Chapter 101: The Remedy

Raul's POV: As I dismissed the crowd from the execution ground, it took every ounce of self-control not to storm over and shake that insolent slave until she bled. How dare she defy me? My eyes followed the guards dragging her and her so-called best friend away, my rage barely contained. Turning on my heel, I stalked back toward my palace, my footsteps heavy with anger. I knew my three closest allies followed in silence, questions hanging on their tongues, though none dared speak them yet. They must be wondering why I spared the audacious slave. Yet, I also knew Nick, the pack’s doctor, was relieved. He believed in her, thought she might hold some mysterious cure. I prayed his optimism wouldn't fade because if she crossed me again, not even her status as my mate would prevent me from taking her head. "Keep lying to yourself," my wolf growled from the depths of my mind, his taunting voice irritating me further. Ever since this slave had entered my life, my emotions had been in turmoi