The 5-Time Rejected Gamma And The Lycan King Chapter 8

He had offered her the same gesture the previous night but that didn't mean Lucianne was any less shocked. She tried to say something, "Uh... thank you, Xandar."

He never knew his name could sound so good until it came out from his mate's lips.

"Sit with me for breakfast?" He asked with hopeful eyes.

She hesitated, and glanced at Luna Lyssa before she asked, "Can I have a few more minutes with Luna Lyssa? We were just finishing up our discussion."

"Of course." He grinned, once again feeling proud of her selfless nature.

"Apologies, your Highness." Luna Lyssa said.

He waved his hand in the air with a smile, "No need. It brings me great joy to see a fruitful exchange." His graciousness and understanding earned him a smile from Luna Lyssa and Lucianne. He got lost in his mate's smile and moved closer to her before slipping his arm around her waist.

Lucianne gasped softly and tried to ignore the sparks and warm sensation from his arm and hand. She cleared her throat and spoke to Luna Lyssa about her training plan,

"Luna Lyssa, you need not worry about the Blood Eclipse Pack, I can assure you that they are nothing like the rumours being spread about them. They are fierce, yes. But that's only because they have to be when the rogues attack. We're all like that when we fight. Their Alpha is understanding and generous. He will help you."

"Would it be possible for you to introduce us at tea later? I was hoping that, since he knows you, he'll be more willing to offer his warriors to train our pack." Luna Lyssa asked.

Lucianne smiled, "That wouldn't be a problem at all, Luna Lyssa. I should also introduce you to Luna Lovelace from the Midnight Pack. Their warriors are very well-trained as well and their pack isn't very far from yours so perhaps you would want to consider collaborating with them in future."

"That would be wonderful! Thank you, Lucianne. It's so wonderful to finally make your acquaintance after hearing so much about you. I won't keep you now."

"Likewise, Luna Lyssa."

Luna Lyssa bowed before Xandar once more before taking her leave. When she was far away enough, Xandar whispered into Lucianne's ear, "It's so difficult to not fall in love with you after seeing you do that."

"I was just helping." She shrugged.

"Helpful and humble." He uttered and smiled, "Come, let's get something to eat."

She nodded and, hand-in-hand, they made their way to the buffet table. The wolves and Lycans stepped away when they saw their King approaching but his Highness insisted that they took their food first and happily waited in line.

Lucianne sighed with relief when he did this. He knew. He didn't want her to feel uncomfortable about being a royal. More importantly, he didn't want her to feel uncomfortable being with him.

Seating was free but there was an unspoken rule that wolves cannot sit when a Lycan is already dining at a table. So, both species sat among their own.

When Lucy placed her plate on the table, Xandar pulled out the chair for her and uttered, "If you like, you could have your pack leaders sit with us."

"Really?" Her eyes sparkled, sending an electric spark through his being.

"Of course." His lips curled up as he chuckled lightly.

Her eyes glazed over when she mind-linked Alpha Juan and Luna Hale. Within moments, they arrived at the table and bowed to his Highness before taking their seats.

Conversation with the King started out careful and polite but when Xandar took an interest in Alpha Juan's efforts to challenge ruthless Alphas to take their packs and give better care to the pack members, the atmosphere around the table eased considerably.

Cold as he may seem, the King felt touched when Luna Hale talked about how the pack, under her supervision, took care of the new pups from the packs they took over, especially if they've lost their parents. She personally adopted five of them and said that she would've continued to take in more had it not been for Alpha Juan's firm objection.

"I can't allow her to do it, your Highness. I really can't. We already have three of our own, and I love the five we have taken in but any more than that and we may have to build a hotel for a pack house." Alpha Juan said, earning a playful slap on his arm from his mate.

Lucianne giggled, capturing Xandar's attention. He thought her voice was the most beautiful thing he had ever heard but her laughter sounded even better than that. He wanted to hear more of it.

Xandar looked at Alpha Juan with a smile and said, "Should Luna Hale decide to take in any more pups in future, Alpha Juan, do let me know. I'll happily contribute financially to building the hotel."

Both Luna Hale and Lucianne laughed at Alpha Juan's terrified look. He looked nothing like the stern, scary Alpha that many packs described him as at that moment.

Alpha Juan cleared his throat before saying, "Your Highness, perhaps we should strike a deal. For every pup we take in, you should, too."