The Alpha King's Claim novel Chapter 27

The Alpha King’s Claim chapter 27 by desirenovel

Aero

After spending the entire night in my manor unsuccessfully fending off thoughts of the woman, I went back to the castle ready to bark orders and chew some bones—bones of whoever was unfortunately within my path of rage.

Surprisingly, the first person to greet me in the throne room was the crown prince who had since been missing in action yesterday night. I had expected Elijah to pester me in the manor, maybe to admonish me for leaving the woman with the healers, but he actually didn’t come.

It was a welcomed change, but I couldn’t also deny I had a moment of worry. I left him in the vampire realm after all and there was always a possibility he wasn’t able to travel back home and doomed himself there.

I was glad he was back in the flesh and reporting to me.

“I expected you to return early. What’s the reason for the delay?” I asked, unable to hold on to my curiosity.

“I had to make sure Rhea receives proper accommodation in our kingdom, brother,” he answered. My brow arched up in response.

“Rhea?”

If I wasn’t mistaken, this name was meant for a female.

“She’s the woman who took care of Queen Serena in the vampire realm,” he reminded, seeing my inability to recollect such a person.

But the moment he reminded me, my memory of this Rhea returned.

Tall and slender neck. Had a feisty aura just like the queen. Blonde hair. Ah, yes, I remember her. She’s exactly Elijah’s type.

“And where did you situate her?” I asked, digging deeper into this unexpected news.

“The South Wing of the castle, brother. She…uhm…she’ll be Queen Serena’s personal companion as she’s a human too. They would benefit each other’s company.”

My dear brother, the ever sure one, looked somewhat lost for words for a moment. This was new.

“If that’s the case then why situate her in the South Wing? You know very well the queen’s quarters are near mine, in the North Wing.”

His brows arched up for a second and then, he blinked many times as if he had just realized the situation.

“I…ah…I haven’t thought of that,” he answered sheepishly.

I cracked a grin, realizing what was happening.

“Is it my time now to goad on you?” I told him. I’d certainly enjoy teasing him to no end if I turn out right with my hunch.

“What do you mean, brother?” He looked confused. Clueless. Like a lost puppy.

Oh, this is precious. As a compulsive ladies man, he should have realized it already, but it seems my little brother here doesn’t even see it himself.

I battled to keep my expression neutral, but Heaven knew, how I wanted to burst out laughing at his situation. He was turning like a lovesick fool. This certainly was a first.

“Keep getting distracted, I like it.”

That way, he wouldn’t have to mock or boss me with my wife problem.

Elijah appeared a little bit uncomfortable for a moment. He shook his head and held my gaze as he replied, “Rhea doesn’t distract me. She merely needs my help as she begins to thrive with our kind.”

My brows knotted.

“What? You do not plan on returning her to Earth? I’m pretty sure she asked your help regarding that right?”

“What about the Queen? Do you plan to return her to Earth?” he boomeranged. I would have said an easy yes, but I carefully considered the situation.

“That woman is a different matter entirely,” I told him. “She’s ill. Until she recovers, she’ll have to stay here.”

“Fair enough,” Elijah nodded. “Then Rhea will continue to stay until Queen Serena gets better. How is she anyway?”

“I am yet to be updated on her status,” was my immediate response.

“How so?” he stated, brows furrowing. “You didn’t stay with her all night? I thought she’s ill. She would need your presence, brother.”

What an ironic thing for him to say.