Chapter 64

DONNIE’S POV Three days after pleading with Donald severally, he later allowed me to see Carlyle.

As I entered Carlyle’s inner chambers, the dim light revealed the toll the poison had taken on him.. His strong, dominant and commanding presence was overshadowed by the frailty that now clung to him.

The lines on his face told a story of pain and exhaustion which was a stark contrast to the vibrant.

Alpha I knew so well. His gaze met mine as his eyes held a mixture of gratitude and vulnerability.

unveiling the depth of his struggle against the poison’s grasp. It was a poignant moment, one that made me realize the depth of the situation.

“Sidonnie,” he muttered lowly as Donald assisted him to sit.

The inner chambers was concentrated with the scent of medical herbs. Carlyle’s eyes, normally sharp and focused, softened with a warmth that transcended the Alpha facade.

“Donnie,” he greeted, his voice carrying both gratitude and fatigue.

“How are you feeling, Carlyle?” I asked, genuine concern etched in my voice and expression.

He sighed, his shoulders bearing the weight of recent events. “I’m better now, thanks to the healers.

But there’s much to be done, and my absence has been felt.”

“How did you become like this?”

“I got infected with the poison the Sertid Fur Alpha was killed with.”

Our conversation navigated through the intricacies of pack matters, touching upon the concerns of the elders who questioned his leadership in his weakened state. Carlyle’s frustration was palpable, and I offered reassurance that I would address the pack on his behalf, assuring them that he hadn’t abandoned his responsibilities.

“It’s been a challenge, Donnie,” he admitted, his eyes meeting mine with a vulnerability that felt unfamiliar. “Handling pack affairs while battling this poison has been more taxing than I anticipated.”

I nodded understandingly, feeling a shift in the dynamics of our interaction. The boundaries softened, and for a moment, we weren’t Alpha and Sidonnie but two individuals sharing a heart felt moment together.

“Thank you for being here,” Carlyle expressed sincerely. “I’ve missed you, especially in times like.

these.”

Our dialogue flowed seamlessly, each word fostering a connection that transcended the roles we played. We touched upon shared memories, laughed at old anecdotes, and discussed plans for the future of Moon Shade Pack.

In those moments, the room became a sanctuary where genuine camaraderie flourished. As Carlyle 12:01 Sat, 2 Mar RD.

spoke, I sensed the depth of his appreciation for my presence..

64%A “Mason always wanted to see you but we weren’t allowed in I informed Carlyle and he manage to smile.

“I bet he must have missed my presence.”

“Sure, he did. But I couldn’t bring him along because I didn’t want him to see you this way. It veeah my heart enough that you’re ill, I can’t afford to manage Mason’s questions when he comes here at this time.” I explained and he smiled at me, holding my palm in his while he was still on the bed.

“You need to see Donnie’s performance when you were down.” Donald, who has been listening all along interrupted in my praise.

“Really?” Carlyle flashed a questioning, yet appreciative look at me.

“Of course, Carl. I wouldn’t lie to you. You should possibly have been hearing about it from the guards by now.

“I did, but I didn’t pay much attention into it. Carlyle responded.

In a heartfelt exchange, Donald conveyed his admiration for my unwavering dedication and leadership during Carlyle’s absence. He began narrating everything that happened, down to how I told the elders to stop acting antsy or destructive to prevent deadly situations.

“If you all think Alpha Carlyle isntworthy to be the Alpha, one of you should volunteer to take over and witness how it feels to shoulder such a huge responsibility on your shoulders!

Those were her last words to the elders.” Donald recounted the event to Carlyle.

“Wow! I can’t believe I missed such a moment.” Carlyle teased while my face turned a deep blush of red.

“Indeed, you missed a lot. You need to see how the elders were short of words. Neither of them could utter a single thing to her as she warned them to stop causing chaos within the pack.” Donald added quickly.

“It’s nothing, Donald. I was only carrying out my duty.” I said with the aim of putting g a stop to the praises as I was beginning to feel weird and awkward.

