Alpha's Rejected becomes the Lycan's Obsession
Chapter 140: Just as surprised

Chapter 140: Just as surprised

Roman’s body moved before his mind could catch up. In a swift stride, he reached Tessy just in time, catching her right before she could collapse. She had staggered after what Williams did, her legs faltering as if some invincible hand had pushed her. His arms wrapped around her with a firm yet gentle grip, anchoring her in place.

He held her close, drawing her against his chest like he feared the earth would open up and swallow her whole if he let go. His strong arms became her only point of balance as the tremor slowly faded from her body.

His brows furrowed deeply as he studied her, worry clouding his usually commanding eyes. There was a tremor in her breath, but her features were slowly relaxing. Relief, subtle but evident, began to register on her face. Her brows that had been tightly knitted now started to loosen, and the sharp rise and fall of her chest began to calm.

"You okay?" Roman finally asked her, his voice low and cautious, though it carried the weight of urgency.

Tessy didn’t speak immediately. She gave a small, trembling nod, still leaning against him like she needed his warmth to steady the chaos within her.

Only when he was sure she could stand on her own did Roman finally shift his gaze, eyes narrowing as they locked on Williams. He was still holding Tessy, his large hand spread protectively across her lower back, keeping her close. His jaw clenched slightly, irritation flashing in his eyes. "What the hell was that?" Roman demanded, his voice sharp and low, the kind of tone that could slice through stone.

Roman hated confusion. He despised uncertainty. But above all, he loathed when such things affected those who mattered to him. And Tessy...she was no longer just someone. She was his. That made this moment more than unsettling.

Williams didn’t flinch under the heat of Roman’s stare. "She needs to go to Elena, Rome," he said calmly, repeating the statement like it was as factual as air being necessary for breath. "Her powers are seeking an outlet. The next one will only be worse than this."

Roman’s stare burned hotter. He wanted a different answer. Something more within his control. But Williams only gave him more of the same.

"Have you talked to Elena?" Roman asked, his voice still tight with restraint, like he was holding back the full extent of his frustration.

Williams gave a subtle shake of his head. "She’s in seclusion, so I couldn’t speak with her. She should be out either tomorrow or the next."

Tessy, still standing in Roman’s arms, looked from him to Williams and then back again. Her brows were slightly drawn, and a furrow of confusion settled on her face. The entire conversation was happening around her, and yet it felt like a tide of information was washing over her with no explanation.

"Who’s Elena?" she asked in a whisper, tilting her head to look up at Roman, her eyes filled with questions he hadn’t yet answered.

Roman looked down at her, giving her his full attention the moment she spoke. "She’s a priestess," he said gently, as if speaking to a frightened animal, careful not to spook her further. "And a seer. She can help with something like this."

Understanding finally began to trickle into Tessy’s mind, her eyes slightly widening as she nodded slowly. It made a little more sense now.

"Where is she?" Tessy asked again, her voice still low but steadier now.

Roman didn’t hesitate. "Luminera," he said, and as he did, he saw confusion begin to cloud her eyes again. Her lips parted slightly, unsure of what or where that even meant.

"Don’t worry," Roman added quickly, his tone softening even more, reassuring. "I’ll fix a meeting and take you there myself."

A breath she didn’t even realize she was holding slipped out of her lips in relief. His promise held weight, comfort, certainty, and it grounded her in the midst of her internal storm.

Roman finally shifted his attention back to Williams for a brief moment, as if silently warning him that this conversation wasn’t over, before he turned fully toward the woman standing a few feet behind Williams. The one who had come in with him.

"Dera," Roman called.

The woman stepped forward slightly, her posture instantly respectful as she dipped her head. "Good evening to you, Your Majesty. I’m sorry I couldn’t greet you properly when we came in. Tension was high, so I was waiting for everything to calm down before I said anything."

"There’s no need to bother yourself about that," Roman said, dismissing her apology with a wave of his hand. "How is the prince of Luminera doing?"

