Contract With The Alpha King by Brey Mitchylle

Chapter 83 private. And Fiona agreed..

"Vampires?" Fiona snorted. "You wanted to find vampires to help your brother?" She looked at Marius, keeping a

careful distance between them. After his unexpected claim that they could change their current dislike for each

other, he had asked to speak with her in "Yes, vampires" Marius replied, crossing his arms. "They're the only

ones capable of stopping Lycans, and they know how to stay hidden. That's why they've managed to survive so

long. They've existed for centuries, maybe longer, and know nearly every hidden place on earth."

Fiona

narrowed her eyes, taking a cautious step forward. "Why are you tellingthis?"

Marius shrugged, his gaze steady. "Because you have a right to know. Besides, I'm aware of your marriage to

Elijah," he added, watching her reaction. "At this moment, he's speaking to the council, trying in convince them

to seek out the vampires"

Her eyes widened as she absorbed his work. "Elijah is actually doing that? Why would he take such a risk?"

Marius raised an eyebrow, giving her a knowing look. "burk it obvious?" he replied. "He's doing it because he

loves you."

Fiona's breath caught, and for a moment, she simply stared at him, caught off guard. She glanced away,

processing this unexpected revelation. The tension around them grew, thick and unspoken, as she turned her

attention back to him. "And you're certain of this?" she asked, her voice steady, her gaze sharp

Manis nodded. "He's defying the council, our mother. everyone. He wouldn't risk that for anyone else."

Fiona hesitated, considering his words. "But the vampires?" she muttered, half to herself "Elijah would seek them

out, knowing what they are?"

"Because it's you, Friona Mamas replied, his eyes unflinching "And Elijah won't give up, not when he believes he

can protect you." He paused, watching her reaction carefully. "He's willing to take that risk. So, the question is,

are you?" Fiona's gaze narrowed as she studied Marius. "But why are you tellingall this? You've never shown

any interest in helpingor Elijah before. heides, | cannot fight against vampires," Fiona snorted. Was he asking

for her help? Manus's lips curved slightly, "Simple. If you're willing to cooperate, I'll help Elijah find the vampires.

But first, you need to agree to something."

She crossed her arms, her eyes fixed on him "What do you want?"

Marius leaned in, his gaze sharp. "I want Elijah out of the palace. | want him removed from any claim to the

throne."

Fiona's eyes widened, and the took a step back as realization dawned. "You're trying to get rid of him," she said,

barely above a whisper. "You want

Manus shrugged, his expression calm, almost indifferent. "Is that really so surprising! I'm offerre vo way to help

him, Fiona But you'll need pronijarthis?

ona's mind raced as she processed his words, the weight of his offer sinking in. She looked at him, searching for

any hint of hesitation, but Mariuis expersion requined steady.

use?" she asked, watching him closely.

Marius tilted in head, unbothered "Then Elijah is on his own to find the vampires. I'll stand by and watch. The

choice is yours, Fiona. Help him and giveyour word, or leave him to face this without any suppon" lar

processed Marius's offer. She took a steadying breath and stepped back. "I need to think" she said, her

Before she could take another step Mann's hand shot out, gripping her arm firmly. She frowned, her expression

handening as she looked down at

at the go," she demanded, hervire cold.

ed his hold, has gaze interne. "Think about at. Fiona. This is our chance to be free, to be happy. Once the Lycams

back off

cruel, you and hun will hually have the freedom to do whatever you want." He leaned closet, his breath warm

against her

ni deepened, and she pulled against his grip. "I said let go "

(lauard in, lui face miere biches from hers. The council wasn't let Elijah get his way. His

sa said if you don't cooperate, la's the one who'll suffer. Is then what you want!"

hart expression unicadabile. Without a moment's hesitation, the placed her hand over his, her

"The only one | o's going to suffer here is you. Your Highness"

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Chapter 83

In a swih motion, she s sent a surge of energy through his hand, a jolt that rippled through his body like a shock.

Marius flinched, his grip loosening as he staggered back, his eyes wide with surprise. "I warned you, Fiona said.

"You-Marius tried to lunge at her, but Fiona's gaze stopped him from moving further.

"I can heal, your Highness, but what makes you think I don't know how to use my abilities to harm you?

Permanently?" Slowly, a creepy smile appeared on her face. Fiona held his gaze. Marius steadied himself, his

expression hardening "How dare you harm a Royalty!? Do you know the consequences of your actions?"

"A woman who already married a Royal is already a Royal. Or have you forgotten that, your highness?

He glared at her. "You'll regret this, Fiona, h

"he said, his eyes dark with resentment

She smirked. "Go ahead. Make me." The thing about bullies is, they're only strong when facing someone they

believe is weaker than they are. Marius is a bully and she would never let him get away with it!

For a moment. he looked as though he might retaliate, but after a tense pause, he turned on his heel, muttering

curses under his breath as he stalked away. Fiona watched him leave, her smirk lingering as his footsteps faded

down the corridor.

Once he was out of sight, she relaxed her stance, letting out a breath she hadn't realized she was holding. Fiona

straightened, her mind already working through the implications of their conversation, but one thought remained

clear: Marius had made his intentions known, and she would be ready. She took a deep breath as she stared in

the direction where Marius went.

"Hey."

Fiona immediately turned toward Kariana.

"Is everything alright?" Karian asked.

Fiona nodded. "Yes. Uh. His Highness just gavean idea.

"He did Karians lifted an eyebrow.

Again. Fiona nodded. "Yes. And | thought it was pretty good."

What is it?"

"Well.. how about | visit the capital, the area where the soldiers' families live, and examine them for any poison!

Wouldn't that help them feel at case?" Fiona's smile grew as the idea took shape. Marius was right-the council

would do anything to keep Elijah from acting. But there was still something she could do to undermine them.

She turned to Kariana, catching the gleam of approval in her friend's eyes, and her own confidence solidified.

"What do you think?"

The answer was clear even before Kariana nodded. Fiona would heal the ordinary werewolves, spreading her

reputation and gaining their trust. She was going to win everyone's sympathy.