A Second Chance With My Tribrid Alpha King

AUDREY’S POV

I cracked my neck both ways, revelling in the relieve it gave. Goddess! I was exhausted. I knew I was supposed to have my usual reading time with little Logan, but I was too tired to remain awake. And Emily was also supposed to show up for our chess games. But I was tireeeddd! Okay, maybe I could take a little nap before little Logan shows up.

As I closed my eyes, the picture of Logan’s displeased face flashed at me. He had obviously been so unhappy that I had won Beta Justin during the sparring match.

I couldn’t help but think of how much he hated me now. He had also been unhappy about the fact that little Logan was excited about my win. I didn’t need anyone to tell me, his face said it all.

Little Logan and I always discussed whenever we read together. Turns out Logan had a private library, where they both read every evening. I was also surprised to find out that the library that used to be in the palace 5 years ago, was no longer there. I asked a few questions and found out that the library had been closed. Now, it was just an empty hall.

It was safe to say that the only library in the palace, was the one presently belonging to Logan. I had finished reading the books I brought to the palace, and was currently thinking of other ways to manage my boredom while in the palace. This was definitely not the best time to send for books, considering the fact that inter pack movements were currently on hold, until the war was over.

But on a brighter side of it all, I had Layla, Emily, little Logan, and my soldiers to keep me company at all times. I remained in my thoughts until I eventually slept off.

Hmmmmm… so warm and delicate. That was how the object next to me felt, as I gradually gained consciousness. I would have thought it was a pillow, but I doubted a pillow could have such a smooth texture. I felt the object moving closer to me, then I felt its tiny hand on my belly. Wait a minute….

My eyes flung open to find 2 pairs of eyes staring at me. Okayyy. What were Emily and Layla doing in my room, looking at me while I slept. That was so creepy!

I quickly looked down on my body, to see little Logan cuddled into my side.

Oh myyyyyy….. I couldn’t help the smile that appeared on my face. He was so cute while he slept.

“Finally awake?” Layla asked, and I carefully shook my head in disbelief, trying not to wake little Logan, who was still fast asleep.

“How long have you both been here? Do you realize how creepy waking up to see four peering eyes, feels?”

“We haven’t even been here for long. Just a couple of minutes.” Layla shrugged.

“You both came together?” I asked, and they shook their heads.

“I actually came to get you and Logan for dinner, when I met Emily already seated here. She said she had come in a few minutes before I did. To play a game of chess, I suppose.”

“You were asleep, didn’t want to wake you. You really looked like you needed to rest.” Emily muttered.This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.

“I truly did.” I sighed, and carefully stepped down the bed, my eyes on little Logan the entire time. “I didn’t even know when he got here.

“He must have met you sleeping, and decided to join the party.” Layla chuckled. She made to carry him from my bed, but I stopped her.

“No. Don’t.”

“Why? You would definitely need your space tonight.”

“I don’t mind.” I shrugged. “Moreover, Logan is great company.”

“Fine then. If you insist.” Layla nodded. “Come on girls, let’s go have dinner.”

This was actually the first time I was stepping out to have dinner with the others, since we got here. I couldn’t stop looking back inside my room, worried we were all leaving Logan on his own.

“Don’t worry too much.” Layla chuckled. “He hasn’t slept properly for days, so I suppose he wouldn’t wake up until morning. Just lock the room properly.”

“Okay.” I made sure to securely lock my door, and we all set out to the dinning room.

When we got there, the entire table was occupied, and it felt like a full house. All the officials of different races were eating together.

The vampires had their cups filled with blood that was supplied by the pack’s doctor this morning. In as much as the faes and witches were certainly not used it, they were really accommodating. It made me wonder if Ryan and Logan drank blood as well. They were half vampires, right?

There were two empty seats at the end of the table. One was beside king Xavier, and the other was next to Liam. It was obvious those seats were reserved for Layla and Emily. I looked towards Logan’s side, to see Heather sitting there.

“I specially reserved that seat for you. What the hell is she doing there?” Layla muttered underneath her breathe.

“Calm down.” I managed a small smile, regardless of the fact I was hurt. My eyes locked with that of Logan’s, and the coldness I saw in them, made me look away almost immediately. “They probably thought I wasn’t going to show up to dinner again.” I made up an excuse for them. “I would just take the seat there.” I pointed to the other end of the table, where the second in command to the vampire king; Ares sat.

The moment I sat down next to him, he flashed me a side grin. Okayyyy… I thought he was always grumpy? Now that he smiled, he appeared a lot more handsome.

“Ares.” He stretched out his hand to me, making me release a shy chuckle.

“I know. Audrey.” I replied.

“I know too.” His grin widened. “Want to have a taste?” He raised his cup of blood to me, and I slowly shook my head, trying not to seem disrespectful in any way. “Just kidding.” He chuckled. He definitely got me there.