“Donnie, you held the fort with remarkable strength. Moon Shade is fortunate to have you by Carlyle’s side.*

Carlyle, still recovering but attentive, added his words of appreciation.

“Donald is right. Your resilience and dedication haven’t gone unnoticed. I’m grateful for the support you’ve provided, especially in managing the concerns of the pack.”

“It’s nothing. I would do anything to make sure the pack is safe and stable, even in your absence.” I uttered and Donald giggled, winking at Carlyle.

“So, how are you feeling now?” I asked again, checking his face for any sign of discomfort.

12:01 Sat, 2 Mar FR “I’m all good as you can see. I only need to recuperate for a few more days, then I’m back on track he answered and I nodded.

“That’s good. You don’t know how scared and worried I was during the past days since I learnt about your ailment I confessed without restraint.

“I almost wish I’d been sick all this while if it meant having you care for me like this, sincerely.” Carlyle confessed in whispers, a rare vulnerability in his usually composed demeanor.

“Don’t say that, Carlyle. You need to be hake and hearty at all times. If not for anything, fur Mason’s sake.” I slapped the dorsum of his hand playfully.

“I’ll leave you two alone. Seems like you need some privacy.” Donald said, about to leave but Thad to pause in his steps due to the sudden noise emanating from outside.

“Ma’am, you can’t go in.” I heard the guards outside say to someone whom I couldn’t tell who it was.

“Let me in. What right do you have to stop me?” That voice sounded so familiar but the clatters of the guards weapons which were to prevent intruders from coming in covered up the pitch of the voice and I failed to recognize whose it was.

“You really can’t go in, miss. The Alpha would be so crossed.”

“Make way! That should be none of your business.”

“What’s that noise?” Carlyle directed the question to Donald who raised an eyebrow in response. that he didn’t know and couldn’t tell.

“Go check it out.” Carlyle ordered, our attentiom fully focused at the entrance. Before Donald would get to the scene of commotion, the door flung open, showing the last person I wanted to see at the moment.

Raina entered the room with an air of arrogance, her eyes scanning the space before fixing on Carlyle.

My heart raced as I watched Raina’s confident entrance as my eyes widening with a mix of surprise and dread, not excluding my furrowed brows. Carlyle’s face tensed, a storm brewing in hist eyes, while Donald’s expression mirrored the uneasy anticipation in the room.

“Raina, what are you doing here? How dare you come in here without prior notice?” Carlyle queried her angrily but I held his hand tightly as a signal for him to take it easy and not get agitated because of his health.

“Oh! no, that’s not the way to speak to your life saviour who accompanied you for days during the critical times.” Raina retorted, sitting on the bed beside Carlyle, just in front of me.

My jaw tightened with my gaze sharpening. “What are you talking about?”

Raina smirked, reveling in the tension she was creating. “It seems someone is in the dark here. I’ll…”

“Raina!” Donald warned amidst gritted teeth and I knew something was wrong. There was nothing anyone could tell me for me to believe they weren’t hiding g something from me, “Don’t stop me, Donald. You didn’t shut me up when you came to me for help. It’s only right that she knows that I had been with the Alpha for days and night, watching after him.”

12-01 Sat, 2 Mar FR An unsettling silence fell, the weight of Raina’s words hanging heavily in the air, casting shadows over the room.

“What is she talking about Carlyle?” My gaze shifted from Raina to Carlyle and then to Donald with a mix of confusion and concern etched on my face.

“Donald, is this true?” I questioned with my voice laced with a hint of disbelief.

Donald, caught between the tension of the revelation, hesitated before answering. “It’s true, Donnie.

While Carlyle was recovering. Donnie was by his side, looking after him.”

Raina’s smirk deepened, relishing in the chaos she had unleashed. “Not just looking after him, Beta.

Remember?”

The room seemed to tighten with each passing second, emotions swirling as my eyes sought confirmation from Carlyle.

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