Bought By The Ruthless Alpha King (Ruby) novel Chapter 13

Chapter 13

Ruby’s POV

Leonadas.

I don’t have much information about this man. Yet, during the few social events I attended, he became the topic of conversation several times. Whether it was because of his loyalty prefer to call it the same taste for cruelty as his master), perfect body, or the aura of dominance that most she–wolves favored. Nevertheless, I knew one thing accurately about him. Deadly intelligence.

Of course, you would expect nothing less from a ri

less from a right–hand man of a famous Immortal Lycan King in these five continents. The one and only.

e, my blood boiled as I confronted him, the

The one–eyed man stood before me, his posture relaxed yet exuding an air of quiet menace. Therefore, my weight of recent betrayals still heavy on my heart.

“I ask you once again why are you stalking me?” I demanded.

“Orders.”

The simplicity of his response was like fuel to the fire. Of course, I knew who was giving those orders.

This is my pack,” I said firmly, stepping closer. “And as Luna, I will not tolerate such discourtesy. Every guest here–no matter their status–is expected to observe etiquette and respect the homeowner. Your King should know this better than anyone.”

Leonidas didn’t flinch. His expression remained as cold and unyielding as stone.

“If your King has business with me.” I continued, my anger building with every word, “he can confront me directly. I won’t tolerate being burdened by his games on my own territory. I’m sure the honorable Lycan King is well acquainted with chivalry.”

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That was when he laughed–a low, humorless chuckle that sent a chill down my spine. I froze, caught off guard by the sound. My anger wavered a moment, replaced by confusion and a faint unease.

“What’s so amusing?” I snapped.

The sight of his amusement- of anyone from that twisted kingdom laughing–was deeply unsenting

Leonidas’s single eye gleamed with a dark humor as he spoke. “I can see why my King would be attracted to you”

The words struck me like a blow, and my confusion turned to white–hot fury.

“I am not a whore to be bought by anyone! I am Alpha Dominic’s wife.”

His smile widened, though it didn’t reach his eye. “Yes, I’ve heard all about that. Especially about how deeply devoted he is. About the child you lost, the betrayal by your own sister

I growled, the sound raw and animalistic as I closed the distance between us in a flash. My strength surged, fueled by rage and indignation, and before he could react, I had my arm around his neck, holding him in a vise–like grip.

“If you open your mouth about that again,” I snarled into his ear, my voice low and deadly

“I will rip it out.”

Leonidas didn’t struggle. He didn’t even flinch. Instead, be tilted his head slightly, his lips curving into that infuriating smirk

“Touchy, aren’t we?”

I tightened my hold, my heart hammering in my chest. What little courage I had was a little shaky but who cares what you face when your mind is filled with betrayal, pain, anger, and even death. This man came to me and who could refuse to make hins my punching bag for a moment. But that man will never be easily defeated in a game of physical or emotional violence. The evidence was in front of my eyes.

“You have no idea what I’m capable of,” I growled.

“Oh, I have an idea,” he rasped, his voice will maddeningly calm. “You’re every bit as fierce as they say. No wonder my King finds you so… fascinating”

The mention of Killian only fueled my rage, but I forced myself to release him. Leonidas straightened, his smirk intact despite the reddened mark

on his neck

“Consider this your first and only warning”

Chapter 13

My blue eyes were as cold as my tome “Stay out of my way. And if your King wants something from the tell him to come himself

Leonidas remained maddeningly composed after I released him, the smirk never quite leaving his face

“You know My King is very interested in you Really.”

1 tumed sharply, my glare cutting through the shadows like a blade. Hatred burned in my chest as I fixed my gaze on him

“Oh olay Really“” I spat.

Leonidas nodded entirely unfazed by my ire.

“Not just interested,” he added. “He wants you. Everything you have–your courage, your record as a great Luna, and, of course, your beauty. In all my years of serving him. I’ve never seen him pay such special attention to anyone.”

I laughed humorless. “Your King collects pets, Leonidas. I’m not naive enough to think I’d be anything more.”

Leonidas raised an eyebrow, “And yet you don’t consider using this opportunity. Surely, you’ve thought about it Revenge is within reach. Luna. Why not take 11′′

The suggestion made me laugh again, though this time the bitterness gave way to genuine amusement.

Revenge?” I said, shaking my head. “No, thank you. I’ve been hurt enough. I’m not interested in whatever twisted games your King wants to play.”

And then I considered my next words as well as the new ambition burning in my mind earlier.

“If I want revenge. I’ll do it myself”

Leonidas met my gaze, his single eye gleaming with an something that sent a thrill through me.

An intentionality.