Sold as the Alpha King's Breeder novel Chapter 475

Chapter 133: Promise You'll Always Be There

*Ciana* “What is it?“ I asked.

“I can't have you on the battlefield. If you have to stay, then promise me to stay in the tent. I will have guards posted to keep you safe." “Then how is that any different from me going back to the palace?“

Theo cupped my face and kissed me again. "We have done things your way, but now can you meet me halfway for this one? Please, for me?"

I stared at him for a few seconds, then suddenly pushed him away. "Theo, that's not fair! You can't... do that to me!"

He was confused, “Do what to you?"

My face was burning. "You... can't be so handsome and sexy when we are negotiating something serious. I can't think straight!"

He arched an eyebrow and smirked, “I take that as a compliment.“

I cleared my throat and took a couple of deep breaths. "I can't promise you, because I need to do something to help you on the battlefield." “Ciana, I appreciate it, but-' “Theo, let me finish, please. In the past few months, what have you been trying to do?" I asked him.

“Persuade the packs that I didn't want war and I'm different from Sebastian.' “And you did that by avoiding bloodshed," I added, 'you don't want unnecessary loss of lives, not just for our men, but also for Luther's army. Ultimately, they're your citizens as well. Am I right?"

His gaze deepened and he nodded.

“But once Luther launches the attack, you and I both know, it's almost impossible to avoid large-scale casualties. Even if we win, we would still lose hundreds if not thousands of lives."

He sighed, "I know.“ “What if I told you that I may have a plan to avoid that?“

He lifted his gaze to meet mine again, waiting patiently for me to explain.

"The only way to minimize casualties is to take down Luther as soon as possible. Luther had a little sister named Anna, she was his pride and joy. They were inseparable. However, he was forced to kill her by Sebastian."

Theo clenched his hands.

I let out a sigh. Even though Luther was our enemy, he didn't deserve to suffer like that.

I said a prayer for little Anna before I continued.

"Although it sounds heartless, the little girl Anna is going to be the breakthrough point for us. We need someone to dress like her and distract Luther. Then we'll have warriors around Luther, or even yourself, to deliver the final strike. Without a leader, the rebellion will dissolve quickly and we can end the war without too much bloodshed."

He paused for a moment and nodded. "That's a great idea. I’ll get it arranged." “Wait! Theo, I meant, I'm good at disguising, and I learned a lot from Greg and Sherry-"

But before I could finish my words, Theo took my lips and made me swallow the words I was about to say next.

I pushed against his chest and broke our kiss. "Theo, I can do th-" He obviously didn't want to hear me out, and stopped me again with his lips. The only sound I could make was ’em" and "urn."

Then I heard him grit his teeth, "Don't even think about it!’ “Theo stop, um...um...'

I tried to dodge his lips, but he wouldn't let me. He was determined and refused to hear any of my proposals that were considered risky in his opinion.

Suddenly, a childish voice said from the front of the tent. "I'll do it!'

Theo stilled for a moment, and I took the opportunity to pull apart from him and turned to look at our visitor.

“Alexander?" Both Theo and I said in unison.

“I heard what you said. I can pretend to be Anna.'

I stared at Prince Alexander. "Y-you can talk...?' “Of course, I can,' Alexander said, frowning slightly and crossing his arms, and giving me a look like an adult. 'I don't remember telling you I couldn't."

“Okay, I’m sorry. I've just... urn, just never heard you speak,' I stuttered a little. Both of us were surprised and found it adorable that he was trying to be like a big man, all professional and composed.

“When I don't talk, people leave me alone. They don't think I'm fun or threatening, so they don't bother me. I just watch," he explained. "So, can I do it?“

I bit my lip to hide my surprise. He was only ten years old, yet he seemed so mature and emotionally intelligent. I sighed inwardly. It appeared that no kids growing up in the palace seemed to be able to have a simple and happy childhood.

“No!" Theo said quickly. 'I told Ciana that she couldn’t do it and the same goes for you. It is too risky." “I agree, Alexander. This is seriously dangerous. You're too young and you can't shift yet. You’ll be too vulnerable," I said, looping my arm through Theo's. We were a united front against the young prince.

Alexander's chivalry and selflessness were admirable but neither of us wanted to see him hurt or in danger. At least, Theo and I agreed on that.

"Why not?" little Alexander tilted his head and asked. "If Ciana's plan works, we can save thousands of lives. I am also a descendant of Dark King Lycaon. These are my people, too."

I crouched down so that I was at the same eye level as Alexander. He was a little smaller than an average ten-year-old boy, but I wanted to show that we were discussing this topic like three equal parties. A courageous young man like him didn't deserve to be talked down to.

I countered, "That is incredibly mature and brave, but it isn't that easy. Luther is dangerous. We're not going to risk a young descendant of King Lycaon." “But I want to fight for this country. It is my duty. I want to take this risk because I think saving thousands of lives is worth it," Alexander stated, giving Theo and me a very serious look.

He frowned again, which slightly reminded me of Theo. He was incredibly mature and focused for someone so young. Part of me wanted to agree with him because he was so sure of himself and he truly understood the situation. That was a lot more than I could say about most kids his age.

"Another reason I should do this is because I am young." He emphasized the word 'is', then he continued, "In this case, being young is an advantage. I can act like a child better than anyone because I am still a child." “Theo..."

Theo held a hand up to keep me quiet.

"Exactly, you're a child. I'm not going to put the youngest member of my family in danger. Alexander, you’re the only heir to the throne since Warren left us. You mean too much," Theo insisted.

"So does Ciana. She means a lot to you too! Besides, she can't shift, either. We have all the same strengths but I have one more than her, I'm the right age,“ he pressed, nodding to me.

It was true. Alexander's arguments were rational. If anyone could convince Luther that they were his sister, it would be someone that was a similar age and height to Anna when Luther had last seen her.

“Oh Goddess,' I whispered. “You’re being too logical. I don't think there is any argument to counter that."