Chapter 66: Chapter 66

Chapter 64

As I watched Dylan approach us, all I could feel was fear. When his eyes locked on me, I swallowed hard. He cocked his head as if he sensed my dread. Damn it! I never imagined Dylan might still be alive! I was relieved to learn of his death, but I had no idea he would live!

"Why did you both stop? You can continue, and I'll just watch from here," he encouraged Beta Miguel. I became even more tense. He talks as if he can't wait for my demise. I know I wished for it, but the fact that he's still alive and could hurt Alpha Greyson makes me nervous. What was he going to do now? Would he go after Alpha Greyson? I can bear dying in their arms, but I cannot afford to lose Alpha Greyson!

"I don't need you here, Dylan," Beta Miguel stated coldly. I caught a glimpse of him and noticed how intently he was looking at his father. Dylan mocked his son. "You weren't this cold to me. Why? You're not happy that I'm alive?" Dylan's tone was amused. Beta Miguel stayed frigid when his gaze was drawn to his father. I don't trust Beta Miguel, but his earlier statement that he doesn't mean what he does made me feel secure with him. But I must maintain my watch. They are both enemies. Although... I want Beta Miguel to kill me now.

Damn it!

"I'll carry out my plan on my own; you don't need to intervene," Beta Miguel stated. "I told you I'd just watch you from here, and I can't wait to see Alpha Greyson crying in front of his dead wife," Dylan replied evilly. As I listened to him, I balled my fist. How could he be that bad? I know he has a valid reason, but isn't it enough? He had already caused too many problems, not only in the North Snow Kingdom but also in the Rema Kingdom! But why can't he put a stop to it?

Beta Miguel looked at me coldly. I clenched my teeth. Would he truly kill me in front of his father? I understood how desperately he wanted to avenge Shena. I'm willing to let him kill me. I would gladly offer my life for him, but can they guarantee that they will not harm Alpha Greyson?

"I won't fight or stop you from killing me... but can you promise me that Dylan won't harm Alpha Greyson after this?" I tried to remain calm and serious. I heard Dylan's laugh.

"You're dying and you're still worried about Alpha Greyson's well-being? How funny!" Dylan's barbarian laugh rang in the forest, but my gaze stayed fixed on Beta Miguel, who has a darkness in his eyes that I can't fathom.

"Please... I am begging you Beta Miguel. I know you treat Alpha Greyson as your true friend or even almost like a sibling. You just told me earlier so please... I am ready to give you my life at the expense of your vengeance but please... assure me that nothing bad will happen to Alpha Greyson!" I begged desperately. He stared at me for a long time. Won't he give it to me? Has he really been blinded by his hatred for me? I know that he's so angry at me right now that he even betrays Alpha Greyson but I don't believe that he doesn't care about Alpha Greyson anymore!

"Kill him now, Phillip!" Dylan said, filling my ears. I begged Beta Miguel with my eyes. If this is the end of my life, I want him to tell me that Alpha Greyson will survive. I've already lost so many people that I can't afford to lose Alpha Greyson. When Beta Miguel took a hesitant stride toward me, I swallowed hard. My eyes welled up with tears as I almost kneeled in front of him to plead.

"Please... B-Beta Miguel..." I mumbled; my vision obscured by tears. I was exhausted. My chest is heaving. I want to end this now, but I don't want to go knowing Alpha Greyson's life is at risk.

"It's not your place to beg because you don't have any rights since Shena died," Beta Miguel said. As all of my emotions dropped, I closed my eyes tightly. My entire body is trembling with confused emotions.

"I-I know... it's all my fault—"

"You have no right to beg me when you are the cause of my suffering!" he said. I bowed my head as tears streamed down my cheeks. I know he's right. I have no right to beg for him when I am the cause of his pain. I've caused so much trouble for him and Shena, as well as everyone else. I have no shame.

"So don't tell me you're begging because I'll never...  give it to you!" Beta Miguel spit violently, reaching for my jaw. I winced as he inflicted pain on me. It's suddenly difficult to breathe. Because of the severity of his grip on my jaw, I almost stood up. Tears streamed down my cheeks. This is something I deserved. What about Alpha Greyson, though? And what about him? I cannot afford to lose him as well.

"He's not alone," Beta Miguel muttered to me as he drew me closer to him while tightly grasping my jaw.

He's not alone? What exactly does he mean by that? I gently opened my eyes after grabbing the arm that was holding me. I was taken aback by his calm demeanor. The wrath, the misery on his face, vanishes. As I fought to catch my breath, my lips parted.

"I want you to run as fast as you can..." Beta Miguel continued to urge. I was completely perplexed. Dylan didn't notice when his grasp relaxed gradually. Wait... Does this imply... Beta Miguel... is attempting to help me instead? My heart prickled as I comprehended what he had done. He had no idea I was there from the minute he spotted me. He was furious with me and wanted to kill me, but... his love and care for Alpha Greyson is enough to change his mind.

He had no idea his father was still alive, and instead of obeying his father and killing me... he was trying to help me.

This is not something I deserve. I don't deserve his kindness, but... Thinking that this is not the end of my life gives me new hope.

“W-Why?" I inquired, my voice trembling. He fixed his gaze on me. I could see the sadness in his eyes.

"I can't forgive you... but... I can't neglect Shena's dying wish for me," he said. What he said made me cry. My entire body shook with agony, bitterness, and grief. What did I do to deserve this? Damn it!

