The Alpha King's Witch Bride
Chapter 190: _Gulit

Chapter 190: _Gulit

Kaelos’ POV

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It took only two days for me to fully recover. Elder Davina and high priestess Althea said if it weren’t for the mate bond between Odessa and me, it might’ve taken twice as long with the help of their potions.

On the morning of my recovery, I stood on my balcony, staring down at the pack and the activities going on within it.

People were still trying to heal from the catastrophe at the event Hall nights ago. A catastrophe brought about by Odessa’s hybrid nature.

But after the battle against my uncle in my mind, I couldn’t afford to send her back to the dungeons to satisfy the people’s desires for revenge.

She was pregnant with my child. And most importantly, our fighting together against my uncle gave me an important epiphany that I thought I would never feel for anyone.

I love her.

I actually loved someone.

’Congrats, buddy.’ Damon suddenly muttered in my head, his voice teasing. ’I didn’t think you had it in you.’

I scoffed, rolling my eyes as I placed my hands on the railing of the balcony.

’Had what in me? The ability to love?’

He sniggered for a while before responding with a sigh. ’Nah, the ability to screw what the people think. I was beginning to think our mate was turning you into a wuss.’

I shook my head slowly before smiling. ’Well, wouldn’t you like that? Seeing as you’re always the number one person telling me to be vulnerable with her.’

Before we could go on with our argument, my nose caught a familiar scent that made my face light up with a smile.

A few seconds later, two arms wrapped around my body from behind, taking me a little by surprise at first before I chuckled.

"Well, well, well. I didn’t know the great hybrid had it in her to show such a bold public display of affection." I mused.

Odessa giggled behind me before swatting me lightly on my back.

"I mean, I had to pick up from you." She said casually as she finally let go and moved away from my back.

She stood beside me, staring at my face with a bright smile. Her hair was let down in a ponytail, and she wore a white bohemian-style top without shoulders, a black jean trouser, and a crystal necklace.

There was sweat dripping down her forehead which she used her right hand to wipe off before sighing.

"How’s magic training with Aunt Althea going?" I asked, leaning closer to her while she rested her back on the handrail.

She sighed, parting aside strands of her hair. "Hectic as fuck. This morning, she was trying to give me teachings on utilizing elemental magic. I say ’trying’ because it ended badly. I almost burnt off my face."

I almost choked on my own saliva trying to hold back a chuckle, shaking my head with an amused expression.

"What happened to that god-level display of magic power you showed in my mental space?" I queried.

She rolled her eyes before she answered. "Althea said I was only able to do all that because a mental space is easier to manipulate with magic. Out here in reality... It’s tough. I lack control."

She paused just then, her gaze becoming distant and her expression sour.

It didn’t take me long to guess what she was thinking about.

I stretched my right hand forward and gently caressed her face before bringing it to her right hand. I held her right hand, watching as her gaze softened when she stared at me.

"The incident at the Charity Ball wasn’t your fault." I blurted, making sure my voice was as soft as possible. "You pushed to the edge and did everything in your power to survive. If anything, Lucinda should be the one facing judgment from your coven today."

The Luminari Coven’s delegates were coming to the pack today. Any minute from now, in fact.

Odessa had been waiting nervously for their arrival, using the magic lessons from Althea to distract herself.

During the two days and two nights of my recovery, I could feel her guilt like it was mine. People had died during her breakdown at the Charity Ball.

Alphas of the people who died had been trying to reach me, seeking justice. But how could I give "justice" to someone who was also a victim?

"Althea said Lucinda would come along with the delegates." Odessa suddenly remarked with a wry smile. "The only bright side of all this is that Celine and Zane are finally dead."

I remained silent at first until my gaze landed on her stomach. I smiled warmly as I brought my right hand to her stomach, causing her to flinch before she brought her gaze to me.

"This little guy here is another bright side."

She paused at first before she scoffed, placing her hand on my wrist. "How do you know it’s not a girl?"

I smirked slightly as we stared at each other for several seconds before slowly bringing our faces close to each other. Her eyes went from my lips to my eyes, her face reddening slightly.

However, before we could lock lips, there was a knock on the balcony door, forcing us to stop abruptly. We swerved our heads in unison only to see Layla standing there with a small smile on her face.

"G–Good morning, sir. I’m glad to see you’re okay now." She greeted me before adding. "The Luminari Coven’s delegates have arrived and are waiting in your throne room."

Oh...

I didn’t even notice them stepping into the compound.

"Are you ready?" I turned to Odessa and asked softly.

She hesitated, her grip on my hand tightening before she shook her head. "No. But as long as you’re there with me, I think I’ll do just fine."

I smiled wryly before whispering. "You will."

With that, we turned to Layla who stood there silently.

"Lead the way, Layla." I gestured with a serious expression.