Divorced Ex-Luna Returns With Triplets
CHAPTER SIXTY-EIGHT: Alpha’s Meeting

Nathaniel'S POV

"We all know that this can be considered treason. Do you want to wrath of the Alpha King on you?" I asked as I stepped into the hall where the meeting was held.

I had been shocked when Grayson had told me that there was an Alphas' meeting to which the Alpha King was not invited or informed. I knew it would only spell trouble. The Alphas turned to me and I went to the seat I knew was designated for me, slightly glancing at the seat that was meant for the Alpha King.

It could awry if the Alpha King found out about this. Didn't they know this?

"Well, we are the ones facing the attack. The Alpha King is tucked away in a place we don't know and we are facing a great danger. Even though I do not like you, I still agree that you should be called." Alpha Ronald spoke up.

I scoffed. "Well, forgive me if I am trying to make you understand that the Alpha King is needed at this meeting. Do you think he will let you all go Scot-free for this?" I asked them, looking at each one of them in the eye.

"We have written several letters to the Alpha King, demanding that he helped us with the issues. The other day, his Luna Queen was attacked in your territory and, you are yet to give any response on it. I would say you should sit down and let's discuss how to save our pack." Alpha Damien added.

I eyed him. Two of his pups went missing and his Luna was yet to be found. Actually, the person behind this had been doing it low-key for a while before he extended it to the Luna Queen and other important figures in the pack. The thought that Maurene might have been endangered all because of me scared me to the core but I shoved it to the side.

"If you say so." I took my seat and the knowledge that these Alphas could turn against me at any moment dawned on me.

We discussed the pressing issues and I listened. If the person behind the attack on the Luna Queen is the one doing all of these then he must certainly have a reason and motive. What if it was to draw us out? Remembering what the Alpha King had said, I knew there was more to the issues. What exactly did the Alpha King that he was scared to divulge?

Also, what was happening to the Alpha King? I really needed to know because we were treading dangerous paths now and I needed clarity. With every trail I find, I am led to a dead end, making me start all over again. When does it end?

"Alpha Nathaniel?" I jerked back into reality as Alpha Glory called me. I blinked, facing him. His eyes narrowed on me. "I have been calling you for the past five minutes. Anything you have to add to what we have said?" They all turned their focus to me and I swallowed, "Well, let us all be vigilant. Tighten out the security and make sure we keep in touch with one another. In this, the only thing that can stand is unity." I stated. "And we have started making one mistake. Please, don't let this kind of meeting happen. Alex is our Alpha King and we should accord him with that respect." I added.

I still stood on the fact that it was really wrong of us to hold meetings without the Alpha King.

"I knew he would never be able to give us solutions! That was why I totally disagree that we brought him here!" An Alpha who I didn't recognize hissed from the back and I lifted a look at him.

"You are totally right. It is because none of his members have gone missing yet because if they have, he would open his fucking mouth and provide solutions to curb these fools!" Another agreed with him. Murmuring poured out in the hall and all I saw was fear and anxiety. Whosoever was doing wanted them to live in fear.

"Alphas! Don't let us be like this. I want to believe that Alpha Nathaniel here has given us enough tips to help us in the meantime. It is also our duty that we watch ourselves. Let us do as he said and we should keep in touch. That is important too." Alpha Kevin rose to his feet and addressed. The murmurings reduced and I clenched my fist.

"If that is the end of this meeting. I would like to leave. Thank you." I didn't wait for anyone to stop me as I made my way out of the place. If they didn't want my help, they should not have reached out in the beginning. I also have my pack to protect. I signaled to Grayson to follow me and we soon reached the car.

"Alpha Nathaniel!" Alpha Kevin called from behind and I stopped, turning to him.

"Please, don't be so crossed. I know how things are. Actually, I just wanted to say that I have something that might help you with the investigation of the attack on the Luna Queen." He said.

My eyes twitched. "What is it?" I dipped my hand into my pockets, gazing at him.

He glanced around. "I don't think that I can say here. I will pay you a visit soon." He told me. I gave him a sharp nod before stepping into the car.

"Where to?" Grayson asked, looking at me through the front mirror.

"The Alpha King's mansion," I replied, pulling out my phone and staring at the message I had gotten during the meeting.

The Alpha king was aware of the meeting.

The guards led me into the mansion and I was no longer surprised at the numerous checking. As expected, the Alpha King was not on seat. It was his Luna Queen. I heard the Luna Queen didn't care about the politics. I was somehow baffled at why she suddenly got interested.