"You were wrong... Alpha Greyson won't be happy without you... so... live... and make Alpha Greyson happy," he whispered as he tossed me away from him. It happened so quickly that I just had a split second to comprehend Beta Miguel had shifted into his wolf and attacked Dylan. Dylan altered once the rogues that were with him were released. Beta Miguel was right. Dylan wasn't alone.

Beta Miguel growled for me. He seemed to be yelling at me to run. I jumped to my feet and quickly transformed into my wolf. I need my wolf's abilities to save me at this moment.

Please... protect Beta Miguel. He is the only reminder that Shena left me. So, I want him to live. My wolf accelerates like a rocket till I notice two rogues following me. They were as fast as me and could catch up to me with one misstep! Damn it!

I tried to confuse them with my path but they are damn good to follow me! I howled as I ran fast hoping that someone would hear to help Beta Miguel and me. Damn! Alpha Troy should be able to hear that howl!

I jump, leap, and run as fast as I can to get away from them. But they won't leave me! I seized a tree with my teeth, broke it from its roots, and flung it at the two rogues who were following me. They slowed down so far that there was a large gap. They snarled. They appear to be frustrated and angry. I searched for anything I could throw at them, but I didn't notice a massive rock in my path until I accidentally bumped into it!

In anguish, my wolf jerked. I noticed blood on my brow. It was dripping down my golden fur. I tried to stand up despite the discomfort since I could feel the two rogues approaching! I kept running, the gap was decreasing, and I was getting nervous. I am not that familiar with this forest! It's the Rema Kingdom's Forest, and I've spent nearly my whole life in the North Snow Kingdom! Shit!

When I saw a high cliff ahead of me, I came to a complete stop. I had no idea there was a cliff nearby! Fuck!

I was going to turn around when I noticed the two rogues had already cornered me. My heart was pounding so loudly against my chest. Damn it! Is this really the end? No... please... I still want to see Alpha Greyson. When they approached me slowly, I took a step back. The steep cliff behind me was accompanied by a river. I could clearly hear the sound of flowing water. They howled in unison as they realized there was no way out for me. My teeth were clenched. I intend to fight. Whatever occurs, even if it seems hopeless. I'm going to fight them!

It was only a minute ago that I realized I no longer wanted this life. That if I were to leave this world, everything would return to normal. That my presence will cause harm to those around me, and that I deserve to die. Everyone I care about has died. My child was also taken from me. But... Beta Miguel made me realize that... I was mistaken. He made me realize that there is still a reason for me to live.

I don't care if Alpha Greyson doesn't like me anymore. I don't mind if... He is upset with me because of my cold treatment of him during the last few days, but... I want him. I simply cannot afford to lose him. I can't leave him just yet. I still want to spend my life with him. Would I be selfish if... I choose to live right now?

Would you be mad, Moon Goddess, if I choose Alpha Greyson right now?

My dear child... Shena... Mrs. Vikki... father... Is it okay to stay here for the time being?

Tears flowed down my cheeks as I closed my eyes and spoke out loud in my thoughts, hoping Alpha Greyson could hear me.

"I'm sorry... but I can't leave you. I'm sorry because I'm selfish. I'm sorry because... I love you so much. Alpha Greyson… are you mad at me?”

When I opened my eyes and saw the two rogues almost attack me, I jumped backward to avoid their attack, but before they could reach me, a massive white-furred wolf appeared and grabbed their necks with its powerful jaw. I can't be wrong... That pristine white fur... that pair of blue eyes...

It's Alpha Greyson!

But the short joy was quickly overtaken by anxiety as I felt the ground beneath my feet collapses. Alpha Greyson cast a glance at me. When he left the lifeless bodies of the two rogues, I saw blood on his teeth, but it was too late since I was slowly falling...

I transformed back and tried to reach a rock to stop myself from falling! As the rock struck me, blood streamed down my skin.

“Amara!" I could hear Alpha Greyson. He also transformed back! My eyes welled up with tears. Is this really the heaven call to me? That... I don't deserve to live with Alpha Greyson, do I? Is this really the end?

"Hold my hand, Amara!" he said as he reached for me, but the rock I was holding on to was slowly falling. Damn it!

"I-I'm sorry..." I couldn't stop sobbing as I strained to hold on to the rock and avoid tumbling down the steep precipice.

"No... I won't accept any of your apologies if you don't hold me!" he begged. His words made me cry even harder. After everything I'd done, how could he still want me?

I extended my hand for more. When I touched him, my heart skipped a beat. He had my finger in his grip.

"That's it... don't let go of my hand, Amara... please..." he begged. But what if... this is really what the heavens want for me? I can't be saved. After all... This is exactly what I deserved. Tears continued to pour... Accepting my demise gradually.

My grip eventually relaxed. His eyes became filled with dread. The sight devastated my heart. I forced a strong swallow. "I-I'm... tired..." I sob. He clenched his teeth. He made a shaky motion with his head.

"No... please..." tears streamed down his cheeks. Damn it! "I'm sorry... but I have to do this..." I replied, gradually releasing his hand. "Fuck! Don't do this, Amara! I fucking love you! I can't lose you!" he begged, his tears pouring on me as if stabbing my heart, but I knew there was nothing I could do.

"I love you..." I told him before falling into the abyss.

“AMARA!” his voice screaming my name was my last memory of that tragic night.