The Werewolf King’s Mate
Chapter 57

Cory's POV:

I couldn't get words out of my mouth. Lucas, it's not me. Get away from her is what I wanted to say. It was all dark and hazy. I felt my heart breaking. I didn't know what was happening. I tried to mind-link Lucas, but it wasn't working. I tried again and again.

"Lucas...help me." Nothing.

"Please. Lucas. It's not me you're with." I am losing my strength.

"Help..." Suddenly, I felt a kick in my stomach.

"Lucas, our pup...pup." And I lost consciousness. My mind and my body could not hold it any longer.

I don't know for how long I passed out. When I opened my eyes, I was in a room and tied to the bedpost. I attempted to free my arms, but the rope was too tight. Ouch! My stomach hurts again-my little one. I caressed my stomach; hopefully, the baby would feel my touch and calm down. Shh, everything's going to be alright. I looked around the room. It was basically empty except for the bed I was on, a chair, and the candles. There was a tiny window, so I could tell it was still nighttime. I heard footsteps coming here. The doorknob turned, and to my surprise, I saw Chloe.

"YOU?!"

"Oh, good morning to you, too, b*tch!"

"Where am I? Let me out of here!"

"Tsk tsk. No, can't do that. You have a part to play in all this, you know."

"What part?! Let me out! Wait till Lucas hears about this!"

"Lucas? I think you're the least of his concerns right now. Since he's occupied." She smirked at her implication of Lucas being with someone else now.

"My sweet niece, don't say those things. Your Majesty would never do such a thing, right?" A man in his forties came into the room. He gave off the vibe of an untrustworthy man.

"W-who are you?"

"My apologies. I am Sir Hendrix. I have been watching Lucas grow into a fine young man."

"Why am I here?"

"Let's just say Lucas has something that I want. And I needed you and your unborn pup to get it." Grrrr! I growled at them.

"Feisty! I never thought our yet-to-be queen was ferocious!"

"What do you want?"

"For now, I just need your hair."

"My hair?!"

He turned to Chloe, "You know what to do." And then, he left.

Chloe slowly walked towards the bed. She was holding a pair of scissors, duct tape, and a camera. I heard the ripping sound of the tape. Chloe cut them and tried to cover my mouth with them. I tried to fight her off with my other hand. Slap! She slapped my cheek. I could feel my skin burn from contact with her hand.

"Don't move, b*tch! I am not a patient person. I can cut your throat right now." She said, showing the scissors.

I went completely still. Chloe took the cut tape and covered my mouth. She also removed the rope from the bedpost and tied both my hands together. I thought it was over, but she grabbed a chunk of my hair and pulled it. I screamed from the top of my lungs. "Music to my ears. You freaking deserve this, you know that?" She pulled my hair again, harder this time.

"Ha ha ha ha! This is so fun! I remember doing this to your friend. What's her name again?"

I was shocked at her revelation. Was it Chloe who hurt Lola? I was sad for Lola and angry at Chloe for treating her like that! I was mumbling, and no words were coming out of me.

"Lucas lost everything. How sad. Eat and swallow your food, okay?" She chuckled as she stood up and left the room.

The information dumbfounded me. How about the kingdom and its people? Lucas loved them. It was all my fault! If I was strong enough, I wouldn't be here, and Lucas wouldn't have to give up his role as king! The hunger left me as the news dawned on me. I'm so sorry. It was all my fault. A strong wind blew inside the room, and I felt cold.

Shh. Everything's going to be fine.

Is my mind playing tricks on me?

No, Cory.

Hotah?

Hmm. Stay strong. And eat. You will need your strength and for the pup.

Where have you been?

The candles. They were laced with black magic. It weakens the wolf.

As she mentioned candles, I looked at the ones on the shelf. No fire. The wind must have blown the fire out. Thank you, Moon goddess!

Do you think we could mind link Lucas?

We could try. I am unsure if the whole place was covered in dark magic or some barrier.

Got it!

I relaxed my mind and pictured Lucas. I was picturing him with his charming smile. Please let this work.

"Lucas..." Nothing.

"Lucas...Can you hear me?"

"Please. Lucas."

A few seconds passed. When I thought all hope was lost, I heard his voice. How I already missed it. I was trying to control my sob when I responded. "Cory!"

"Lucas...I-I was taken."

"I know, baby. We're coming to get you, okay? Wait for me."

"Okay."

"Do you know where you are?"

"No. It was dark when they brought me in, and the window was too high to see the outside."

"It's okay. Do you know who took you?"

"Yes. Chloe and Hendrix."

But before I could hear what Lucas said, Chloe returned to my room. Why is she back so soon? She didn't say anything and just grabbed the tray. I stopped her. "No...I am not done yet. Please untie me so I can eat."

"Fine. But make any move, I will cut your throat." She said, holding a knife up. "Hurry up!"

She looked around and noticed the candles.

"Did you blow them off?"

"No. It was the wind."

She took out a match and lit the candles again, one by one. Soon enough, I felt the connection break. I need to blow out those candles later, and I need to know where I am. "You done?"

"Where am I?"

"Don't bother asking. They wouldn't find this place anyway. The witch covered the place with dark magic. Not even the birds or any animals would know we are here." "You! Tell me!"

"Shut up!"

She went towards me and grabbed me by the arms. I felt the ropes around my wrist again. She's tying me up.

"Don't think of doing something stupid."

She tugged the knot tighter and left. I will wait for the perfect time to blow the candles off later. I don't want her to be suspicious. But today, I felt a new sense of hope and relief. Lucas is coming. We'll be together again soon. All I have to do is wait.