"I want to believe that you all discussed the preventive measures to stop the attack on your packs." Her lips pulled a smile that didn't reach her eyes as she poured herself some wine.

I said nothing as I watched her.

"Yes? No? Well, I will the latter. No." She took her seat and crossed her legs, peering a blank look at me.

"You know you seem oddly familiar the last time I saw you." She said, dropping her eyes down to the necklace hanging around my neck. Her eyes narrowed, confusion flashing across her face. "Why do you have that?"

"Well, it is a wedding gift from my wife," I responded, not knowing why I did. Maurene had taken it upon herself to get me a wedding gift even though I had adamantly told her not to. The way pain had flashed on her face was still very vivid in my memories.

"Really? A friend of mine has the same." She muttered, dropping the glass of wine.

She has a friend?

"Where is the Alpha King?" I asked, not wanting to waste much of my time here.

"Well, you see, that is the reason you are here. Have you forgotten the fact that you were given an ultimatum to find the one behind the attack on me and you, Alpha Nathaniel, have not given any response yet? Don't you think it is only right that we remove you from your position and put someone who is more than capable there?" She questioned.

A muscle in my jaw ticked as I fought back the urge to glare at her. "Well, I have been trying but it seemed that the one who attacked you didn't want to be found," I replied.

"But-"

"Or maybe because it is a fight between you and him and he didn't want me involved? Who knows?" I shrugged.

She watched me with scrutiny. "You think so?"

"Yes, I know so. You want to use me to fight your enemy and see," I leaned over, meeting her gaze. "You and I husband, Alpha King or not, you must be forthcoming with this. Lives are being lost and you both are just cramped up in here while we are out there, trying to find solutions. So don't blame them if they decide to meet without the Royalty present." I bit out. I was getting restless day by day. Scared and anxious about what the future holds.

This looked like a threat that only involved one person but innocent souls are paying for it.

She uttered a scoff. "You know nothing, Alpha Nathaniel. You can take your leave. I have a visitor." She downed the content of her wine and I ground my jaw. I could not disobey her. I rose to my feet and buttoned up.

"I have told you. I will not fight your battles for you." I moved to leave but her voice stopped me.

"Then your Alphaship will be taken from me." She hissed from behind.

I snorted. "No, it would not." I headed for the entrance when the door opened. It was her scent first before my heart skipped and my stomach dropped. Maurene was standing in front of me, her eyes holding animosity she could not hide. Our eyes dropped to the necklace around our necks and something flashed in her eyes.

"Maurene," I moved to hold her and she stepped back. Evangeline's voice called from behind us.

"Evangeline!"

Oh, she was the friend she was talking about. So she kept the first piece of the necklace. Maurene stepped away from me, ignoring me.

"You are here!" She grinned at her. Jealousy gnawed at my throat as I wished that grin was for me but no, I ground my jaw and exited the house. I saw Grayson from afar and he watched me as I marched towards the door, slamming it shut as I settled into it. He knew the issue so he didn't bother to ask about it.

I needed to do something before losing her.

"What are the updates on Liam?" I asked.

He peered a look at me through the front mirror. "Still investigating. I will bring feedback soon." He responded.

I nodded. I needed to know who Liam was.

It was the night of our wedding night and I was angry. I knew it because I didn't want any of these. The woman, the reason, and everything. I hated it all.

"You have officially become the Alpha of our pack, son!" My grandfather grinned as he patted my shoulders. I didn't bother to hide my disgust from him. He knew I didn't want to do this but after he had threatened that my rights to the position were on the line, I agreed.

"She is a good girl. You should love and take care of her," he advised, staring at Maurene who was talking to someone at a distance. Her smile was too real and I didn't want to believe that anyone could have such a beautiful smile.

I excused myself from my grandfather and went to the balcony to feel some fresh air. I heard some footsteps and I looked out of the corner of my eyes.

"Nathaniel." She softly called.

"What do you want?" I bit out coldly.

She gasped slightly but moved closer.

"I got something for us." I looked down at the box in her hand. "It is my wedding gift to you." She informed me with a sweet smile.

"I told you that there was no reason to get a wedding gift."

She shook her head, opening the box and a pair of necklaces came into view.

"I wanted to get it for you. Allow me to wear it in you." She pulled one out and I didn't fight as she locked it around my neck and did the same for herself.

She looked up at me sheepishly. I looked away, feeling uncomfortable. "You should leave. I have paperwork I need to go through."

"But are you not-"

"You know, Maurene. This... I didn't want it so don't expect me to be like what you fantasize about."

Maybe I should have been what she fantasized about.