The Secret Heirs of the Lycan King (by Misha K) novel Chapter 22

**When Midnight Winds Carry Secrets Toward Worlds Yet Unknown**
**Chapter 22**

Scott

As I stepped out of Bella’s house, a sense of elation washed over me. No, it was more than mere happiness; it was a profound relief that coursed through my veins. My Lycan had finally quieted, content with the knowledge that she was nearby, safe and sound. I had seen her, felt her warmth, tasted the sweet corner of her mouth, and now I was enveloped in her intoxicating scent.

I hadn’t intended to stay so late, but after my meeting with Tasha, the overwhelming need to see Bella became impossible to resist. Just as I was about to leave, my men informed me that she had moved from the hotel. The news struck me like a thunderbolt—surprise quickly morphed into a surge of anger and panic. She was outside my protective grasp, and my Lycan despised that feeling of vulnerability. I knew I had to act quickly to rectify the situation.

Before heading to her new place, I made a quick detour to the landlord’s office. I laid down three times the asking price on the table, effectively purchasing the house. The landlord’s eyes lit up with joy; he declared it the best deal of his life.

The paperwork flew through the process once the money was on the table. The deed was prepared, and he promised to have the papers signed first thing tomorrow at the registry office. Only then did my Lycan finally settle down, pacing less frantically in my mind. After that, I made my way to her house, savoring every moment of what followed.

On the drive back, I couldn’t help but replay our conversation in my mind, chuckling softly to myself. I had challenged her, teasing her about not falling for me. She had insisted she wouldn’t, which I found utterly charming. But as I recalled the way her cheeks flushed and the hitch in her breath when my lips brushed against hers, I was certain she wouldn’t be able to resist for long. She could draw all the lines she wanted, but I would lead her right to the edge and wait patiently.

Finally, as I stretched out in bed, I made a simple yet profound promise to myself: I would soon sleep under the same roof as Bella, whether in my place or hers. The thought eased a tight knot that had been coiling inside me.

I had instructed my secretary to clear my morning schedule because I needed to see Bella. When I walked into my office, feeling relaxed with a steaming cup of coffee in hand, Troy followed closely behind me.

“What do you want, Troy?” I asked, my tone tinged with irritation as I settled into my chair.

He got straight to the point, an air of urgency in his voice. “The Elders want Tasha moved into your penthouse.”

“No,” I growled, the very idea sending a wave of frustration through me.

“I anticipated your reaction, but they are insistent, especially Elder Cass,” he replied, his tone serious. “So here’s plan B: let her move into your Manhattan villa. It’s far from your downtown penthouse, and it has plenty of rooms and doors to keep her occupied. We’ll have her stay there with the old pack aunties. They’ll fuss over her, feed her, keep her busy. When you don’t show up, she’ll understand you’re not interested and leave of her own accord.”

I clenched my jaw, irritation bubbling beneath the surface. “I doubt it. She’s like a piece of gum someone spat on the sidewalk—ready to stick to your shoe the moment you get too close.”

“It keeps the Elders quiet,” he reasoned, his expression earnest. “And more importantly, it buys us time.”

I knew Troy was also trying to find a way to deal with Tasha and the Elders. I took a deep breath, finally relenting. “Fine. The villa,” I agreed. “But I want her away from me.”

Troy saluted with a smirk. “Consider her lost in a very polite maze. I’ll be back in a minute,” he said, rising from his seat.

As soon as he left, my secretary called out, “Mr. Moore, one of the shortlisted candidates, Craig Jones, is here.”

I paused, surprised by the unexpected news.

“Do you want me to send him away?” my secretary asked when I didn’t respond immediately.

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