Chapter 56: Chapter 56

"I'm sorry Clara, but I can never forgive you " I scoffed while shaking my head. All what she had said just makes absolutely no sense.

"I'm still your mother Lenora, just believe me even if it's this once. I just want you to forgive me and make up for the bad times. I wasn't the one who intended to do all of what I did but the trauma had forced me to do it."

"I would constantly leave you with your grandma while going out to drunk myself in alcohol hoping it would bring back my sanity "

"I got sick from the amount of alcohol I consumed during those times and had to let your grandma take care of you while Tala attended school and came back home with me"

"Because I never really spent time with you while you were younger and still thought my husband left because of you,  I had forgotten how to love you as you needed to be loved but now I've realised I shouldn't have never done that"

"I was blessed to have two beautiful daughters but the trauma had made me make a grief mistake and the only thing I want from you right now is your forgiveness because I want to make things right with you and build up our family " she announced as she wiped the heavy tears from her eyes that has somehow ruined her makeup.

At this point I was already convinced, even though some part of me didn't want to forgive her. The tears dropping down her face had to convince me because I have never seen Clara crying in my entire life.

She always wore her makeup firm and her head high up in the sky while walking with the dignity of being a hunter. The dignity I never got.

"It's fine" I finally responded as her eyes lit up as she looked at my face. She suddenly hugged me really right and the hug felt foreign as I realised I have never been hugged by her in my entire life.

"I promise to make it up to you,Lenora. Thank you for this new chance of a new beginning " she smiled as she placed a kiss on my forehead.

"I heard about everything going on in the Palace and was the happiest when I heard your mate was the prince. I was glad you've found the happiness that I couldn't provide but on hearing about the king, I couldn't stand there and watch you hurt again so I'm here to help you in every way I could." She said and I was a little bit relieved that I had someone to put me through this as I just wish it would be over already.

"I'm really a mess and I need help" I cried on her chest as she gently stroked my hair. I never thought I would be in this position with my mother in my entire life.

"You're not a mess, you're my beautiful daughter and the next queen of the supernaturals' ' she smiled and it's that smile I've been craving for in my entire life. The type of smile your mother gives you whenever she's proud of you.

"Thank you but I don't know what to do right now Clar....Mother " I corrected myself and could see the obvious happiness on her face as it made me smile.

With another kiss on my forehead, she consoled me  "You don't have to think hard, that's why I'm here for you so you just have to relax okay? I'll take  care of the rest for you " she reassured me and I felt safe from my mother's love.

My wish as a little girl was to be included in my family and have a happy family with them all but that wish might have taken a little bit too long to be fulfilled.

"What about Tala?" I asked but there was silence in the room as she said nothing.

"Don't worry about her, i'll take care of that, '' she answered and I immediately understood that Tala doesn't want me as a sister at all but I don't mind as long as I've at least gotten my mother's love.

"You look so thin my love, I think you should eat more and now that I'm here I'll make sure to feed you to your satisfaction " she softly held my chin before removing her grip around me and walking towards the bag she had brought with her.

She opened the bag and brought out a flask containing food as I could already perceive the delicious aroma.

"Eat up" she pointed to the food and I immediately dug into the food.

My wolf was trying to say something to me about the food but I understand she still hated my mother and wouldn't want me to eat her food but with time, she'll warm up to her .

"I should go and talk to your sister now " She said after some time and left the room. I finished the food in no time and felt really sleepy so I laid on the bed and let the sleep take over me.

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"Lenora!" Alaric's voice called and on opening my eyes, I met him standing In front of me as he stared at me with concerned eyes.

"It's late now and you've been sleeping since morning,  are you okay?" He asked while I arched my brow in confusion while checking the time on my phone and I was surprised as It was truly 5pm. I have been sleeping since after breakfast in the morning.

"Yeah I'm fine" I responded but he still had a concerned look on his face but after a while he decided to brush it off.

"Dinner is soon, can you get ready for dinner with the King?" He asked and I could feel the muscles in my body crying out.

"I really don't want to,Alaric, he clearly hates me and I truly have nothing to offer. Please don't make me go back there" I begged as he stared at me with sad eyes.

