Sold as the Alpha King's Breeder novel Chapter 463

Chapter 121: A Workable Plan

*Ciana*

I left Maggie, still wondering why she was doing all of this. Greg and Sherry were close behind. They trailed after me like worrying parents, making sure I was safe.

"Okay, guys, if you're going to hang around, you might as well talk to me,' I turned to them. 'Unlike your Alpha, I’m an extrovert and it helps to talk it through.'

Sherry chuckled and came to my side. She and I became good friends really quickly. I loved her energetic and upbeat vibe. Having her around was a lot of fun.

On the other hand, Greg was still a bit standoffish. I wondered if he was worried about how Theo would react if my "protection detail” got too involved with me.

What better way to protect me than to know everything that was going on?

"So, how is everything looking?" Sherry asked as they accompanied me to my house.

"Things are... not great. Because of Maggie's influence, two of the most influential elders, Frederic and Murray, are now inclined to support Luther. They weren't when I left," I explained.

"But you're the Alpha's daughter, can't you convince them that Alpha is a good king? They’ll listen to you, won't they?" Greg asked, his voice contemplative.

"That's my hope but... it feels like a lot of the pack members still treat me like I’m a little kid. I need to get Frederic and Murray's support and then the rest of the pack will follow."

Truthfully, the elders made me feel like I was an immature little girl. It wasn't a good feeling, especially after everything I'd been through since going to the palace. I felt like I'd earned my stripes. But I needed to convince the rest of the pack, otherwise, they wouldn't really support me.

But how could I convince them?

Frederic was my best bet. He had always doted on me when I was younger. Murray was picky and strict. He'd be harder to sway.

I made sure Greg and Sherry went back into hiding while I handled pack business.

Instead of going home, I went to Frederic's house. The first thing I noticed were the guards he had stationed outside. I didn't give it much thought because everyone was trying to be more careful these days.

"Ciana, come in, come in,' Frederic said, meeting me on the porch.

"Hey. Uncle Frederic, I know we didn't get to catch up much the last time I was here. I hope you have time now,' I said, walking up his steps.

"Of course, I always have time for you. I just made some tea."

We sat at his kitchen table together.

"I’m glad you're here, Ciana. I've had enough of Maggie and all her nonsense. I was hoping that you could send her away," he said, jumping right in.

I was surprised by his quick declaration. He picked up his tea and sipped, tapping his foot on the floor. I picked up my tea but I didn't drink yet.

"I can help with that.' I nodded slowly.

Frederic wasn't usually that quick to make decisions. Besides, he'd been waiting for me, coming out on the porch to greet me. The guards were feeling more suspicious as well. Guards weren't welcoming to their Alpha's daughter.

Sighing, I set the tea down again and glanced out the window at the guards.

"Drink your tea, won't you?" Frederic asked.

"I'm not thirsty. Why do you have all these guards here, Uncle Frederic?" I asked casually.

Frederic growled and jumped up. "To protect you, of course!'

I pressed, "To protect me, or to monitor me?"

"This is for your own good, Ciana," Frederic said, trying to appease me now. "I don't want you to get involved or to get hurt. Regardless of what happens, I need to return you to your father unharmed and intact."

"So are you putting me under house arrest?" I stood up, pushing the tea down the table. "I'm an Alpha's daughter, you can't restrain my freedom like this! Also, what do you mean by 'regardless of what happens?'“

"Things are changing in this country, and it's best for a little girl like you to not get involved. Stay out of the way, and be good," Frederic said with a condescending sneer.

"I'm not a little girl, I'm an alpha's daughter! Last time I checked, I still have authority here. I'm here because I want what's best for the pack, not because I'm seeking protection' I reminded him.

"Well, you can't really get out of here, can you? Don't worry. I'm not like that bastard Raymond. I won't hurt you, I just need you to stay out of this. When the Alpha is back, he'll be happy to see the change to the pack and our country! If he blames me, I'll gladly take it," he declared, puffing up his chest.

Inwardly, I groaned, but I knew that Frederic was doing what he thought was best for the pack, not because he was selfish or wanted power.

I sighed and said, "Uncle Frederic, unfortunately, I can't listen to you.'

I got up and left the house.

Frederic raced after me. "Ciana, get back here..."

He trailed off when he caught up to me and saw that all his guards were knocked out and scattered on the lawn.

I smirked and stepped off the porch. Greg and Sherry jumped off the roof and stood at my sides.

"I'm sorry, Elder Frederic, but they didn't want to let us in. Greg and I had to teach them how to... put up a proper fight," Sherry said, chuckling mischievously. "Don’t worry, they'

II recover in a few days. I promise."

Frederic gaped and pointed at the guards, then at us. He sputtered, his cheeks turning from red then blue, like he couldn't breathe.