Mated To The Alpha King (Raven and Ethan) novel Chapter 63

Chapter 63

Raven’s POV

I quickly got out of the car as soon as it came to a halt and went over to the back seat. I opened the door and reached for the shopping bags, grabbing a few white Elisa held the rest. As I waited for her to step out, she gave me a bright smile and thanked me again for coming with her. I returned the smile faintly, Feeling that flutter of warmth that always came with her presence.

She was sweet, and though she didn’t know the truth about everything going on between me and her brother, Alpha Ethan, if only she knew, maybe she wouldn’t want to be with me anymore. So, the best thing is to keep it as it is–maybe I can tell her in the future, but it’s definitely not now.

I followed her from behind as she walked through the pack house, gracefully climbing the stairs to the second floor where her room was. The corridors were well–lit with chandeliers, and paintings of former alphas lined the walls. When we got to her room, she pushed the door open, and my eyes widened at the sight.

“Wow,” I whispered before I could stop myself.

The room was stunning. Elegant lavender curtains framed the tall windows, letting in a soft afternoon light. A chandelier hung in the center of the ceiling. casting delicate shadows. Her king–sized bed was covered in white and gold bedding, and the carpet felt like clouds under my worn–out shoes.

“You like it?” Elisa asked, watching my expression with a pleased smile.

“I love it,” I confessed honestly.

She laughed. “When I decorate your room, I’ll make sure it’s even better.”

My heart stung at her words. My room. I didn’t have one—not really. Just a corner in the maids‘ quarters with a creaky bed and a wooden chest for my things. But I smiled again, not wanting to dim her excitement.

“I’ll let you rest,” I said softly, placing her bags down near the vanity table. “Thank you again… for everything.”

She walked over and gave me a light hug. “Don’t let anyone treat you like you’re beneath them, okay?”

I nodded, though I didn’t believe it. In this house, I was beneath everyone—especially her brother, and especially Olivia.

I left her room and walked back downstairs, feeling the shift in temperature as I passed from the warm upper level to the colder, darker corridor leading to the maids‘ quarters. The second I stepped into my room, the air felt stifling. The walls were thin, the bed still unmade, and the single light bulb above flickered slightly.

But it was still my little corner. I had peace here, however fleeting.

I dropped onto the bed with a sigh and lay there for a moment, letting my thoughts drift. That didn’t last long.

The door burst open with a loud bang, making me sit up immediately.

Olivia stood there, fuming. Her blonde hair was pulled into a tight braid, and her icy eyes were fixed on me like daggers. She walked in like she owned the place–which she technically did–and slammed the door shut behind her.

“What the hell do you think you’re doing?” she snapped.

I blinked, taken aback. “Excuse me? I don’t get what you’re saying… maybe a little explanation will-”

“Oh, please, stop the act already.”

“You followed Elisa to the mall?” she spat at me, anger and hate evident in her voice. “Why?”

I stood up slowly, already knowing where this was going.

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Chapter 63

“She invited ms. And besides, she’s the Alpha’s sister. I couldn’t say no. And I wasn’t doing anything at the time, so I don’t see a reason to turn that opportunity down.

You could have, and you should have!” Olivia screamed, stepping closer. “You’re a maid. My personal maid. Not her friend. You think you can use her to get closer to Fthan?”

Her words hit harder than I expected. My fists clenched at my sides.

“That’s not true,” I said through gritted teeth. “I’ve never tried to use anyone.”

She laughed bitterly. “Oh, please, don’t act innocent. You think I don’t see it? The way he looks at you. The way you act like some wounded little bird around him. Trying to pull on his sympathy, like that’ll make him leave me for you.”

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“I’m not trying to take him,” I said, voice rising. “Isn’t he your mate? Or are you just afraid your charms will stop working soon?”

That did it.

Her eyes flared with anger. Before I could move, her hand flew through the air and struck my face. The sting burned instantly, and I gasped, stumbling

back from the force.

“You little-” I reached up, touching my cheek, and stared at her in disbelief. “You hit me? Because…?”

“You deserve worse,” she growled.

“You are just a little dot that can’t get off someone easily. You know, I thought you would never return after you ran away when I took him from you. I thought you would die in the woods, but as always, the Moon Goddess never answers my prayers.”

I raised my hand instinctively, my body shaking with the desire to defend myself. I didn’t want to hit her. I wasn’t like her. But when she raised her hand again, I reached out to block her.

In the heat of the moment, I shoved her back without thinking.

She lost her balance. Her foot caught on the edge of the rug, and I saw her eyes widen just before she fell backward.

“Olivia!” I screamed.

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