The Luna's Pure Heart
The Luna’s Pure Heart – Chapter 81

(Damion pov)

We have been back at Night Shade for three days now since our visit to B***d Moon. The Beta’s are still in River Rock and won’t return until tomorrow. I guess Rachel was having a harder time leaving than they thought. I told them to take as much time as they needed, because honestly if they come back without her I know they will be practically useless. Their mind will only be on one thing and they won’t be able to function at the level they usually do.

I took my Bunny to see the pack doctor who will be the one to deliver our pup when Eleanor reaches full term. I swear when I close my eyes, I can still hear the blissful sound of my beautiful pup’s heartbeat..I can’t help but smile just thinking about it. Glancing over across my desk, I look at the picture of me and Eleanor that I printed out a few days ago. I know..what the hell is happening to me? I even put it in a frame and everything..it’s a picture of us both lying in bed. Her turquoise eyes are practically glowing as she looks into the camera and smiles brightly. Funnily enough, I am just staring at her in the picture, captivated by her beauty as the memories of that smile bring warmth to my heart. I placed the small black and white printed picture of our little pup right below it..my family..I never thought I would have a family ever again. I never thought I deserved a family..but I know for a fact that I want this..I want this more than anything I have ever wanted in my life.

‘Baby, what time will you be done with work? I will make us lunch.’

That sweet angelic voice I loved so much filled my head, making me smile as I returned my focus back to my computer.

‘In three hours Bunny, just have to go speak with Jake about something.’

I replied quickly, picturing my gorgeous girl in the kitchen baking some type of scones or pastry..I noticed she has been craving sweets since the moment we got back..why do I feel like I’m going to be putting on most of this baby weight? Since Tuesday, she has already managed to bake a whole cake, two pies, and chocolate chip cookies.. Guess who ended up being the designated taste tester..I need to up my cardio to off-balance this. Luckily she gave one of the pies to Pierce for his family and Dani has been sneaking a few of the cookies.

‘Okay baby, I love you. Please…just be careful.’

She finally responded, her voice full of hesitancy. I wonder what is up with her? It’s almost like she knows I am visiting Elder Paul today or something..can she really read me that easily?

I didn’t want to tell her because I just don’t want to stress her out..the doctor said the less stress the better for the pregnancy so I’m really keeping that in mind. Even though she isn’t high risk or anything, I just worry that something will happen..so much has already been taken from me in life. I refuse to let this be another thing.

Before I could respond, there was a hard knock at the door.

“Come in.” My voice boomed through the room. The door quickly opened and in walked Jake and his warrior friend Leo. I stood up, glancing down towards the framed picture one last time as an uneasy feeling began to rise inside of me. That was odd, am I actually anxious to see my uncle?

‘I don’t think I will be able last long in there Damion..seriously, if he says one thing about mate I am ripping his head off.’

Titus snarled, well I guess that’s the uneasy feeling I was getting.. Titus is ready to kill Elder Paul at the first mention of Eleanor. We all know it will be said, he will do anything to get a rise out of me.

‘We have to wait until he at least admits he was the one that lied to my dad about mom cheating on him.’

I reminded Titus, surprisingly I was keeping a cool head about this..usually, just the mere thought of my mom would throw me off the rails. Are those wounds starting to heal? I quickly pushed the thought to the back of my mind as I looked towards my Gamma expectantly.

“King Damion, we have him ready in interrogation room one.” Jake informed me and I nodded my head tightly.

Swiftly, I took off my suit jacket, putting it on the back of my chair as I began rolling up my black long-sleeved dress shirt. Let’s just say I wore black today for a reason.

“Is he conscious?” I asked curiously, glancing over toward Jake who was smirking.

“We can wake him up when we get down there.” He quipped, a smug tone filling his voice.

I had a feeling he might have had a little fun of his own before coming up here. Let’s just say the dried b***d on his knuckles was a big indicator. Jake hates my uncle almost as much as I do..and he has had to pretend to be his ally all of these years and put up with him..I don’t think I can ever repay him for that, honestly..Jake is an amazing Gamma and friend through and through.

I had made it so there was minimal contact with Elder Paul since he was sent into the dungeons a few weeks ago. We only give him food and water and check on him once a day to make sure that he is still alive. We also have security cameras in the cell, so how he was getting information out is still a mystery..unless someone tampered with the cameras. There are only four warriors that could have had contact with him throughout this whole time. They are on our radar now and we will see if Elder Paul gives up the information just as easily as Richards did.

