Crowned by Fate by Author T.S Novel

Crowned by Fate : Chapter 78 Skyra POV I never thought I'd willingly return to Gravestone Pack teritory . Yet here I was , seated teside Adrian in his SUV as we approached Kane & forties aner The Beat that had consumed me during my escape was ponte .

Every bump in the mad sent pain shooting through my still healing injuries , each twinge feeding the fury building inside My mind kept replaying that moment in s prison cell - Nadia's wavering eyes as she took the poisoned coffee meant for me , her body convulsing as the wolfsbane took effect . I promised I'd come back for you . I thought fire . I won't let you down . Adrian ackles were white on the steering wheel , his face a mask of forced composure .

Though he maintained the illusion of surrender , his scent betrayed him - ocean - spray tinged with the metallic edge of barely controlled violence . The two warriors in the back seat remained silent , their tension filling the vehicle like a physical presence . " Remember , " Adrian said quietly as Kane's compound came into vi " This ́is just a delaying tactie . Keep him talking . Give Ryder team time to locate and "I know .

I nodded , adjusting the collar of my jacket to hide the worst of Guards met us at the gate - twice as many as I'd seen during my captivity . braises They searched us us thoroughly for weapons before escorting us into the main building . Kate awaited us in what appeared to be a formal conference room . He sat at the head of a massive stone table , a self - satisfied smile playing across his lips .

Ten fully armed warriors lined the walls , their hands resting on their weapons - a clear message that we were outmatched " Adrian ! " Kane rose , arms spread in mock welcome " And the silver - haired escape artist herself . " He turned to me , slow applause punctuating his words . y nose - I truly underestimated you ." My hands curled into fists , nails digging into my palms as I fought to maintain my composure .

The bruises on my body serted to throb in time with my accelerating heartbrit brought the surrender documents , " Adrian stated flatly , placing a leather folder on the table . " As agreed . " ove to examine them . Instead , he circled the table slowly , predatory eyes never leaving us , Kane made no move to examine " You know , I'm genuinely surprised , I expected more resistance from the great Alpha Adrian . " He paused behind my chair , his proximity making my skin . crawl .

Though I suppose even the noblest wolf will bend when his Heta's life is at stake .""" Adriams jaw clenched , but his voice remained steady . " The documents are comprehensive . Full surrender of Oasison territory , Resources , and infrastructure Once signed , it's binding and intocable according to werewolf law , " gh the pages with deliberate slowness . " But as they say , the devil is in the details . " So eager to proceed .

" Kane finally took the folder , leafing through He pointed to a paragraph on the third page . You've neglected to specialy a timeline for evacuation His smile widened , revealing too sharp teeth . " Let's remedy that , shall wi generous host - I'll give you three days to vacate my new property . " Three days " Adrias compare cracked slighth . Thats imposible . We need time to find new territory , to relocate our pack members safely ." Kane shrugged , utterly concerned . " Not problem .

Or did you plan to continue squatting on my land while you search for a new home ? " " Two weeks " Adrian countered . The minimum time needed to evacuate without endangering our most vulnerable members " Chapter 78 " Three days , " Kane repeated , veice fundening . The becomes a gemoment esident He turned to one of his eations Add the three dig watched Adrian's throat work and his pride . Each concession seemed to plotically pain him , yet he nodded inffly . " Tine . Three days .

But we pelease Nadu nom , as imiginally agree ! " broken glass . " Such impatience ! Nadia will be ordered when your pack has fully cute . Consider it imitater agains in Adrian surged to his fret , hity blending thingh his carefully maintained facade . That was t erangement , he promised her release ispon signing i Did 17. Kane's eyes gleaned with malicimo pleasure . " Those careless of me " You give your word .

" I interjected , unable to in to remain silent linger " And Ima man of my word kane replied smoothly . Tell you what I'll provide a good - faith deposit . " He gestured to a warrior near the door . " Show them . " The man moved to a control panel in the wall , activating a large screen I hadn't cited before . The d display flickered to life , revealing a dimly lit stone nell -the same thingron where Nadia and I had been imprisoned My heart stopped .

Nadia was chained to the wall , her arms stretched above her head . A gag covered her mouth , but her eyes burned with defiant fury despite her she weakness . Blood and bruises covered every visible inch of her skin , yet she held herself with the dignity of a true Beta Adrian lunged arrows the table , seizing Kane by the collar in one swift movement . You promised she wouldnt be harmed Kane didn finch , his smile never wavering . Careful , Adrian .

My warriors will treat your Beta exactly as you treat me . On the screen , as if on rue , a hulking warrior grabbed Nadia by her hair , slamming her head against the stone wall with brutal force . Blood splattered against the gray stone as she slumped in her chains , momentarily stunned by the impact . " STOP "" " | seamed , tears springing unbidden to my eyes . " Please , stop ! " Adrian released Kane immediately , his hand trembling with suppressed tape .

Our warriors shifted behind- weilver instinct to shift and attack . their eyes glowing red as they fought their Kate straightened his collar with aged care . Much better . Now , shall we continue our civilized negotiation ? " en so proud of escaping , so determined something imide me broke at that moment. The pam , rage , and humiliation crashed together in a toxic wave .

I'd been so to rescue Nadia - and here we were , still dancing to Kane's tune , helpless to stop his cruelty , On the screen , Nadias eyes fired the camera . Though blood trickled down her fare , her gaze remained unbroken , Berce and proud . Even now , she refused to surrender her dignity I met her eyes through the screen , a silent promise pasing between us . Hold on Kane returned to us wat , picking up a pen with theorical flair " Now , let a finalize our agreement , shall we ?

There days Were coming for you . days to vacate , and your Beta terains my guest until the handover is complete . Adrian i ejes met mine , a silent menage passing between us . Time . We needed to buy more time for Ryders team to find Nadia " We need to discuss the details ," Adriam said , jis voice steadying at he regained control " Inventory lists , water rights , boundary murkets- Of course , Kane putted , settling into his chair like a satisfied cat . i be thorough . We have all day .

" As they began discussing technicalities , I kept my eyes fixed on the screen thing Nadia 2/3 Chapter 78 Just hold on a little longer , Nadia , I thought fiercels . We won't brave with Chapter Comments LIKE POST COMMENT NOW < SHARE