Quadruplet Alphas And Their Lost Ice Princess
Chapter 87

Natala (Emerald) POV:

I don’t know long it has been since I’ve been down here. Edward has come down a number of times, forcing a disgusting vile of liquid down my throat. Every time I drank it, my marks burned to the point where I wanted to starch them off. I haven’t seen the sun since I’ve been down here; everything I eat, I vomit, and every smell down here makes me want to puke even more.

I haven’t been able to connect with Trisha or my Lycan; it’s like they never existed. Without them present, my injuries have been heeling at a human pace. My back hurts to the point where if I move, it’s like someone is hammering down on it; no doubt I had a few ribs fractured since even touching the area seemed to kill.

Edward denies taking me out of here since, according to him, I’m not the submissive mate he expects me to be. Even though I have no energy with the lack of food and dehydration, I don’t let that psychopath near me. He has tried several times to make me submit and mate with him, but I fought tooth and nail, which usually ended with me being beaten to a pulp by him, but I didn’t care. All that mattered was to survive. I knew my mates would come for me, my brothers and family would come for me, and I was sure as hell not going to let that psychopath fill some f****d up incest fantasy of power he had. He could go and f**k himself for all I cared. I heard the door creak open, but I didn’t have the energy even to move my neck or open my eyes to see who it was; it was probably either Edward or Khole coming down again to add salt to my gashing wounds. However, instead of the taunts or harsh beating I expected, a warm, soft hand caressed my hair, making me open my eyes.

“You haven’t eaten in days, Natala. You need to eat! You need to build up your strength.” Said Rayla

Opening my eyes and slowly turning towards her, my eyes locked onto her. Sadness and pity shone brightly in her eyes. The one-time Rayla had come down here to see if I was okay; Khole caught her. And, from the scream I had heard that day, which were bone-chilling, I feared I would never see her again.

“You shouldn’t be down here!” I whispered, hoping no one could hear me. I didn’t need Rayla getting in trouble because of me.

“And leave you down here. Mistress can be cruel, but she would never kill me. I’m all she has left now.” Said Rayla

“Now hush! The guard had told Edward yesterday you weren’t eating! I brought some chicken noodle soup. It’s a small serving and will help regenerate some of your energy.” Said Rayla

I smiled! I tried getting up but epically failed and fell back to the ground. I heard Rayla swear and then place her hand on the lock and mutter something in Latin. Not even a second later, the cell door opened, and she stepped in. My heart beat increased by the second as my eyes didn’t leave the dungeon’s doors. If either Khole or Edward showed up at this moment, it would not end well for Rayla and me.

“You shouldn’t be here! I don’t believe she won’t kill you, even if she doesn’t. Don’t you know how that sadistic Edward is?” I said

Rayla just smiled, ignoring whatever I said as she helped me sit up with my back against the cold concrete wall. Her eyes took in every bruise and cut I had. Her eyes that had shone with pity were now filled with anger. She tucked a piece of my hair behind my ear and grabbed both of my hands in hers.

“I promise to get you out. I’ve even tried something. Hopefully, your mates and family will pick it up.” Whispered Rayla

My heart was about to jump out of my chest. My grip on Rayla’s hand tightened. What had she done? Were my mates and brothers finally coming to get me out of this hell? Before I could ask, Rayla spoke.

“Don’t ask me, Natala! I can’t tell you it’ll put both you and me in harm’s way if Khole and Edward get a whiff of anything; they’ll use their magic to get it out of us. I have my magic, I can fight back, but your spirit animal is locked away in your subconscious; you’ll be vulnerable in front of them. I think one more blow, and you’ll severally be injured.” Said Rayla

As much as I wanted to paster her for the answers, I wasn’t going to put her and myself at any more risk. Plus, I didn’t need Edward picking up on my elated mood; he would instantly know something was up. Reluctantly I nodded and smiled at Rayla. I could never repay her for what she had done; she put her own life at risk to save mine. But I knew one thing when my mates and brothers showed up, which I knew would hopefully be sooner than later now, I was taking Rayla with me, and no one was going to stop me.

“Another thing, I don’t know how or when, but Khole has gotten your mate’s b***d. Edward is insisting on starting the spell…” hearing Khole’s words, my breath hitched, and all the happiness I felt disappeared instantly. My heart constricted as I held onto my marks, “…as much as Khole is telling him to wait, he isn’t. He plans on giving you the spell bounding potion tonight that will null your bond with the quadruplet alphas for a few hours so she can do the spell. Whatever you do, don’t drink the liquid. I’ll try distracting him, and when he isn’t looking, spit it out or whatever but remember, Natala, do not drink it.” Said Rayla

I didn’t have anything to say. My heart was sinking by the minute at the thought of losing my mate bond between me and the quads. To remove the bond between mates by dark magic, one of the mates had to agree; that’s why Edward wanted me to come willingly instead of just kidnapping me. I held my chest and rubbed it as I tried mind-linking, my mates. I couldn’t lose them, not after I finally got my happily ever after.

“Hey! Hey! Calm down! I won’t let him or Khole hurt you! Those two have hurt enough people. You don’t deserve this, and I’ll make sure to get you out. But I’m sure your mates and brothers will pick up the residue of magic I’ve left. But, for now, please eat; you need energy just in case you have to fight off Edward,” Said Rayla.

I nodded. Even though the fear of what was to come lingered in me, I kept it at bay. She was right; I needed to eat, even if it was a few bites. Maybe if I ate, I could reconnect with Trisha and my lycan. I tried picking up the spoon, but my shakey hands kept on dropping it. I was weak and in pain; the smallest action was hard to do. A lone tear left my eye at how pathetic I had become.

“I’ll help you.” Said Rayla, wiping the tear away.

I thought I would’ve thrown up, but surprisingly I didn’t; the chicken noodle soup she had brought down was amazing: it was fresh, light and gave me a good amount of energy. I was surprised I hadn’t vomited; I was unable to keep anything down, not to mention the food that was brought down made me nauseous.

After finishing the whole bowl, Rayla smiled and put the bowl to the side, getting up to help me on the so-called bed I had in the cell. It was an iron bed with a thin sheet they called a mattress without a proper pillow and blanket. However, just as Rayla bent down and put her arm around my waist and the other around my stomach to help me, she jolted away, dropping me to the ground. Thankfully my fall was cushioned by the so-called pillow I had made with the clothes that had been brought me.

“Oh, my goddess. I’m so sorry, Natala. It’s just that, I think, I’m…ugh.” Rayla babbled out.

She looked scared as she looked between me and my stomach. Once, she helped me up and sat me on the bed.

“I just need to be sure. Stay still, Natala.” Said Rayla

Before I could ask her what she meant, she was on her knees in front of me, both hands on my stomach as they shined a white light. Her eyes snapped open as she gasped and looked at me.

“Natala, you’re pregnant. You’re carrying the future quadruplet alphas of the dark storm pack.” Said Rayla