The Lunar Queen (Lyric and Mason) novel Chapter 139

Chapter 139

Jonathan POV

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I sped back alone to the pack, a gnawing doubt tugging at me. I’d signed up for this chaos, but now it feels wrong-especially with

pups involved.

Not weak wrong-heavy wrong. The kind that sits in your chest and won’t move.

I told David that Seraphina’s claimed mate bond was fake, but it’s not. She’s my mate, and now I’m trapped.

Every lie I told just locked me deeper in.

I never imagined I’d be in a position to kill her.

I need to find a way to help the queen, so she’ll help us-help me.

Not everyone wants this war, but when you’re a rogue, packs see you as an outsider.

Like you don’t deserve peace. Like you don’t deserve a future.

Still, David’s losing it lately, though he still treats us like people.

Some of us just want to live quietly, with our mates and pups.

I can’t go to the king; he’d kill me on sight.

But maybe I can help the queen while she’s here-find a way to get her out, and maybe she’ll take some of us with her.

It’s a risk. But staying here is a death sentence anyway.

My mind drifts to the moment they brought her out-the paintings of Eloise only hinted at her beauty. Lyric, though, she is

breathtaking.

Not just pretty-powerful. Like the room shifts around her.

I understand why David wants her as his mate.

I pull out my phone and call Seraphina.

“Hello,” she answers softly.

“Baby, I’m on my way back,” I say.

“Jon, my mom’s been trying to reach me. I can’t hide from her forever. She’ll figure out I’m here,” she replies frantically.

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“I’ve got a plan. I need more time, but I have a plan,” I assure her.

Even if I’m building it as I go.

“We need to move fast, because if she gets the queen, everything’s over,” she warns.

“Don’t worry. I’ll make sure she stays with us. Then, she’ll help us,” I promise.

I have to believe that. Otherwise none of this makes sense.

“Why would she do that?” she questions.

“Because we’re going to help her,” I reply firmly.

“I’ll make sure she doesn’t get the memory potion when I get back. I’ll also try to find a way to swap out the magic blocker,” I add, feeling a surge of determination.

Every step has to be quiet. One mistake and we’re dead.

I can’t let this war take more innocent lives. Nobody else should die just so David can get what he wants.

“We have to get her out before she gives birth, Jon. If she goes into labor, getting her and the pups out will be tough,” she warns.

Shit, I forgot she was pregnant.

Not just a queen. Not just power. There are lives tied to her.

“That might not be possible; we’ll have to find a way after she’s had the pups-just in case,” I say hesitantly.

I don’t like that plan. Not at all.

“Look, we’re pulling into the compound now. Stay hidden. I’ll come find you soon,” I say, ending the call.

Time to put my plan into motion.

David POV

She was unconscious throughout the entire ride to the compound, giving me the opportunity to plan precisely how I want this to \ unfold.

Taking her memory is the safest option. If I mute her bond with Cole, she’ll still remember him and the pups she carries. Removing her memory grants me a month to make her believe she is mine.

A month is all I need to reshape everything.

I smooth her hair from her face, admiring her beauty.

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Up close, she is breathtaking. My father often spoke of Eloise’s beauty in paintings, but this surpasses that.

This is better. This is real. This is mine.

I place my hand on her belly; her pups move fiercely. The moment I move, they stop.

Interesting.

They already recognize me as a threat. Good. Strong bloodline.

Upon arrival at the compound, the car halts. I take a moment to appreciate our progress.

Once she’s accustomed to me, I will take her to the runes, Frances has already shown me how to reach them from the other side of

the border.

Jonathan approaches and opens my door.

“Alpha,” he says.

Take her to the room we’ve prepared. I need to speak with Axel and Agora about our next move,” I command.

“Yes, Alpha,” he responds, carefully lifting her from the back seat.

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