Her Unwanted Mate On The Throne novel Chapter 52

Chapter 52 You’re safe here, Doris.

When Doris didn’t object, Enzo dragged the chair a bit closer so he wouldn’t be so far away. Still, he made sure to keep a respectable distance between them. “I know you’ve probably heard some horror stories about our pack—and had to live through one unspeakable experience but I hope I can help you understand us a little more.” Enzo leaned forward and rested his elbows on his knees. After what she went through, she didn’t think it would be possible for her to see them in any other light no matter how nice he was to her. “Years ago, our pack was able to break away from Royal House Arnold and their corruptive ruling. We made a life for ourselves out here—”. “Excuse me,” Doris interrupted. “Did you say Royal House Arnold has a corruptive ruling? What do you mean by that?”

Enzo looked at her with furrowed brows.

You’re safe here, Doris. Doris shifted under his gaze. She knew how they treated her at the palace, but not the other citizens. “I’ve worked at the palace for over five years, I’m not allowed to venture into the towns away from the palace.” Understanding lightened his eyes.” You’re a servant to the palace, aren’t you?” “Yes, of course I am. What else would I be?” “I thought you might have been the prince’s-never mind. It doesn’t matter. I’ll tell you how they treated their own citizens.” He stood and hovered near the unlit fire place. “You don’t mind if I light this, do you?” “No, you can.” Doris said. She watched as he leaned down to light the logs and warm the room. It was a small sense of relief to feel a bit of comfort from the flames. When he turned back to take off his coat, she noticed how handsome he was for the first time. His jawline was sharp and his eyes had a softness to them that made him look young. He scratched his scruffy jaw as he draped his coat over the back of the chair and seated himself again. “The kingdom has always made sure the citizens knew how they felt about them.

You’re safe here, Doris If you were rich, you were favored and treated well by everyone. If you were poor…” Enzo sighed and leaned back.” The poor were treated… horribly. If you slept on the streets and stood in the way of an official, they would kill you to prove a point. Children were beaten, women were raped and sold. The poor had no rights and it was impossible for us to live. “They took advantage of us, and they still do for those that remain there. Even those of us who were alphas had no rights. The king took pleasure in knowing he could control those who couldn’t afford to eat. He held so many lives in his hand and did nothing to help any of them. He encouraged the abuse, if anything.” Enzo twisted a golden ring on his finger. “You were sold to the palace too, weren’t you? When you were young?” Doris swallowed and nodded. She didn’t want to talk about what she had been

You’re safe here, Doris. choose what to do and not be killed because we don’t have money.” “I—I don‘t understand. Why are there so many horrible stories about the north? Why do you have rogues that torture others?” Doris asked. Her eyes flickered to her bruised wrists where the ropes burned her. He must have noticed, his face softened a bit as did his words. “We had to make a name for ourselves out here. We couldn’t have the kingdom coming to rip apart what we made here. They tried when they heard we wouldn’t listen to their ruling any longer. They came with hundreds of guards to tear us down but we were prepared and fought more viciously than they expected. We only allowed a few guards to survive to tell the story of how they were beaten.” Doris pulled her sleeves over her hands . “It seems some of the rogues are still vicious towards others.” “Unfortunately so. Some rogues think it’s their job to make sure anyone that comes to the north is taken care of. Especially if they’re royal. I know the royal members are resentful of us and our freedom from the kingdom, when they heard a prince was passing through -everyone was on edge and I should

You’re safe here, Doris. have guessed they would react this way. I should have done more to prevent it.” “Not all of the royal members are as resentful as you think. Not Martin or Daniel, not even William.” Or she believed that at least. As horrible as some of the royal members were, she saw goodness in those princes. Even William-deep down. “Are you referring to Prince William?” Enzo said with disbelief in his tone. “Yes, of course I mean him-” “Prince William has been brutal since the moment he came into the north. He’s been acting crazed since you were taken.” “What do you mean? I know he defended himself when we were ambushed but surely you understand” “No, he’s hunted down rogues who wished him no harm looking for you. Last I heard, he was tearing through each village to make sure you weren’t there.” Doris’s lips parted, there was no way that was true. She thought he would have already been to the market by now and forgotten all about her. Why would he be searching so wildly for her? “I—I’m sorry,” “Why are you apologizing for his actions?

You’re safe here, Doris He clearly wants you returned safely to him, but you are not a piece of property. You can choose to go to him if he’s near and I wouldn’t stop you, but you can also choose your own path.” “I am like a property to him and the palace. I’m a slave maid to them, they choose my fate.” “Ah, but you’re in the north now. Aren’t you?” Enzo smiled at Doris. “Their rules don’t apply to us.” Enzo stood and grabbed the cake from the dresser. Doris watched as he neared her and placed it in her hands. It was still a little bit warm, but no longer steamed. She breathed in the scent before she took a small bite. “His mother was once a part of our pack when I was a child.” Doris’s brows raised, she paused her chewing. “Prince William’s? The king’s fated mate was part of the pack?” Enzo seated himself next to her on the bed, she felt a bit of heat raise to her cheeks. “Yeah, I had to be about four or five so I don’t remember her well, but I’ve heard the story a hundred times. “The king had come through to speak to another alpha about the rogues. He was highly protected and no one was able to