The Lycan Prince’s Wolfless Slave (Academy Romance) novel Chapter 53

The Lycan Primee’s Wolfless Slave (Academy Romance)

Chapter 53

Kai

I let out a chuckle, looking at my father like he’s lost his mind. “You’re a fool if you think I’d let you do that to anyone, even if they’re a slave.” My voice is hard and steamy as I glare at my father. I hear the silent gasps and murmurs round the table, I even feel a slight tug from Kara who’s trying to pull me to sit down, but I don’t care.

I know this will come back to bite me in the ass later, but I don’t give flying fuck right now. I will not let my father destroy our species and put this kingdom in jeopardy just because he’s obsessed with having way too much power.

“Do you realize who you’re talking to, boy? I’m your father and your king!” My father snaps, his voice hard and angry ever though he’s not yelling. Anyone else would tremble at the power of his voice, but not me.

“I am your son. The heir to the kingdom. And I refuse to allow you to make a grave mistake, father.”

The table is deadly silent as my father and I stare at each other in a battle of wills. He tilts his head and raises his brows, a suspicious look forming on his face.

“Is there a reason why you’re so keen on protecting this slave of yours, son? Anything I should know?”

I turn to find everyone watching me as if they’re waiting for what I’ll say. Even Rina looks offended just by the mention of Lyra.

Shit. Why exactly am I so concerned about Lyra? Why does the thought of anyone touching or arming her make me want to go crazy? I can’t let my father think she means anything to me.

The fact is she doesn’t. She’s just a girl that I love to torment and control.

I clear my throat and turn to my father.

“She means nothing to me,” I say, my voice flat and devoid of any emotion. “Other than the fact that she is my slave. She exists to serve me and me alone. I will not let anyone use my property for their sick experiments. Not the Monpires, and not even the King.”

The tension in the air is thick enough to cut with a knife. My father stares at me, his eyes burning with a cold, calculated anger. He doesn’t like being challenged, especially not in front of the other leaders.

at should get anyone else

I feel the weight of his gaze pressing down on me, but I don’t back down. I keep my chin up and meet his eyes with a defiance phut

killed.

My mother clears her throat, the sound loud in the quiet room. She forces a tight, fake smile onto her face. “Now, now,” she says, her voice sounding forced and shaky. “Let’s lighten up, shall we? This is a dinner, not a courtroom. Let’s have the music turned back on.”

My father doesn’t look at her. He continues to stare at me for a few more seconds. His jaw tightens as he suppresses his rage. Finally, he leans in and whispers loud enough for only me to hear.

“We will discuss this later in private, Kai. Do not think your status as heir protects you from my wrath.”

He turns back to the table with a fake, practiced smile. “Everyone, please. Enjoy your meals. Feel free to get acquainted with our special guests. Tonight is a night for celebration and new beginnings.”

The fear in the room starts to dissipate, replaced by a sense of normalcy. People start eating again, though many still cast nervous glances toward the

4:53 pm

Chapter 53.

Manpines

The music starts back up, a soft orchestral piece that feels completely out of place given the creatures sitting among us. A three course meal is served expensive cuts of meat and exotic is but I don’t even touch my plate. My stomach is in knots. All I can do is stare at the Monpires across from me. Vlad is restless in my mind, his claws digging into the walls of my consciousness.

He is dying to tear them apart, to rid the world of their cold, dead presence.

I need to find a way to protect Lyra. My father isn’t going to let this go. He wants her, and he usually gets what he wants.

After a while, my father stands up and takes my mother’s hand. “It is time to dance with my lovely Queen,” he announces to the room. The rest of you should join us on the floor.”

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