The Alpha's Unwanted Bride novel Chapter 729

Chapter 729: GOLDEN EAGLE

Well," Ethan said finally, taking a step backward. "I should get back before the training master starts looking for me."

"That would be wise."

He pointed at me.

"And you."

I sighed.

"What now?"

"Stay out of trouble."

"I don’t look for trouble."

Ethan barked out a laugh.

"That’s exactly what someone who constantly finds trouble would say."

I rolled my eyes.

"I have to go deliver these herbs to the kitchens."

"Fine." He started walking away before glancing back over his shoulder. "Be careful, Ruby."

The teasing was gone from his voice.

For a moment, he sounded genuinely serious.

My chest warmed slightly.

"I will."

Only when he disappeared down the corridor did I continue on my way.

The Pack House was like a maze.

Long stone hallways twisted around one another. Servants rushed past carrying baskets of vegetables, folded linens, and trays of food.

Fortunately, I had been here enough times growing up to know where the kitchens were.

The closer I got, the stronger the scent became.

Fresh bread.

Roasted meat.

Herbs.

Spices.

By the time I reached the double doors leading into the kitchens, my stomach was growling.

The moment I stepped inside, organized chaos greeted me.

Cooks hurried from station to station.

Large pots simmered over fires.

Knives chopped vegetables at incredible speed.

Orders were being shouted from every direction.

Standing in the middle of it all was Head Chef Martha.

She was a large woman with graying hair tied in a bun, her apron dusted with flour. Despite her stern reputation, she had always been kind to me.

The moment she spotted me, her face lit up.

"Ruby!"

A smile immediately spread across my lips.

"Hello, Chef Martha."

She wiped her hands on her apron before pulling me into a quick hug.

"Oh, it’s good to see you, child."

"You too."

Her eyes immediately fell to the basket hanging from my arm.

"Your mother sent supplies?"

I nodded.

"She asked me to bring these personally."

The woman’s shoulders visibly relaxed.

"Oh, thank the Moon Goddess."

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