Chapter 4 .4

Alyssa

My jaw dropped in shock at his words. I blinked in confusion, wondering why he would want that. I am not even his mate and definitely not Luna material.

"Why would you want me to be your Luna? I am not even a member of this pack, and I am not your mate."

I pointed out.

"Who said that you can't become a member of this pack? As far as I know, you don't have a pack right now."

He knew? How would he know that?

"I can't be your Luna. I don't know what gave you the impression, but I can't be Luna, and I don't want to be a member of your pack."

I told him and stood up. I honestly have had enough of people pretending to like me, then tossing me aside when they are done with me. I want a different life now, and I am not going to be in any packs.

I don't need a pack to have a life. I don't even care if I become an outcast and a rogue. I have been a rogue before, and honestly, life was better then.

"Don't leave, Alyssa. I am offering you something that you shouldn't turn down if you want to ever be able to get back at those who wronged you."

I stopped and turned to him.

"How do you know that I have been wronged?"

It was a stupid question to ask him, seeing as he saved me from a fire that didn't start as an accident.

"Do I really need to answer that?"

He asked, and I shook my head. Even though I wanted to leave, I stopped myself.

"Are you trying to use me to get back at my brother for what he did to your sister?"

I asked him, and he looked appalled as if I had insulted him with my words.

"Why would you say something like that? That didn't even cross my mind."

Somehow, I knew he was lying. I don't know how I knew, but I could tell by just looking at him that he was not telling me the truth.

"Liar!"

I fired at him. I suddenly felt so angry. I can't believe he saved me just to use me to get his revenge on my family.

"I am not going to be your Luna, and I won't let you use me!"

I added. This time, I marched out of his office.

"Alyssa, wait!"

I heard him yell after me just as I got to the door, but I didn't stop. I kept walking.

"You can't leave! I need you here for the prophecy to be fulfilled."

I stopped at his words and turned back to him in confusion. What prophecy?

"What prophecy are you talking about?"

He sighed deeply and pointed in the direction of his office, and I wordlessly followed him back. I took a seat because I suddenly felt tired, and he looked at me with concern.

"Are you okay? If not, I can call one of the healers from the center."

I brushed off his suggestion by waving him off.

"That's fine. Just tell me."

I urged him.

"I can't directly explain it to you because even I don't know the full details, but all I know is that you are destined for greatness and the prophecy said I need to help you be great."

I glared at him. Once again, I felt angry. I can't believe I followed him back into his office for this. I stood up in anger.

"Don't try to leave again, Alyssa! You have nothing to lose if you listen to me! I am offering you a home and a position that most women will die to have."

Yes, he was right, but what he doesn't know is that I am not most women and I don't even want to be in a position of power.

Destined for greatness? What a load of bullshit! All my life, I have been unfortunate. There hasn't been anything great about my life for me to believe his lies.

"I don't want it."

"Alyssa."

The way he called my name sent a shiver down my body, and I slowly lifted my eyes to meet his. I held his gaze even though I wanted to look away.

"I will take care of you. I will give you everything you want. I need you here with me. Ask me anything."

I swallowed.

"I want my freedom."

My voice sounded hoarse and out of breath. It's his fault, and he knew it because his lips curved in a satisfied smirk.

"I can give you that. Alyssa. Imagine how much respect you will command as Luna of the biggest pack in the country."

I thought of it. The Wildheart pack is a huge deal. If I become Luna, then I will automatically have a lot of influence that would make everyone respect me. I thought about how it would be the perfect way to show myself to the Dark Blood pack. They were beneath the Wildheart pack in everything.

If they find out that I became Luna of a bigger pack, they will lose their mind. Especially Sasha. That bastard who rejected me, too.

My wolf pleaded with me. Even if I wanted to say no, I just couldn't for her sake. She has been through a lot with me. We deserve some good in our lives.

I looked at Jace again, my mind made up.

"I will do it. I will become your Luna. I told him and hoped with all my heart that I wouldn't regret it.