The Princess Luna

07 | Suggestion

*Xavier’s POV*

“I’m starving.” Victoria whined as we were walking towards the dining table.

“Don’t worry, Tori. The staff have already informed me that the food is ready.” Edric told Victoria, as he placed his arm over her shoulder.

“Why didn’t you eat lunch?” I asked them as I brought her hand to my lips, placing a kiss on it.

“We were waiting for you guys.” She pouted while her stomach grumbled, making her sigh. “But I learned my lesson.” She said with a long sigh, making us all chuckle.

“Sorry, sweetheart, but there was a lot that we needed to discuss.” Her father said as he took the chair at the head of the table.

In the beginning, he fought Edric about it, saying that he was no longer king, but Edric insisted that they could co-lead. If you ask me, I thought it was a good idea. Two minds always think better than one.

I quickly pulled out Victoria’s chair, helping her sit down before taking my own seat. As soon as we were all seated, a few of the omegas walked out with several dishes.

“Mmmm! It smells so yummy!” Victoria moaned, making me close my eyes.

“Fūck, Victoria. Don’t do that, baby.” I told her through mind link before opening my eyes and turning to her.

“Sorry, Alpha.” She replied, biting her lip, making my eyes grow wide in surprise.

“Is everything alright?” Victoria’s father asked me, breaking me from my trance. I almost forgot her family was a few feet away.

“Everything is perfect.” I gulped as I grabbed my fork.

The omegas placed a plate with spaghetti and meat balls in front of Victoria and a plate of steak, mashed potatoes, and green beans in front of me. I thanked them before turning to my favorite princess.

I furrowed my brows when I noticed her frown. “Babe, what’s wrong?” I asked in a whisper.

“I wanted steak and mashed potatoes.” She sighed, making me chuckle.

“That’s fine, princess.” I told her. “We can switch,” I said as I grabbed our plates to do so.

“Wait!” She yelled, grabbing my wrist. “I wanted both.” She murmured as she shoved her face on my chest.

I looked at both plates which were stacked with food and smiled. “I can get another plate. Don’t worry.” I told her, placing both plates in front of her, making her smile as she dug in.

Edric shook his head as he called an omega over. She ran off to grab another plate of food for me while I watched my mate doing a happy dance while she chewed on what used to be my steak.

“You’re so beautiful, Princess.” I chuckled as I wiped a bit of the grease staining her lip.

“So, Xavier.” Victoria’s father said, clearing his throat. “Edric and I had an idea to run by you.” He said as he cut a piece of his steak.

“Thank you.” I told the omega, who placed another steak in front of me. “I’m all ears Henry.” I addressed him before grabbing my fork.

“I don’t know if you were able to see the empty land we have towards the eastern side, but we were thinking that if it was alright with you…” Edric was saying hesitantly before turning to Henry.

“That it would be a good idea to extend the castle that way and maybe merge your pack with the royal pack.” Henry said, to my surprise.

I stopped chewing as Victoria tensed at my side.

“You can think about it before answering,” Edric said quickly.

“It’s just an idea. It will be temporary for now.” Henry said, just as I swallowed the piece of steak that was still in my mouth.

“You will still be their alpha, of course,” Edric stated. “But this can strengthen both packs. We can share leadership ideas, training techniques, etc. We are always open for growth,” he continued.

Victoria placed her hand on mine that was clenched tightly around the fork.

“Xavier.” She whispered lowly, making me turn to her.

“Did you know?” I asked her before she shook her head.

“No, I would have brought it up.” She told me, making me relax a bit.

“We just wanted to share the idea with you. We don’t mean any offense by it. We just thought that it would be good for the pack and especially for Victoria with her being pregnant and all.” Henry told me before I nodded.

I really don’t know how I feel about this offer. Would it even work? I would do anything to protect my pack and luna, that was for sure. I just don’t know how it would work to have two kings and one alpha leading two packs within the same castle.

“I will talk about it with my luna and pack and let you know,” I said as I brought my attention back to my meal.

*Liam’s POV*

“Hey, baby.” I yelled as I walked into our bedroom.

“I’ll be right out.” She yelled back from the bathroom.

I stretched my neck before massaging my tense muscles on it. Being a stand-in alpha is some serious shīt! Even with all the help from Brook and her father. I can’t wait for Xavier to return and take over again.

There were a few treaties and pack finances that required being finalized with Xavier, but I knew he had a lot going on too.

With Blackfort’s escape, things had become a bit more complicated. I FaceTimed with Xavier, Edric, and the former king to discuss tightening up security. Of course, that meant everyone had to work harder and up on their training. Patrol was doubled and just for precaution, no one was allowed in or out of the pack’s territory.

That made Brook even crankier. I honestly don’t know what’s wrong with her, but I have just taken the bulk of the work from her, to relieve her stress just in case it was stress that was affecting her.

She did seem to feel a lot better until Xavier called with the news of Blackfort’s escape. She was a bit scared about his beta escaping too, but Xavier said that only Edric’s most trusted guards were guarding the building. I was happy to hear that he was set for execution in a few days. Even though I wouldn’t be present, I would be joining via FaceTime or webcam.

I turned to the bathroom door, realizing that Brook was taking too long. “Are you okay, princess?“ I asked her as I walked towards the door.

“Yes, Liam.” She told me quickly. “Just watch some television while I get out.”

I furrowed my brows but walked towards the bed anyway. I grabbed the remote, quickly turning the television on while I removed my clothes.

“Have you showered? Let’s shower together, princess.” I told her as I sat on the bed in just my boxers.

Wait. But she was in the bathroom. She must have showered, right?

“Sorry, Liam. I already showered.” She said as the door opened.

I was looking at the television as I scrolled through Netflix, looking for Brook’s favorite movie. She had just discovered The Forced Mafia Princess, and let me tell you, she watches it at least once a week.

I was so focused on the television that I didn’t notice that she stood by the door waiting for me to turn to her.

“Liam.” She whispered seductively, making the dormant beast inside of my boxers wake up from his sleep.

I turned my head slowly, expecting anything but what I saw.

My jaw dropped as my eyes roamed her body hungrily.

She walked slowly in front of the television, forcing me to follow her with my eyes.

“Brook.” I gulped as she twirled in front of me.

The hot pink, skin tight, lace lingerie hugged her body like it were part of it.

“Sweet baby goddess.” I growled as she walked towards me very slowly.

“You look so tense, baby. Let me help you.” She purred as she straddled me.