My Promised Rejection (Olivia and Ace) novel Chapter 131

Madelena POV

Everyone is focused on me, so they can’t see the smug smile on Lisa’s face. “I didn’t do this I wouldn’t hurt Myra,” I say to the guard who is holding my arms. Madison stands up and turns toward the guard. “What the f**k do you think you’re doing,” she asks. “She hit your sister. She needs to be punished. I’m going to take her to the cells,” he says. He is clearly confused by her question. Does she believe me? “Link the pack doctor for my sister and let her the f**k go. She did not do this,” Madison says.

“Madison, I saw her do it,” Lisa says, stepping toward us. “Do you really think I believe a word coming out of your mouth? Hell you probably did it. So just shut the hell up,” Madison says. “You can’t talk to me like that. My father is the head of the council,” Lisa says. She turns to the guard and his hold tightens on me. “Take her to the cells. Madison has no right to interfere because she wants to protect her little friend. I saw her hit Myra. She needs to be punished,” Lisa says.

Commotion has us all looking in the direction of the sound. Mordeci steps into the hallway, followed by the king himself. Everyone bares their necks as Mordeci heads right to Myra. My heart breaks when he rolls her and she doesn’t make a sound. If not for the rise and fall of her chest, I would think she was dead. How could Lisa do this to her? How hard did she hit her? “What the hell happened here,” the king asks. “Lisa hit Myra with the statue in her hand and is trying to frame me for it.”

Lisa looks shocked that I spoke before her, but I refuse to let her get away with this. I’m not the same girl I was when she first arrived. I may not have a fancy rank or a father on the council, but that doesn’t mean I deserve her hatred and mistreatment. I watch as Mordeci lifts Myra and carries her away from the chaos. I pray she will be alright. Madison follows behind her, but not before stopping in front of the king. “I believe Maddy. She didn’t do this,” she says.

“That’s a lie. I saw her hit Myra. She did this, not me. Daddy, I wouldn’t do something so evil. You have to believe me,” she says. She is a good actress. I’ll give her that much. Tears run down her cheeks and her father pulls her into his arms.

“My king, my daughter is not the kind of person that would harm another pack member. I want this girl punished for not only harming a council member’s daughter, but for trying to frame mine,” he says. “I didn’t realize we had already determined Madelena’s guilt. I’m not sure how you think things work in other pack’s Elias, but in the royal pack, punishments are only handed out after the person is found to actually be guilty,” the king says.

I fight the smile when Lisa’s eyes meet mine. I swear she looks like she sucked on a lemon as she glares at me. “Are you saying you believe that my daughter is guilty, my king,” Elias asks. “No, I’m saying that the only two people that know the truth are the ones being accused of hurting the pup. Neither’s words carry more weight than the other,” he says. “My king, I understand that you have a soft spot for the omega.”

Elias‘ words are cut off by a deep growl. “Elias, as the head of the council, I would expect better of you than to believe that rank has anything to do with a person’s character. For that matter, are you saying I am an unjust king that would defend someone who is guilty just because she is friends with my daughter” the king asks. I fight the giggle as Elias opens and closes his mouth repeatedly. “Of course, not my king,” he finally grits out.

“How do you propose we determine who the guilty party is,” Elias asks. “My queen has the power of discernment. She will be able to tell who is lying and who is telling the truth,” he says. Lisa’s hold tightens on her father. “Or we can simply wait for Myra to wake up. She should be able to tell us who hit her. My understanding from Joshua is that both girls shifted for the first time last night, so even if she didn’t see her attacker she should be able to identify their scent,” he says.

“I’m sorry for the inconvenience, Beta.” “No apology is necessary, Maddy. I offered our floor. When Ace linked me about what was happening, I knew you had nothing to do with what happened to Myra,” he says. “May I spend a few minutes with you, Maddy,” the queen asks. “O f course,” I say and step into the room. I gasp at how beautiful it is. Don’t get me wrong, my room is nice, but this is amazing.

“It’s lovely, isn’t it? I was hoping it would make this whole ordeal a little better for you. I still can’t believe that nasty little witch thought she would get away with this,” she says. “I’m glad you believe me, my queen.” “Oli, please. Della considers you her best friend and sister, which means we consider you and your mother our family Maddy. I’ve already called Della, and she will be returning to the pack. Needless to say, I wouldn’t want to be Lisa when the truth comes out,” she says.

“She can’t. Ronan needs her.” A smile tugs at her lips, which confuses me. “She will make sure that everything is settled with Ronan. She was able to heal Reagan,” she says. She giggles because she must see the shock on my face. “Della trusts you. I know you know about her powers, Maddy. I trust you to keep my daughter’s secrets,” she says. “I will. I would never betray her.”

“Good, now I’ll be sending you up dinner and your mom because she was a little panicked when she heard what happened. I’ve reassured her, but I think she needs to see for herself you are safe. You two can spend the rest of the evening watching movies and enjoying your confinement,” she says with a wink. “Thank you, Oli.” “You are most welcome, Maddy.” When she steps out of the room, I move toward the bed and flop down onto my back. So much for having a relaxing day by the pool.