The three of us left my office and headed toward the elevator. Glancing over, I noticed Leo was quieter than usual. Don’t get me wrong, this guy has barely said four words to me since I’ve known him..but just something about him today seems off. Titus began pacing in my mind, he must have felt it too.

As soon as we reached the holding cells, I stepped out, glancing over toward my warriors who nodded their heads with respect. My uncle was in a specially guarded area where extreme security measures were needed to access it.

We walked forward, and the guards scanned my face and entered a special code. I made it so even I would have to do the security measures, that’s how serious I was taking this. The fact that Elder Paul was able to get information out of these walls infuriates me completely..and I plan to find out who has betrayed me..making them suffer for their treason. I’m not a f*****g i***t. I know a lot of these warriors were still around when my dad ruled..half of them hated that I took over..but I thought the group I trusted with this task were the ones I knew without a doubt wouldn’t betray my trust. Usually, my gut feelings are right about this stuff.

We walked through the heavily guarded iron door and stepped down the meticulously white marble hall. I’m not one for filth..even my dungeons get cleaned daily. There is no excuse for filthy surroundings.

I thought Eleanor would be annoyed with my cleanliness, but she hasn’t said one word about it. I feel more relaxed now and notice the effort she puts in to keep things clean and organized..but I’m not going to get upset with her if she doesn’t. I love everything about my Bunny, even if she throws her clothes on the floor now and then.. I tried to hide my smile from the intruding thoughts of my love. I need to get in the zone..this is no time for feeling warm and fuzzy.

I took a deep breath and let it out slowly as that Alpha presence filled me one more. I glanced over at Jake and nodded my head. Watching as the two guards used their separate keys to unlock the door and then typed in a code.

I’m telling you, those are the measures I am taking with this guy..no way am I letting him get out of here.

Walking in, the room was pitch black and Jake quickly switched on the lights. Causing my uncle to let out a sharp hiss as he shut his eyes tightly. Wow, he looked like s**t, I couldn’t help but feel the excitement bubbling up as I took in his appearance.

“Uncle, you look well.” I said in a condescending tone. Seeing how his hands were shackled behind his back and attached to his feet with long silver chains. His left eye was practically swollen shut and he had bruising around his neck.

He wore a white t-shirt with Grey sweats and he looked like he lost weight. Good, he is weak and now he has nothing left that he can do..there’s no way out of this now.

I glanced back, watching as Leo shut and locked the door and then stood to the side. His expression was cold and rigid as he stared straight ahead.

‘Pierce, we are in the interrogation room now. Don’t let anyone come up to see Eleanor, Okay?’

I linked Pierce, I don’t know why I felt the need to say that..but being this far away from her and having my Gamma in here..I guess I just felt like she was vulnerable right now.

‘Yes sir, I will lock down the floor until you are done.’

He informed me, he must have been thinking the same thing I was.

“Why are you here? Aren’t you going to have one of your goons kill me like you did Richard?” He spat, his breathing already ragged as he dragged his gaze up to mine.

“I’m surprised you even care, wasn’t it you who tried to kill Richards first? So technically I did you a favor..right?” I smiled, circling around him as Titus was begging for me to release him.

“You have no proof of that, in fact, you have no proof of any of it..the reason why I’m here is based on your temper issues.” He scoffed, shifting in his chair as the restraints pulled back at him, causing him to wince.

“Funny you say that because just a few days ago a certain someone told me about your plans to overthrow me..again..another one of your mindless puppets.” I stepped in front of him, one of my sharp claws protruding out of my pointer finger as I pressed it into his shoulder, breaking the skin.

“What are you talking about?” He barked out, his voice would have been convincing that he truly had no idea..but his eyes gave it all away.

“Let’s see if you could solve this little debate I have been having.” I crouched down, becoming eye level with my Uncle as he swallowed hard.

“Malcolm, he isn’t really Jeffrey Prescott’s son..is he?” I said cooly, noticing my uncle’s dark eyes widen from my statement.

“That’s what I thought. Well, let’s just say he must be happy to be reunited with his dad..where ever they ended up. I guess he really followed in his father’s footsteps.” I stood slowly, seeing the panic cross my Uncle’s face. But then I noticed something else that was odd. He glanced behind me, locking eyes with either Jake or Leo for the briefest moment.

