His Witchy Mate

Alicia and the other maid entered the room, carrying trays with refreshments, unaware of the tension that had settled between Louis and me. They set the trays down on the table, arranging the tea and pastries with precision.

Louis’s voice broke the silence, and his words sent a chill down my spine. “Oh, I know you.”

Alicia’s head snapped up in surprise, her eyes widening as she met Louis’s gaze. Panic flickered in her eyes, and she quickly averted her gaze, keeping her head bowed.

Ena seemed puzzled by Louis’s statement. “How do you know her?”

Louis couldn’t resist a smirk, his eyes locked on Alicia’s form. “Oh, it’s nothing. The girl was in my arms a minute ago and found me handsome.”

Alicia’s cheeks turned crimson, and she felt exposed under Louis’s knowing gaze. Her discomfort was evident as she fidgeted, unsure of how to react.

I gritted my teeth, irritation boiling within me. This was not the time or place for such encounters. I turned my attention to Alicia, my tone icy. “You can leave now.”

Alicia and the other maid immediately bowed their heads and quietly exited the room.

Louis’s words grated on my nerves, but I maintained a calm exterior. “I assure you, Louis, the presence of my maids has nothing to do with my reluctance to attend social events.”

Inside, however, jealousy simmered beneath the surface. The thought of Alicia in the arms of another man, even if it was merely a chance encounter, ignited a fire of possessiveness within me.

Louis shifted the topic, his tone more amicable. “Speaking of events, we have a banquet planned for Father’s birthday. I was wondering if I could extend an invitation to you.”

I considered the offer briefly. “Of course, Louis. You are welcome to join. And please convey my wishes to Ena; I hope she recovers soon.”

Louis nodded, a smile on his face. “I will. Thank you for your hospitality, Lucian. I look forward to the banquet.”

With that, he took his leave.

~ Ena ~

After Louis left the room, I couldn’t help but let my curiosity get the best of me. I turned to Lucian, the man I was supposed to be engaged to, and asked, “Why don’t you visit me more often nowadays?”

Lucian’s response was measured. “I’ve been occupied with pack matters, Ena. There have been many pressing issues to attend to.”

I nodded, though in truth, I was disappointed by his absence. I needed to gain his sympathy, to make him care for me. It was all a part of the plan.

“I’ve been feeling really low lately,” I continued, my voice filled with a fake vulnerability. “It’s as if my wolf is getting weaker, and I fear… I fear I might die.”

Lucian’s eyes widened with concern, and he moved closer to me. “I’ll call the doctor right away, Ena. We can’t take any risks with your health.”

I tried to protest, to tell him that there was no need for a doctor, but Lucian was already reaching for his phone.

The doctor arrived promptly, and I watched as Lucian greeted him and then stepped outside to give us some privacy. The doctor conducted a thorough examination, running tests and asking me various questions about my symptoms.

After a careful assessment, the doctor looked at me with a puzzled expression. “I can’t seem to find anything physically wrong with you, Ena. Your vitals are stable, and all the tests have come back normal.”

I nodded, my expression serious. “Doctor, I need your help. I want you to act like I’m seriously ill, like my life is in danger. Convince Lucian that I’m in a critical condition.”

The doctor hesitated, clearly conflicted. “But why, Ena? I can’t lie about a patient’s condition.”

I reached into my bedside drawer and pulled out a wad of money, placing it in his hand. “Please, doctor. I’ll make it worth your while. Lucian needs to believe that I’m gravely ill. It’s the only way to ensure my safety.”

Reluctance filled the doctor’s eyes, but he ultimately agreed.

The doctor emerged from the room, his face grave. I looked at him expectantly, my heart pounding with anxiety. He took a deep breath before speaking.Property belongs to Nôvel(D)r/ama.Org.

“Alpha Lucian, I’ve conducted a thorough examination, and I regret to inform you that Ena has seriously damaged her brain. She’s experiencing memory loss, but there’s a peculiar aspect to it. She seems to remember you, at least for the time being.”

My heart twisted with a mix of emotions-relief that she remembered me and dread at the severity of her condition. “What can we do, Doctor? How can we help her recover her memory?”

The doctor sighed, his expression sympathetic. “It’s a delicate situation. Right now, the best thing you can do is to take good care of her, provide emotional support, and create a familiar environment. Sometimes, the memories can return with time and the right triggers.”

I nodded, grateful for the doctor’s advice. “Thank you for your help, Doctor.”

As the doctor made his way to the exit, I instructed the guards to see him off.

I entered the room and made my way toward Ena, who lay in her bed. As I neared her, she reached out, her fingers gently intertwining with mine. Her voice was soft and filled with vulnerability as she spoke, “As long as you are with me, I feel comfortable.”

As Ena and I embraced, her words brought a faint smile to my lips. “You’ll be fine, Ena. I’ll make sure of it.”

She held my hand tightly, her eyes filled with trust and comfort. “As long as you’re with me, I feel comfortable.”

I hugged her close, cherishing the moment of solace amidst the turmoil. Our embrace was interrupted by a knock on the door, and we both turned our heads to see Alicia standing there, frozen in place.

I released Ena gently, still holding her hand, and addressed Alicia. “Alicia, come to my room after this.”

Ena furrowed her brows at the exchange, her suspicion evident, but she chose not to voice her concerns. Instead, she simply nodded and watched as Alicia left the room, curiosity gnawing at her.