Fated To My Lycan Stepbrothers
Chapter 114

Kyle's

POV

I could sense Naya's worry pouring out of her in waves.

She was always thinking and worried about Zeke and I. It was nothing new, yet I ignored her for many months. I opened an eye to find her glancing at Zeke.

, Zeke, you fool. Once upon a time, I thought I was a fool, but now? I think he's just taking it farther than it ought to be. We both agreed he would be the one to claim her as his mate first. I created the opportunity for him only for him to change his mind just by looking at Beta Brooke. Beta Brooke... I thought he was going to be worse than this.

I was a bit glad he wasn't a stuck up, pathetic fool who. blamed himself for not being by the Alpha's side. It wasn't his fault and we would only be official jerks if we pointed that out to him. Scar on the other hand. He was making it worse too.

Technically, they took matters Into their own hands, so I wouldn't stop him if he wanted to blame himself for not being there. They all should blame themselves.

I should blame myself too. My father died in battle. He died right in front of me and I was doing nothing about it. I was sure that by the time we got home, Marley would have cremated him. She must have realized by now that my threats were just bluffs and held nothing against her.

Immediately I found out Naya knew about our bond, I was left to tell her the truth. Nothing but the truth. She was a smart girl, so there was no use lying to her. We wouldn't reject her anyway, but I was not so sure about Zeke. He was just as impulsive. He might reject her for the progress of our pack. If he was ignoring her because of the warriors, what would he do when he was in seat? Not that he was making it obvious, I also have noticed a shift in his character. It was breaking Naya's heart.

It was fascinating how she would be able to share her love for the both of us and even more bizarre how I was in it too without feeling much jealousy.

Id admit I was jealous of my brother, after all he was the one to gain her attention while I was messing with her and pouring pop soda on her. Jeez..

After my discussion with Naya, I went to find Zeke. I found him discussing it with Scar. They were speaking in hushed tones that I couldn't hear. As soon as I came closer, Zeke backed off and Scar went about his duty. That was when I, knew we weren't going to stay long in this place.

"What's going on? What were the two of you discussing?" I asked, contemplating telling him about Naya's thoughts on the mating bond.

Zeke shrugged. He hasn't smiled since we got here. If anything he has been colder and I didn't like it. What changed? The pack's responsibilities or his duty as Alpha. I accept we messed up by leaving the pack to attend to our personal matters... Scar wanted to know my plans to renovate the pack. I have been busy with other irrelevant things. s**t!" He kicked an innocent piece of plastic on the floor.

He was frustrated just like I was. Only that it was for different reasons. Mine was because of the mating bond and the fact that I was yet to catch my father's murderer.

Baron Diego walks free. He even had the audacity to attack us. If father was alive, he would have torn him down into shreds. It reminded me that his death wasn't ordinary. It was meticulously planned. Perhaps he was weakened before the fight. Such a bulky and rippled Alpha wasn't supposed to die just like that. If he died fairly then there was a problem.

I was surprised Naya used her power to defend us. It also meant her power was reckless and could erupt in no time. I

*also couldn't help but wonder how Baron Diego already knew about Naya. She may not know it, but if you needed the power of an elder, you'd need to eat their heart.

It was a tricky process that could either kill you or make you half an elder. I frowned. Could it be the reason why Baron Diego was making those monsters? To kill the elders that protected our pack?

"You need to calm down. I was thinking of something." I started. This could help him.

Zeke sighed. "What is it?"

"Could it be that Baron Diego is creating those monsters to kill our elders? The very elders you want under your authority?"

Zeke stared at me, his brow furrowed in thought. "Baron Diego going after our elders? That's quite a stretch, Kyle." I knew it would be hard to believe me, since our elders were basically untouchable. Who would dare go after the elders.

But the truth was that if they had the guts to go after Alpha storm, it meant they could go after our elders too. But I would understand if he was skeptical. It did sound far-fetched

"I know it's a wild theory, but think about it. Those monsters are dangerous, and they seem to target our kind, the werewolves. I mean why would he create those things?

Why were they attracted to Naya? So? Why not take it further and go after our strongest protectors, the elders?"

I watched as Zeke paced a few steps back and forth, deep in contemplation.

"It's possible, but it's also a big risk for

*Baron Diego. Attacking the elders could provoke a full-scale war within the supernatural world, and it's not something he'd take lightly." He was considering the fact too. He may have been because I knew my brother was no fool. "True," I agreed. "But maybe he believes he can control these monsters and use them to eliminate the elders discreetly. It's a cunning strategy. Take Naya for instance.

You could eat the heart of an elder if you know how to do it. He asked them to bring her heart without batting an eyelash. He knew what she was...

"There's another possibility we shouldn't overlook. What if there's another player in this game, someone manipulating Baron Diego and pushing him to create these monsters? It might explain his audacity. Especially his audacity to attack the pack and kill its Alpha." Scar, who had been lingering nearby, chimed in before going about his duties again. Just how much has Zeke told this man? Something told me he doesn't know about Naya's abilities.

I frowned. "You already told him?"

Zeke nodded. "Yes, I did. I had no option. He is the leader of our warriors. Ftill Beta Brooke later." He paused. "We need to gather more information, figure out who else might be involved in this."

It all boiled down to finding the spy. There was one more thing at play too, I needed to let Zeke know. I should not keep it from him. "I have a feeling Naya has a part to play in this. We can't underestimate the potential significance of her abilities. It's possible she might hold some key to this puzzle." I also wanted him to feel our mating bond. This, was my strategy to make him get closer to her.

Zeke sighed. For a moment I thought he was going to adhere to my warnings and bring Naya closer. He dare not reject her. Not while I wanted her. I was sure he wanted her too. "You're right."

"Exactly," I said, shifting closer to him. "That's why I think it's time we tell Naya about the mating bond and all that it entails. She deserves to know, and she might provide valuable insights into what's happening."

Zeke looked hesitant. "But Kyle, what if it's too much for her to handle? We don't want to overwhelm her."

I understood his concern. However, knowing Naya's feelings, it was irrelevant. All she needed was for him to tell her that he loved her. It was hard for me too, but I was going to open up sooner or later. "I agree, but keeping her in the dark isn't helping either. We need her on our side, Zeke.

She's part of this pack now. It's time to trust her and let her in."

Zeke nodded, finally relenting. "You're right. We'll talk to Naya about the mating bond and the situation with Baron Diego. She deserves the truth."

And that was what I thought was going to happen until the drama with Beta Brooke happened. Who knew what beta Brooke told Naya to make her so on edge. Not only that, I

< didn't anticipate the feud between her and Scar.

A part of me was glad Beta Brooke butted in to end the trouble that was brewing. The power in Naya was gradually making her snappy and always angry. Although she was still weak, she was getting stronger these days, and it made me happy a bit. Brooke wouldn't touch her again. In fact, no one would touch Naya again.