The question dropped like a bomb in the room.

Two sharp inhalations echoed in the air, both coming from different corners of the room.

Daniel’s eyes flew open, shock radiating from every inch of his face. Trevor’s expression shifted as well. Not as shocked as Daniel’s, but still visibly stunned. He knew about Dera, yes. But a child? That was new.

And not just any child.

Roman had said prince of Luminera.

That could only mean one thing.

He was Williams’ child.

"He is doing very well, Your Majesty," Dera responded, a small, proud smile on her lips. "He fell asleep shortly after we arrived at Monero."

Roman nodded. "Thank you for taking care of him," he said, his tone genuine. "And thank you for ridding the world of the nuisance called Casper for three years."

Dera’s smile widened slightly, a small frown showing up on her features for a brief moment. "I wish I had been able to keep him under forever," she replied.

"I’m sure another opportunity will be given to you to do just that," Roman said, his eyes twinkling faintly with dark amusement.

Dera turned slightly, this time facing Tessy directly. She dipped her head again. "Good evening, my Queen," she said with reverence.

Tessy blinked. "Huh?"

The word fell from her lips ungracefully, confused and hesitant. The new title sounded foreign, like it didn’t belong to her. Like it had accidentally been handed to the wrong person. She looked at Dera, not knowing how to respond to that kind of greeting.

Dera tilted her head slightly, her brows knitting together in slight confusion at Tessy’s reaction. But before the awkwardness could deepen, Roman stepped in.

"She’s new to all this," Roman explained calmly, his voice firm and laced with protectiveness. "And still traumatized from what just happened."

Dera nodded in understanding, stepping back with a respectful glance.

Roman turned back to Tessy. "Come, my love," he said softly, his arm still around her waist. "Let’s go back inside."

She didn’t resist. With a small nod, she allowed him to lead her gently up the stairs, his steps slow and steady, as if matching her unspoken need for calm.

As they disappeared from view, Williams turned to Daniel, who was still standing in stunned silence, eyes still round from what he’d heard moments ago.

"Get our things from the cab outside," Williams instructed without preamble. "And dismiss the man."

Daniel blinked rapidly, snapping out of his trance. "Yes, Alpha," he muttered and moved towards the door to carry out the instructions, the whirlwind of revelations still spinning through his mind.

Once Daniel was out, Williams turned back to Dera and gently took the sleeping Dexter from her arms. The child stirred faintly but didn’t wake.

"Come on," Williams said softly to Dera. "You need to rest."

Dera nodded, her eyes brushing across Trevor, who still hadn’t moved from his spot. She offered him a small smile and a nod.

Trevor, still silent, nodded back.

And then they were gone. Williams disappeared down one hallway with the child and Dera following a few steps behind.

Trevor finally let out a long breath, dragging a hand down his face. He knew it. He didn’t know how, but something in his bones told him things were about to change. Roman hadn’t said anything yet. But Trevor could feel it in the silence, in the tension, in the way the night had unfolded. Nothing would be the same again.

He turned to head to his room when Daniel came back into the house. He paused and looked around until his eyes caught Trevor’s.

"Trevor," he called, and Trevor turned with a raised brow.

"What is it?" Trevor asked.

Daniel looked around as if making sure no one else was within earshot. Then, stepping closer, he whispered, "Alpha Williams has a son?"

Trevor gave a slight shrug. "I think we just confirmed that now."

Daniel’s mouth opened, but words struggled to form.

"Did you know about this?" he asked, the disbelief in his tone stark and raw.

Trevor shook his head. "I’m just as surprised as you are, Daniel."

Daniel blinked rapidly, clearly still reeling.

Trevor didn’t wait to continue the conversation. He simply turned and started walking toward his room.

And Daniel was left standing there in the living room, trying to process everything. Someone was going to have her heart broken, and he didn’t know whether to be happy or sad about it.

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