The Unknown Lycan Princess - Chapter 39: Chapter 39

Alexander’s POV
I was staring out of the window in my chambers watching as Roman leads his warriors in training. I missed my son very much and I hate having to lie to him about my mental condition, but it was important for me to hide behind the scenes so that I could help him better. I know I have caused my beloved so much pain over the centuries as well because of my decisions. I loved my beloved very much and would have given up my throne for her, but she was right when she told me not to. My people did not deserve to have the type of king they would have gotten with my cousin. Though I can’t say I have done much better for them with Natasha as my queen. That parasite of a woman is evil, but she is brilliant. I hate myself for admiring her ability to get away with everything she has. My hopes are that Sandra can place those listening orbs to gain the information we need. Though Natasha isn’t as dumb as I would like her to be, she would probably have protections in place for such a thing.
I was brought out of my musings when I felt a power so strong I knew that it wasn’t Sandra. I turned to the closet and watched a young, very pregnant woman walk into my room, followed by another young man I have never seen before and Alexi with Sandra being the last. I can’t believe how much this young girl looks like Sandra’s grandmother. She is almost a replica of her. I gave her a small smile and she ran into my arms and embraced me. I felt tears falling down my face and felt my shirt becoming wet from her tears as well. “Welcome home my granddaughter. We have a lot to discuss. Please sit down,” I said to her.
As we all sat down around the sitting area in my chambers I was given a brief introduction of the other young man whose name is Ethan and is Beth’s lycan mate. I was a little shocked about the lycan bit as there have not been any seen in a very very long time. I remember hearing about the tragedy that befell the lycan race because of that selfish bastard Lupus. My father knew he was going to be bad news. He always carried himself as if he was better than everyone around him. Yes, my father was that damn old to know him. He grew up with the arrogant bastard. I remember my father telling stories about how he helped Lupus’ rejected mate escape his clutches several times. Not that my father cared for the human, but he did care about getting revenge on Lupus for all the foul things he had done to him as they were growing up. I was also shocked to know that Alexi was also her beloved.
I asked Beth about her childhood and about her mother, my other grandchild. Beth was about to start when Sandra interrupted her and said, “Young one, if I may, it might be slightly faster if you just share your memories with him so he can see it all for himself. It should only take a few minutes. I can show you if you would like.”
Beth looked down in embarrassment or shame, not sure which as she nodded and said, “You are right grandmother. It would be easier to just share my memories, but I will not need you to show me how to do so. The Goddess Hecate has shared all her knowledge of magic with me during my transition. I am sorry. I know you were looking forward to that quality time with me.”
“Oh young one, don’t you worry. You should feel privileged that our Mother Hecate has blessed you with her knowledge. No other witch in history has been granted that gift. I am very proud of you and your abilities. Maybe you can teach this old witch a thing or two now then hmm?” Sandra replied back to her.
Beth smiled a bright smile and nodded her head in agreement. I smile too seeing how well they can get along. “Ok. So instead of just doing a single memory share I will share it with everyone in the room. Please do not interrupt and wait until the end for any questions or outbursts. Ethan and Alexi that means you as well. You know some of this but not everything.” Beth said. We all nodded and I could see the boys’ reluctance to agree but did non the less. I have a feeling with this warning from her I am not going to like what I am about to witness.
Beth has us all close our eyes and relax in a meditative state. As soon as we are all relaxed I hear her chanting a spell in a language that is as old as time itself, and I doubt anyone would be able to translate what she is saying. Moments later I watch as I see Beth being born and her life with her mother. The way she was treated by her father and his family. She had a mostly happy childhood while with her mother. Her time with her father was not so much. Then it came to her high school years. Her boyfriend and the betrayals she went through. How she was abandoned at her highest time of need. The rape she had to endure and the shame and embarrassment she has felt since then. I see how she met Ethan and Alexi. I am glad some memories are fuzzed out. I did NOT need to see my granddaughter mating with her mates. I witnessed her interactions with the gods and her first shift into her lycan Harmony. I witnessed her battle with the rogues and how creative she was and how even though she has had no training whatsoever in battle she was able to protect herself and the young pup long enough for help to arrive. I am angry that Roman left her there. He could have easily taken her and the child with him and Beth would not have had to endure what she did. I witnessed her talk with Hecate and Ares. Then her waking till this point.
When Beth is done we all open our eyes. There is not a dry eye in the room. The boys both rush to their mate and comfort her. I pull Sandra into my arms to comfort her too and to gain a little comfort myself. I feel like I have failed my family. Beth should never have been subjected to any of that. Natasha will pay with her life for all the hardships my grandchildren have faced. Esmeralda didn’t deserve what happened to her and neither did her descendents. I make a vow to myself that I will not stop at anything to give Beth the peace she should have been given her whole life. My granddaughter will know unlimited happiness after this is all over I guarantee.
“I can’t help but think that man was familiar to me. I have seen his face before, but I just can’t place it. I think it was in pictures or something back in Blue Moon,” Ethan said.
“I feel like this is bigger than just Beth being targeted by someone random. I don’t have a good feeling about this. We need to be careful. He did say it wasn’t over. So we need to keep our guard up with this as well. I feel like the more we learn the more people we need to watch out for and protect Beth and our children from,” Alexi said.
“She will be well protected with us. We can place protection spells to help as well, but to be safe do not trust anyone that Beth cannot get a read on. She is very powerful and her powers will be very helpful in weeding out the bad guys in this castle. Beth, has Roman seen you since you have awoken?” I ask.
She shakes her head no and I realize she came here right away. “No, I fed and then we came here right away. I can see why you haven’t trusted Natasha, and I have yet to meet her and I don’t really want to either. However, I know I don’t have a choice.
I need to speak with her and see what I can find out from her mind. I wonder if we can maybe trap her in her own game a little bit. She wants to get rid of any potential threat to her control over Roman and therefore the kingdom. I think it is time that I am introduced to the kingdom and time for you grandfather to be ‘cured’ of your illness don’t you?” Beth asks.