The Beta's Regret (Eden and Eros) novel Chapter 216

(Eden’s Pov)

Eros growled, and clenched his teeth so hard that I felt it would break.

Elder Vallarta ignored my mate and announced “We need to go now.”

Ryker was the first to move forward, and Eros could only restrain his rage. However, he asked “Do I have to go with him?”

The Elders exchanged a look.

“Yes.” Elder Crandall replied.

“Let's go.” I tried to pull Eros along with me, but he refused to move, eyeing Ryker who seemed like he wasn't going to back away either.

“Eros.” I muttered sharply.

He growled. “I will not go with him.”

Elder Vallarta sighed. “You are sons of King Dimitrois, and both of you have a right to the throne. You will be treated equally.”

Eros said nothing. Ryker had a sly smile on his lips.

Elder Gallegos faced Ryker. “Do you have a mate? It will be good that she comes along.”

Ryker's smile dropped. He frowned and wore a forlorn look.

“No, I don't have one.” he said.

Elder Crandall frowned. “At this time, we cannot crown a King without a mate. Do you have anyone in mind?”

Ryker smiled. He turned and gave me a wistful gaze. My eyes widened, and I shivered in disgust.

“Yes, I do. I have someone in mind.” Ryker answered.

What happened next was unbelievable. In a flash, Eros grabbed Ryker by the neck and punched him hard in the face. Ryker’s head whipped to the side with so much force I was afraid it would break.

“Eros! Please stop!” I screamed as I tried to grab his arm and pull him away from Ryker. I failed.

Eros raised his fist and struck another blow, harder than the last one.

“What do you mean you have someone in mind? Who do you have in mind?” Eros growled.

I felt a little embarrassed. I knew Eros had caught on quickly to the fact that Ryker just made a pass at me.

“Talk, you bastard!” Eros growled so loud that Tiara and I trembled.

The veins on his body popped as his muscles bulged.

Ryker laughed. “You are always like this.” He pulled himself away from Eros's grip and adjusted his clothes with a calculated calmness.

I found it suspicious that he didn't react and fight back.

“I don't care what you think I'm always like. Just tell me the woman you have in mind.” Eros shouted.

Ryker shook his head. “Why?” He looked at me. “Is your mate not enough for you?” He had a teasing look in his eyes.

“You know what I mean!” Eros growled.