I pretended like I didn’t notice, but now those uneasy feelings were starting to make sense.

“Sorry, your plan didn’t work out, promising the poor kid he would be Alpha..and get my mate as a reward? What give you the right..” I snapped, my hand gripping his hair as I jerked his head back. A low growl rumbled from deep within me as his eyes locked onto mine.

I looked up, seeing Jake smirking in the corner with his arms crossed. Then I looked at Leo, his eyes were avoiding mine at all costs..bingo.

‘Jake, I think Leo has been the one sending the messages.’

I quickly linked, making his smirk fall immediately as the look of discomfort soon replaced it. I know they have been friends for the longest time..so this will be hard on him. Especially since he said he was trustworthy and he would put his own life on it.

‘Just keep an eye on him.’

I instructed, seeing him nod tightly in response.

“So, what I was wondering was how you were even able to contact Malcolm..” I leaned down close to my Uncle’s ear, whispering harshly as a visible tremble shuddered through him.

“How could I when I have been locked in here like a f*****g animal?” He retorted, shouting the last word as I pushed his head forward, releasing his hair.

“Who was it?” I asked harshly, coming back around as I towered above him.

“f**k you..monster..” he physically spit on me, causing my hand to lash out as I punched him square in the jaw.

“I would watch your tone Uncle, you are in my house now..well technically you always have been..I just wanted you to think you had control..but was that ever the case truly?” I looked down at his bloodied l*p. My hand itching to continue slamming into him as I clenched my fist.

“How can that girl even stand to look at you, how can she let a beast like you defile that goddess-given body..I guess she must be desperate..the desire to be Queen overriding..” before he could even finish my hand jerked out, grasping his neck as I squeezed tightly. Causing his eyes to bulge as the words he spoke about my mate tipped me over that edge..I began to black out, Titus starting to come out as my uncle uttered words I didn’t quite understand.

“Now! Do it now!” He choked, my ability to control my body slow and sluggish as Titus and I were playing tug of war with one another.

“f**k! Leo no!” I heard Jake yell out and suddenly I smelled b***d, and it wasn’t my uncles. I squeezed harder, my claws starting to puncture his skin. I needed to end this..I need to stop this now.

Suddenly a sharp sting pricked my neck.

“Use..three..” My uncle choked out and then I shoved him away. Slamming him and the chair he was in against the wall, making him slump down as I turned around.

My body was half shifted as I was met with Leo holding multiple syringes with a purple liquid dripping from the needle..wolfsbane..f**k, no..I was already halfway turned, I lunged forward slashing my hand out as I ripped my claws through Leo’s chest, causing him to cry out as I slashed once more, hitting his face and causing him to crumple to the floor.

‘Alpha, rogues have breached the walls..there are hundreds of them..some of the warriors..they are retaliating.’ My warrior JJ linked me as I felt my body growing weaker by the second.

‘Protect my Eleanor..protect the queen at all costs..’

I managed to link back before I felt Titus drifting away..three f*****g vials of wolfbane..one alone could put down the strongest wolves.

I stumbled over, looking down at Jake who had a large gash across his throat..f**k..

The room was spinning, how the hell was this happening? I glanced back towards my uncle who was still lying on the ground, a huge grin spreading across his face as he laughed wildly.

“Looks like I have more control than you thought.” Just then the doors opened and a few warrior’s that my dad always trusted walked in..I smelled the b***d of my men outside.

I lunged for my uncle, my hands wrapping around his neck as I squeezed with all my might..the hit on my head barely affected me as I heard his sputters and gasps. I would kill him before he could hurt her..I needed to kill him..I needed..

I fell back, my eyelids growing heavy..no..please Moon goddess..please don’t let him get her..take me instead, take me and protect her..

“Put the silver cuffs on him..it’s time we treated this monster like he deserves.” I heard my uncle’s hoarse words.

“I want the girl guarded, we will take care of him first..then she is mine.” He said maliciously and then my world crumbled.. I promised to always protect her..I promised I would never let her be harmed. This..this isn’t possible, this can’t be happening..my Eleanor..my pup..oh goddess no.

Then the darkness was all I saw..darkness and the image of my sweet mate..my only reason worth living for. What the hell did I just do..