The Alpha’s Rejected And Broken Mate -
Chapter 91
Amber POV
I was floating on a high after those kisses from Stefan and the first date he had organized. It had been so romantic, so sweet and we had grown comfortable with each other. I had told him my story about Darius giving me up in exchange for marrying my sister and about Rowan who had been unable to decide between myself and Stacey his ex-girlfriend. Stefan had been shocked by how mistreated I had been and swore he would never be that way with me, that he wanted me and would show me it often, wanting me to be comfortable in his castle. In return, I learned about Stefan's parent's death. They had been traveling between various packs when they were set upon by a bunch of shifters, presumably rogues, who didn't like vampires. Stefan had been a child at the time, but with their death, he was forced to grow up quickly and become the King, something he sometimes didn't feel like he was suited for. He hadn't imagined being placed in the role so soon and I found myself incredibly saddened for the little boy who had lost his parents and then been thrust into learning his place in the kingdom all at once.
I found myself seeking out Teresa once more in the kitchen, signaling for her to join me at the table. She hesitated, but another omega nodded at her, giving her permission and she came over with a wide smile, sitting down in the seat beside me. "I hope you don't mind" I started and she shook her head at me, her eyes twinkling.
"I don't mind at all. Besides as the King's mate, you could order me to sit with you and I would have to" she said frankly as my mouth gaped open.
"I'm not forcing you to," I told her hurriedly and she laughed.
"It's fine, I enjoy speaking to you and it gives me a break from chores," she said, leaning back against the chair. "Is there something I could do for you? Would you like a cup of coffee?"
I hesitated. I knew I wasn't supposed to drink too much caffeine with the baby but surely one cup would be alright? I was craving it something fierce.
"Coffee please, but only if you make yourself one as well" I requested.
Teresa grinned and hopped up. I watched as she made two mugs of coffee. "Milk, sugar, cream?" she asked sweetly. "Cream and sugar please"
She brought them over, sipping hers slowly as she sat, while I placed my hands around the mug grateful for the warmth. I really needed to speak to Stefan about getting some warmer clothes instead of wearing the dresses that got left out for me each morning when I woke up. As it was, I was already missing him but I'd been informed he was out doing some business and would come to visit me shortly. I was a big girl and decided to amuse myself, visiting Teresa was a spur-of-the-moment decision and I was glad. She seemed like such a lovely girl or woman.
"So how are you finding it here?" asked Teresa warmly, still sipping her coffee, her eyes closed in bliss.
"Strange" I admitted, "I mean it's so different to what I'm used to and this castle is huge, much bigger than a pack house."
"I imagine it would feel very weird for a shifter to be in a castle surrounded by vampires though" Teresa mused "I know I would feel lonely in that scenario."
I flushed. "Yes, I suppose I am a bit lonely. Stefan is busy a lot of the time" I admitted.
"Oh but he adores you," Teresa said in a hushed voice "he's always talking about you to others. He seems to be enamored of you actually and I don't blame him. You're gorgeous" she admitted shyly. "I especially love that red hair of yours."
I blinked in surprise. I had always viewed my red hair as being a disadvantage, I guess because my parents had despised it so much. I never thought that someone would admire it as much as Teresa seemed to.
"Thank you" I stammered "but I actually love your hair," I told her sincerely, loving the way it gleamed in the light.
Teresa looked startled and then smiled, touching her hair absent-mindedly and laughing. "We're both weird, aren't we" she chuckled. I chuckled alongside her.
"So what are you up to for the rest of the day," Teresa asked with interest.
I sighed. I didn't know what I was going to do. Part of me was desperate to go for a run, but I still remembered Stefan's warning about the council using me if they found out I was a special wolf. Lilac wanted to stretch her legs and I just wanted to enjoy the outdoors and the feel of it beneath my paws.
"I wish I could go for a run," I said a little sadly "but I can't let my wolf be seen."
Teresa leaned forward, her eyes searching mine. "Why not? Is it because you're scared of what we vampires might think?" she asked. I shook my head and leaned closer to her. "It's because Stefan told the council I was just a plain silver wolf when I'm not. I'm rare" I whispered, "so now I feel like I have to keep it a secret from them."
"Oh," said Teresa wistfully "that sucks. I mean the keeping it secret, not the being a rare wolf thing" she added hastily "I wonder what it feels like to go for a run."
"It's better than you could imagine," I told her warmly "the sun on your face, the wind in your fur, the speed of the run, it's all amazing" I declared.
"I bet it's better than our own running" agreed Teresa, giving me a sympathetic glance. "I'm so sorry" she apologized.
I stared at her incredulously. Why was she apologizing? It's not like she'd done anything wrong.
"Maybe you could check out the training ring on the grounds where we train" suggested Teresa "that might prove to be interesting to you. Maybe you could even join in."
I liked the sound of that but knew I would only observe if I went there. But it was a great idea and I thanked Teresa profusely. At the very least it would stave off my boredom.
