyone. Only a handful of people know about. it–and who he is. My Mate is Deimos.”

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A huge smile spreads across his face. Both Bellona and Slater promise me that they will keep their mouth shut. When I tell them about the night I took out the last Pack, they burst into laughter–until I explain why Angelo refuses the responsibility of being a Royal Pack.

“Everyone is obligated to help them,” Dad growls.

I tell him I’ll take it up with King Alwin.

We talk about the last two and a half days of the competition, and they’re in stitches when I tell them about my little payback on Eryx.

“Can we move to the Palace, Slater? I don’t want to miss out on anything your Sister is going to put those males through,” Bellona asks. I see Slater shaking his head profusely.

When we reach the Palace, the guard informs us that we’re the last Pack to arrive. As we ride down the final stretch, I ask Dad why we’re the last ones.

“I might have written down the time incorrectly,” Dad whispers, and we all burst out laughing. Dad is never one to mess things up–at least not by accident.

King Alwin and Queen Axelle are waiting for us next to the double doors of the Palace entrance. Both refuse to greet Donovan and Gibson–a clear sign of their displeasure. Mandy, however, seems oblivious to the situation and keeps talking to Queen Axelle as if they’re best friends, something I know the Queen dislikes.

“Your Majesty, it is a pleasure to see you again,” I say, bowing my head respectfully to King Alwin.

“Your Majesty, it is a pleasure to see you again,” I repeat, bowing my head to Queen Axelle.

“Zalia, it’s good to see you again. I can’t wait to see how you all did in the competition,” King Alwin responds. I notice a scowl on Donovan’s face.

As the King and Queen walk into the Palace, Mandy tries to step next to Queen Axelle, but Luna Hester grabs her arm and yanks her back.

“Remember your place, Mandy. You will follow your Alpha and Luna into the meeting room,” Luna Hester scolds before pushing her toward Gibson.

Slater and Bellona have already gone to the Throne room to join the members of Little River Pack. Their seats are a bit further back but elevated a few feet above the rest. Every Pack not in the competition will be in the stands around the Throne room, giving them a great view of the Packs on the floor.

I walk into the meeting room with Alpha Brad and Luna Hester beside me, followed closely by Elinor, Kali, Sammy, Donovan, Gibson, Mandy, and Dad. Every Pack in our Kingdom is present, represented by their current and future leadership.

I glance toward Slater, who’s wearing a huge grin, and notice Dagda standing next to him. When our eyes meet, Dagda places his hand on his neck. I know exactly what he’s implying and quickly scan the competitors for Luke. He doesn’t look too happy.

As I approach, Luke gives me a death glare. I flip him the bird as I walk past him to Daniel.

“Hello, Daniel. Hów are things with Liza?” I ask. He pulls his shirt aside to show me her mark on his neck.

“Congratulations,” I say before turning to his Beta. “Now you’re not only his Beta and best friend but also his brother–in–law. Quite a few titles to carry–what more could you want?”

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“The title of Royal Pack,” he answers with a twinkle in his eyes.

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