"I'm sorry you have to feel that way but you really need to come down from dinner so I would be able to let him know how awesome you are"

"I really don't want to think of a life without you as I don't think I would survive, you're not just my mate but my life and I'll need to fight for my life " he said and somehow his words soothe me. Only if it would work on Adolph.

"I'm not strong and he wants a strong wolf" I sighed.

"You're strong Lenora, you just have to bring it out. I hate to say this but during that incident with the Red moon pack you were really strong so I'll help you bring your strength back" he said and at this point I tried to tell myself I could do it but deep down I knew I was too tired already.

"Please do get dressed for dinner, I brought clothes " he said and walked out of the room while some women walked in almost immediately to dress me up.

I might want to be happy forever with Alaric but I don't think I might have the strength for any of the stress that might come along the way but if it means getting him at the end then it's worth a try.

I can't believe some weeks back I really hated him and wanted him gone but now I'm wanting to fight for him because I wasn't ready to let him go whereas this could have been the perfect opportunity.

After being dressed,  he came to the room to pick me up for dinner and I felt even more nervous than I was earlier today because it's all different. I have seen the king and he hates me.

We arrived at the dining room but there wasn't anyone there yet, anyone but Josh and Jenny who stood at the exact spot earlier this morning.

I sat close to Alaric as my body was feeling all tense and tired. It was worse than earlier today as I felt so weak and tired than before.

The trumpet blew again as Adolph and his wife walked down the staircase and on seeing  me he had a scornful look on his face but nevertheless walked  to the dining and sat on it.

"What is she doing here? I thought I dismissed her off" he said through clenched teeth and I could tell he was angry at the sight of me as my body started to shake from fear.

"I had brought her here because I needed you to see the potential she has as she's even stronger than any wolf here" Alaric said but once again he was stating qualities that I don't possess and I really hope it won't backfire on me.

"How would i know that when she clearly looks like she would pass out any moment from now" The king pointed out and I wouldn't say he was lying as my body truly felt weak and I was feeling funny yet I made sure to seal my mouth.

"Ask anyone around your highness, that is why the moon goddess has chosen her for me. "

"Enough with the moon goddess crap, if truly she's the strongest then I'll have to see for myself."

He gestured towards the guard on his back and whispered some things into his ear and we all sat in silence as the guard went to a corner to place a call and after some seconds returned to say it to the king in a low tone and even though I had sensitive ears I couldn't hear a shit he whispered to the King's ear.

"It's settled then, in order to prove she's truly strong and would make a good future queen there will be a battle between her and another wolf tomorrow"

"The winner will get to be the future queen " He announced and stood up from the dining table without eating anything this time while the queen sag quietly on hers.

I really hated the way he made it seem like I was going to fight for the spot of a queen. Hell, I don't mind if i become a slave but as long as I'm a slave to Alaric.

I just want to be happy and be with him not for some stupid position I don't care about. Why is my life so hard for me?

"Ricky?" The queen called out and for the first time I was hearing her voice.

Her eyes were glued on Alaric but he didn't respond as he dug his fork into the fruits of the table as he ate without looking at her.

"I'm sorry, I wish I could help..."Alaric hadn't let her finish her sentence before leaving his seat and storming out of the room.

She seemed to be sad and embarrassed as she looked at me with a smile and placed her hands on my hand.

"Please fight for what you love, don't forget this" She said before standing up from the table leaving just me behind as my thoughts clouded my head.

Did the king just say I would compete against someone tomorrow for him to declare who Alaric's bride would be?

I didn't think I was ready for this part of my life yet as I knew it would be meaningless once the opponent knocks me on the ground with ease.

"Please fight for what you love" I remembered the words the queen said to me and sighed. I don't think I'll win this.

As I was about to adjust myself and leave, my face locked with Jenny but she didn't seem to be in a good mood as I could swear I spotted fumes coming out of her nose.

Maybe she was sad the King didn't glance at her or picked her as my opponent. Whoever my opponent would be, I still don't think I'll be able to have a chance against them and I was clearly upset at Alaric for saying those words to his father.

Perhaps If we had been honest then there would be a way out, not lying about what I wasn't capable of doing.

I tried to stand up from the chair but on getting up, my eyes churned as my head became too heavy for my body, my legs felt numb and the next thing I could feel was my heavy head landing hard on the floor. The last person I saw was Josh before my vision went blank.