Thwack. I heard the sound of a loud slap and the sound of a girl letting out a shriek. I whipped my head around, to see none other than that b***h, Elaine, standing over a poor servant, who was holding a hand to her stinging cheek. "You gave me the wrong coffee" she screeched, and the servant girl let out a sob. Teresa put a hand to her mouth. I was in shock. How could she treat an innocent servant girl that way? Teresa leaned over to whisper in her ear "his ex-girlfriend has always had a temper and treated the servants poorly."
I got to my feet, the servant girl surrounded by broken shards of the mug and spilled coffee while Elaine stood there, looking disgusted, her eyes staring down at the poor girl with contempt.
"Do you have any idea who I am" she hissed at the girl, who was sobbing pitifully now "I am the King's girlfriend and you would do well to remember that."
Now I was annoyed, as I helped the servant girl to her feet, staring at Elaine with a look of anger. I focussed my attention on the poor girl as Teresa silently grabbed a dustpan and brush and began to clean up, another servant girl wiping up the spilled liquid. "Are you alright?" I asked her softly.
The servant girl nodded, still clutching her cheek. It was already beginning to bruise and swell. "You should get some ice on that," I told her as Elaine folded her arms across her chest and glowered at me. "How dare you interrupt me" she hissed.
I raised an eyebrow at her, not cowed in the slightest. "How dare you hit a servant girl? What is wrong with you?" I demanded heatedly.
"I can do what I like. They are beneath me and she made a mistake, which she will now learn from."
"You are not the king's girlfriend," I said firmly, the servants all stopping in their tracks to listen unashamedly "I am his mate, and you would do well to remember that," I told her.
"I will be his girlfriend" she denied "once he realizes how pathetic and weak you are. Who wants a mangy mutt for a queen" she exclaimed as the servants began to mutter amongst themselves.
"Stefan does," I said quietly "and I am not a mangy mutt" I snarled. My hands clenched into fists, my body trembling. If it wasn't for the pregnancy I might have already shifted and attacked her. She tossed her long hair over her shoulder and smirked.
"The vampire people are very proud. They will not want a person of another race ruling them" she snapped. Then she had the audacity to poke me in the chest. "You are not worthy to be queen. I am."
"Don't ever touch me" I warned her, my chest heaving up and down "I'm warning you, Elaine."
She reached out and tried to slap me, but I caught her hand mid-air and twisted it, causing her to cry out in pain. Teresa stood beside me, looking upset. "Miss Elaine you should leave before King Stefan finds out what you have done" she advised the woman, as I reluctantly let go of her hand.
In answer, Elaine's eyes began to glow a bright vivid red color. She was going full vampire on my a*s. I grimaced. This was not going to be pretty. She let her fangs show. My nails began to grow longer in response as I prepared myself for the inevitable attack. "Miss Elaine, please stop" pleaded Teresa.
I hastily pushed Teresa behind me and then dodged to the side just in time as Elaine suddenly rushed forward. We grappled, the both of us, Elaine's strength overwhelming. I suppose I should have expected that from a vampire.
Her nails struck me across the face, drawing blood. I gave a small hiss, punching her in the guts and watching her double over, She let out a yelp and then stood upright, kicking out but thankfully missing my stomach, which she had intentionally aimed for. There was a commotion as servants began to file out of the room, others standing in the corner and watching wide-eyed. I didn't wait around, shifting to my wolf form and tackling Elaine to the ground. I was tired of her insults, tired of being called a mangy mutt. She had gone too far this time. I clenched my jaws around her arm and bit down, before shaking my head and yanking it, breaking it as she screamed. I backed away, watching her, waiting for her next move as she cradled her arm. I let out a low growl, furious, ready to re- tackle her, but she surprised me, backing away, whimpering in a pathetic voice. Only then, did I see Stefan in the doorway with a grim expression on his face. I shifted back to human form immediately.
"Stefan" whimpered Elaine, holding out her arm "look what she did to me."
He glowered at her and she paled. "I saw enough Elaine and the servants told me what you did. I think you need to spend some time in the dungeon until you've learned your place."
His guards filed in and took custody of her, dragging her kicking, and wailing out the door. I stood there, suddenly realizing I was naked and Stefan's eyes widened as he realized that too, taking his shirt off and hastily throwing it towards me. I grabbed it and gratefully put it on.
"Stefan I know I shouldn't have shifted" I began to apologize.
He sighed and pinched the bridge of his nose. "You just showed everyone what a rare shifter you are. Even my people know that a white wolf is rare and unique. I'm not angry at you, I'm just worried" he admitted, crossing the room and grabbing hold of me, pulling me in and hugging me tightly.
"I'm sorry" I whispered and he sighed, stroking my hair and kissing me on the forehead.
"It's fine, whatever happens, we'll deal. I just hope the council doesn't hear of it, but something tells me that Elaine won't keep her mouth shut, especially now that she's being punished."
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