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My heart slammed against my chest at the authoritative voice I hadn’t thought I’d hear so soon. I didn’t need to move as the man showed up to stand right next to me on my left side.
He sported a black and pink suit with diamond studs that had to belong to the Stuart Hughes Diamond Collection, while his hair was sophisticatedly gelled to one side which made him look younger.
His skin was rather flawless and lacked the wrinkles he gained while in a coma, making him look twenty years younger. His aura was as vibrant as the Alpha dominance he executed as he stood there with his stern expression that told everyone he wasn’t here to play foolish games.
He definitely wasn’t here to argue.
"It would have been impossible for Willow to reach me. I’m sure it’s due to our shifter affairs, but we seem to all have forgotten that NYC dealt with a catastrophe that indeed impacted the business market. Due to Willow being a prime target to those who wished to further complicate the circumstances occurring upon the mundane lands, it was my decision to ensure her assets, as well as her packs companies, were safe from unexpected business deals that would attempt to wipe out their recently created enterprise, which would be targeted thanks to its promising potential.”
I was absolutely shocked that he was defending me as he crossed his arms over his chest.
"Since Princess Ruby already explained the whereabouts of Queen Elphaba, there’s no reason for me to further vouch and explain why normal protocols of communication between our families and the fae kingdoms were not followed,” he stressed before his gaze dipped into a lethal one. “However, I’ve been informed of the recent discovery of fae magic running through the veins of my prodigy without my permission, which is far more important due to the consequences I’ll enjoy witnessing firsthand against the one who dared to involve my only child with such maddening experiments that jeopardized her life and future.”
I couldn’t even fathom thoughts as I stared at Roberto with pure shock. I was beyond baffled because I’d never imagined seeing Roberto supporting and defending me in the paranormal world. Sure, he’d done his role when giving me his assets in the human public eye, but for him to boldly support me in front of our own community?
That was something I never thought would transpire in this lifetime.
"With such a revelation, I’d suggest our priority be focused on locating the individual whose energy was stolen and infused into Willow’s body, for many of us know that such illegal actions most certainly could have altered the destiny of this being of royalty, and I’m well aware of how vitally important fated mates are to the fae community.”
“Aren’t you ashamed?” Prince Alywn spoke up as he shook his head. “You’re perfectly fine supporting your daughter who’s boldly admitted she’s bonded to nine men? You’re willing to publicly state you support her being bonded to yet another? Especially a fae of even higher status? This type of behavior shouldn’t be supported!”
“Why is that?” Roberto countered as he tilted his head to one side. “You speak ill of my heir, whose mate bonds have formed on a natural basis with the blessings of our Goddess, Mother Moon, yet are known by many to use and abuse woman all through the fae and mundane realms to satisfy your hypersexuality. When you compare the two, it’s rather easy to approve of one and disdain the other, but seeing as my frankness isn’t enough, I wholeheartedly support my child, Willow De Luca, who will soon claim her birthright as Willow Alundra Phoenix, and the relationship she has formed with her wolf pack.”
It took everything I had to hold back tears as I watched the man briefly look my way. He seemed proud of me.
“Fae aren’t usually ones to be so judgemental when it comes to unusual circumstances and relationships that occur in the shifter world. Especially when it’s well known that many kings and queens in the fae lands are allowed multiple partners and commitments. My child’s passion is strong enough that her enemies are going to great lengths to kill her, risking igniting the wrath of her entire pack. I’m sure you can guess how doomed this world would be if any of them truly lost control, can’t you? We already had a perfect example happen yesterday, and now the Vatican is now paying for such foolish actions.”
“Y-You know about that?” I had to ask because I wasn’t sure when he’d awakened from his coma.
“I was briefly informed by Viktor and Milo,” he revealed, which was even more surprising. “Milo aided me in an unexpected dilemma I was dealing with. After explaining what I’d missed during my pack business, he requested my permission to be allowed to court you. He wished to ensure he got our permission prior to contacting his kingdom, seeing as wolf shifters do things rather differently.”
I peered over to Milo and Viktor, noticing the happiness in their eyes now that their hidden move had been revealed.
“And did you approve of such courting intentions?” Milo’s mother inquired with an arched eyebrow.
“I did,” Roberto stated with confidence. "And my wife, who manages to rule one of the strongest shifter kingdoms while balancing two ruthless husbands, approves of Willow’s lifestyle. Therefore, I’m rather hopeful that the idea of judging my child, her lifestyle choices, and her romantic activities will end here.”
He specifically turned his attention to Prince Alywn.
"I don’t meddle in your fae affairs, but King Phoenix is not as merciful as I. Heed my warning, for the next time you try to belittle my daughter or think she is someone you can step on, I’ll personally enjoy summoning you to the fae lands, where your pleas of mercy that would escape your quivering lips after we generously utilize some easy torturous tactics to remind you which fae kingdom is superior will be heard for miles.”
Prince Alywn gulped while Prince Theo laughed in pure amusement.
“Serves him right. About time he’s reminded he’s not the only powerful fucker in our outcast world,” Prince Theo hummed in delight before he slid off the shoulders of his men and looked at Roberto. “Old man! You’re looking youthful! Did you have a long nap or something?”
Everyone braced for Roberto’s anger as we peered at him, but he simply rolled his eyes.
"I did have a long nap,” Roberto noted like it wasn’t a big deal. "Which I deserved after running my empire for so long. Seeing as Willow is taking my place, I figured a nice restful vacation would be rejuvenating, but pack matters don’t wait for the wicked to enjoy a few weeks off.”
“That sucks! You can always come nap at our place! Father wants to play another game of chess with you,” Prince Theo disclosed happily. “You’ve yet to meet his new wife.”
"I’ll have to pay a visit then,” Roberto noted. “You know I haven’t visited since a certain heir randomly entered Faerie years ago.”
“Why do I feel like he’s talking about me?” I muttered to myself, which ignited a harmonic wave of giggles that made my skin prickle excitedly.
"Roberto enjoys bringing up the strenuous effort he put in chasing after a little girl with pink hair who enjoys fields of fae flowers.”
All eyes went back to the stairs, and there stood Queen Elphaba herself with guards bowing at her sides.