Soon, dinner was served and everyone started to munch on their meal. I couldn’t even explain my happiness in that moment, regardless of the fact that I wasn’t siiting close to my mate. I guess I was just happy to see everyone so united. The way we were gradually embracing each other’s way of living was truly beautiful.

“So, have you had a vampire friend before?” Ares asked, and I slowly shook my head. “Great then! Let me be your first.” In that instance, I could feel someone’s piercing gaze on me.

I turned to see Logan staring daggers at me. What did I do now? Wasn’t he the one who let his girlfriend sit where I was supposed to? Nonetheless, I tried not to let his foul mood get to me, and focused on cultivating a healthy conversation with Ares. I was actually successful. Through the rest of the dinner, we were having random conversations that really made me have a swell time.

Just as everyone were finishing up their meals, I heard Layla’s voice.

“Good evening everyone.” She greeted, and most of us replied her gesture. “So, a couple of days back, something funny had happened during the first official meeting.” Once she mentioned that, my heart beat accelerated. What was happening? I could feel all eyes on me, and it didn’t help my nerves. “Heather here,” She pointed at Heather, who looked quite neutral. “had tried to force her way through Audrey’s mindlink, and unfortunately she ended up flying off her seat and injuring herself, when Audrey blocked her off.” At her revelation, the officials began whispering amongst themselves.

“This would have been settled privately, but it is only fair we don’t do that, considering the fact that Audrey wasn’t humiliated privately.”

“That’s right.” The vampire queen nodded, flashing a small smile at me. Okay, that definitely helped my nerves. I wasn’t in any trouble.

“That being said, I have been given the authority by my brother, to mete out a befitting punishment on Heather.”

“It is only proper that is done, in order to maintain law and order.” The Fae King nodded. Layla gave an evil grin, before turning towards Heather.

“You would offer community service for the next week. Your community services involves cleaning the dining room after the officials have had their meal each time of the day. You would also lend out a helping hand to the omegas during laundry. Lastly, you owe our future Luna here, a proper apology.” After Layla finished talking, I felt sad in a way. I really didn’t wish for Heather to be embarrassed in that manner. And the funny thing was the fact that everyone felt she deserved it.

‘Are you kidding?! She deserves it!’ My wolf howled in my head.

The next minute, Heather was standing up without hesitation.

“Gamma Audrey,” She started, and I couldn’t help but realize that she just called me ‘Gamma’, contradicting what Layla called me. There was nothing stopping her from simply saying ‘Audrey’. “I apologize for my unruly behaviour. I promise it wouldn’t repeat itself.” She locked her cold eyes with mine, and I released a sigh.

“It’s fine. All forgotten.” I replied.

‘You may have forgotten, but I wouldn’t forget this humiliation’. Her voice easily filtered through my mind this time. I was too shocked to even speak.

I was still in shock, when Logan suddenly asked. “Layla, where is Logan?” He got up from his seat. What was wrong?

“Why?” She shrugged.

“I can fucking hear him scream! Where the hell is he?”

“Yeah, I thought I heard a child scream too.” Ares muttered to me.

“He is in my room….” I said, my brain trying to analyze the entire situation. Almost at the same time, Logan and I made a dash towards my room, but just like air, he whooshed past me in his vampire speed.

It was only on my way up, did I understand what could have happened. Little Logan had woken up and realized his was all alone, and locked up in my room. And I had even turned off the lights! Fuck!

I could hear Liam and Layla behind me, and by the time we had gotten to my room, my door lock was broken. We looked inside to see a wailing Logan in the arms of my mate. The sight brought tears to my eyes. I didn’t mean to.

“You’re fine now.” Logan whispered into his ears, as his cries slowly died down. We all didn’t want to interrupt their moment together, so we just silently stood by the door post.

After a while, little Logan looked up and saw me by the door. I felt my heart do a flip, scared he may be angry at me for locking him in, but his actions surprised me.

“Auntie Audreeeey.” He stretched out his arms towards me, and Layla gently pushed me forward.

“I’m so sorry sweetheart.” I sighed, trying so hard to fight my tears. I remembered how much I used to be scared of the dark when I was younger. I could only hope he wasn’t too terrified.

Logan glared at me, not wanting to give the little boy to me. I guess little Logan was adamant about being in my arms because the next moment, he was sobbing.. “I want Auntie Audrey.”

With a defeated sigh, Logan gently put him in my arms, and I walked towards my bed with him.

“I’m so sorry honey.” I whispered, dropping a chaste kiss on his cheek. I could feel Logan’s eyes on me, but I wasn’t really in the mood to deal with his glare, so I kept my eyes on the adorable child in my arms.

“He saw us, right?” Liam whispered to Layla. “These days, I wonder whom he thinks are his parents.” I could feel the pain in Liam’s voice, which made me release a chuckle. In that moment, I wished Logan was mine. Both Logans actually.