**Eva's Bed Chamber**
I sat down and watched Eva throughout the night. Alpha Wang called the physician who said she was alright, that she was tired because of the fight and some loss of powers but aside from that she was physically okay.
I hated the fact that we had to stay in this Pack with Eva. Thinking about the abuse she underwent in this Pack just made me want the Pack to disappear completely. Seeing her unconscious state, I felt like killing those witches.
"Good morning Alpha, Alpha Wang wants to come in and know how the Luna is faring," a maid announced.
"Let him in," I shrugged nonchalantly, sitting up from Eva's bed chamber to the chair.
As soon as he walked in, I wore a cold expression on my face.
"Good morning Alpha," he greeted but I just ignored him, waiting for him to go straight to the point.
"I came by to know how she's doing today. I have sent my men to get both of you the best clothes around the market, they will be arriving soon enough," he explained, trying to ease the tension.
"Good, because she would need a good bath after waking up," I replied coldly.
"I will take my leave now. Breakfast is ready at the royal dining hall. The maid will guide you there when you're ready," he added and walked out. I scoffed in anger.
"I won't give any of you the chance to bully her again," I muttered but soon noticed Eva's eyes opening slowly.
Eva woke up feeling some pain in some parts of her body. She looked around and saw me looking at her with worry. Well, I was really worried.
"Hey, you're awake," I said softly, moving closer to her.
"Yeah," she replied weakly, trying to sit up. "How long was I out?"
"Just through the night. The physician said you're okay, just exhausted," I explained, helping her sit up comfortably.
"Thank you," she whispered, her eyes filled with gratitude.
"You don't need to thank me. I'm just glad you're alright. How are you feeling?" I asked, taking her hand in mine.
"Sore, but I'll be fine," she said, forcing a small smile.
"Good. We're still in Alpha Wang's pack. He's trying to make amends or whatever. He sent for some clothes and said breakfast is ready," I informed her, my tone still cold.
Eva sighed, "I don't want to be here any longer than necessary."
"I know. We'll leave as soon as you're strong enough," I promised.
"Thank you, really," she repeated, squeezing my hand.
"Always," I replied, leaning in to kiss her forehead gently.
**Grand Dining Hall**
As soon as we walked in, everyone stood up. Even as we ate, they felt very uncomfortable with my presence because of my cold expression. Luna Selena tried to engage in a conversation with Eva. She was calling her Xanthe because no one knew she was Eva or that they hadn't confirmed.
"Xanthe, how are you feeling this morning?" Luna Selena asked, her tone overly sweet.
"I'm better, thank you," Eva replied politely, though I could see the tension in her eyes.
"That's good to hear. You should try some of the fresh melons we have. They're very sweet and refreshing," Selena suggested, pushing a plate of melons toward her.
I was about to intervene when Eva picked up a slice and ate it without hesitation. I watched her closely, ready to act if she showed any signs of an allergic reaction. But to my surprise, she seemed completely fine.
"These are really good, thank you," Eva said, smiling at Selena.
Selena's eyes widened slightly in surprise, then she smiled back, clearly relieved. "I'm glad you like them."
I relaxed a bit, though I was still on high alert. Luna Selena seemed to take this as a sign that Eva was indeed Xanthe and not Eva, considering Eva's known allergy to melons.
Throughout the meal, Selena and a few others tried to make small talk with Eva, but I could see they were still unsure. Eva handled it all gracefully, even though I knew she was uncomfortable.
After breakfast, as we were heading back to Eva's chamber, I turned to her. "Are you really okay? I thought you were allergic to melons."
"I am, but I guess my body has changed after everything that happened," she replied thoughtfully. "Or maybe it was just a different type of melon. Either way, it worked in our favor."
I nodded, impressed by her resilience. "You did great in there. We just need to keep up the act until we can leave."
"I know. I just want to get out of here," she said, her voice full of determination.
"We will, soon. I promise," I assured her, squeezing her hand as we walked back to her chamber.
We spent the rest of the day in her chamber, preparing for our eventual departure. I could see Eva growing stronger with each passing hour, and it filled me with hope. We would get through this, together.
★★★ ALPHA WANG'S CHAMBERS ★★★
Alpha Wang was sitting in his study when Selena walked in looking all happy.
" Why are you here?" He asked, cutting her happiness short.
" Why can't be here? I am the Luna for God's sake, and you have to treat me like one otherwise I will have to report it to the elders of the Pack. I think I've had enough of your maltreatment and indifference towards me. What have I done to deserve this? Was it my fault my faithful mate died? Did I kill him? Why do you always treat me as if I'm a trash? If you knew you wouldn't like me properly then you shouldn't have married me in the first place. Even Knight doesn't know that you treat me like a maid, what do you think will happen when you find out? He might be the beta doesn't mean that he doesn't have powers of his own. Don't dare me if you don't want to see the wrong side of me" she snapped angrily, glaring at him.
Wang stared at for minutes before he stood up and headed towards the door. Selena tried handing his hands to stop him but he turned and gave a tight slap.
" You might be my Luna doesn't mean you're my fated mate, don't you dare try that shit with me again if you don't want to be locked up for a night. I will find out everything about Xanthe and she ends up been Eva, then get ready to be rejected by me immediately." He declared angrily walking out of her site. She stamped her foot on the ground angrily as her hatred for Xanthe grew more. As soon as she stepped out of the Alpha's chambers, she met Henna, waiting for her.
" What happened in there? I heard voices and Alpha came out very angry to the extent of not answering my greetings" Henna gushed out immediately she got close.
" It's all because of Xanthe or what ever she calls herself, Wang thinks she's Eva and is still investigating the matter. But if she's truly Eva then she would have reacted to the Melons I have at breakfast today. Eva I know is heavily allergic to Melons, she's ruining my marriage Henna. I might end up divorcing Wang that this rate" she faked sadness. She can't her fated to be the Luna just to be rejected by him after 8 years of marriage. She would make him change by force even it means visiting the witch.
" I will see what I can do, but for now don't do anything stupid. I will try my best to help you, let me talk to Alpha Wang first and know what he has to say about this issue" Henna told her after a little silence.
" Thank you sister. It's been a pleasure having you as a sister. You always fight for me" Selena faked a smile. Henna has been truly useful to her for this past 8 years of her marriage, she would always run to Henna when she has issues with Wang and when she talks with everything get settled. Selena would do anything to keep Henna by side as a tool to her sit as the Luna of that Pack.
Henna walked out of her presence, Selena failed to notice the change in color in Henna's eyes.