Chapter 193: I’ll Accompany Her
Chapter 193: I’ll Accompany Her
(Elena Blackwood’s POV)
I looked at Marcus suspiciously, unmoved by his declaration. The dessert sat untouched between us, its
sweet aroma doing nothing to ease the tension in the room.
Victoria’s face flushed with barely contained anger. Her hands clenched into fists at her sides as she struggled to maintain composure.
“Marcus, how could you possibly think of going to Riverside City?” she demanded, her voice sharp with
disbelief.
The conflict that had been brewing beneath the surface of our pack family dynamic finally erupted. Victoria’s
maternal instincts warred with her political calculations.
Marcus set down his spoon deliberately, meeting his mother’s furious gaze. “Elena has obligations to her
foster family.”
His voice carried the authority of an Alpha, even while wearing a patient gown. “Would we want to be labeled
as unrighteous?”
Victoria’s eyes flashed dangerously. “What about your own well–being? You’re barely recovered!”
Marcus paused, his golden eyes never leaving hers. The silence stretched between them like a taut wire.
“I’ll accompany her,” he declared simply.
The words hit me like a physical blow. My mouth fell open in shock as I stared at him.
Victoria’s face went white, then red with rage. “Are you insane?”
“Given your fragile health, this is madness!” she continued, her voice rising with each word.
Marcus dismissed her concerns with a casual wave. “I’m not about to die, Mother.”
His nonchalant attitude only fueled Victoria’s fury. Her hands trembled with the effort of restraining herself.
“Consider it a vacation,” he added with infuriating calm.
Victoria’s composure finally cracked completely. “A vacation? You could collapse at any moment!”
“This is my own decision,” Marcus stated firmly. “Any resulting issues will not be Elena’s responsibility.”
The finality in his tone left no room for argument. Victoria’s face cycled through emotions – anger, fear,
desperation.
“Is your health less important than her opposition?” Victoria’s voice cracked with emotion.
Marcus remained silent, his expression unreadable. The lack of response was answer enough.
“Besides,” he continued after the painful pause, “staying in this healing sanctuary isn’t conducive to recovery
His logic was sound, even if his timing was questionable. “My condition isn’t terminal.
Victoria stood speechless, her mouth opening and closing without sound. The fight seemed to drain out of
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her all at once.
After a long, tense pause, she found her voice again. “My agreement alone isn’t enough.”
Her words came out strained, defeated. “Your father would also need to approve this madness.”
Marcus nodded acknowledgment. “I’ll explain the situation to him personally.”
Victoria gathered her composure, straightening her shoulders with visible effort. As she prepared to leave, she cast a final, venomous glance in my direction.
“If anything happens to Marcus,” she warned, her voice deadly quiet, “you will not be spared.”
The threat hung in the air like poison. Victoria’s maternal fury was terrifying to behold.
She turned and stormed toward the door. The slam that followed revealed the true depth of her anger.
The room fell into uncomfortable silence. I could feel Marcus watching me, waiting for my reaction.
“You didn’t need to anger your mother,” I said finally. “She’s only worried about you.”
Marcus leaned back against his pillows. “My presence in Riverside City isn’t needed for your sake.”
I stood to leave, but his voice stopped me. “Elena.”
“I have responsibilities in the Blackthorne family’s affairs,” he stated. “I must go.”
The conviction in his voice surprised me. After a moment of silence, I simply said, “Whatever you want.”
I returned to the Shadow Wing Guest Suite without another word.
(God’s POV)
At the Blackwood Ancestral Manor, Alexander Blackwood stood silently by the study window. His weathered hands clasped behind his back as he contemplated his son’s decision.
The afternoon light cast long shadows across the polished floor. Alexander’s expression remained thoughtful, calculating.
Meanwhile, in the Great Hall, Victoria paced frantically before Margaret Blackwood. Her earlier composure had completely abandoned her.
“Mother, your grandson is being completely unreasonable!” Victoria complained bitterly.
Margaret sat calmly in her chair, prayer beads moving rhythmically through her fingers. Her ancient eyes held wisdom and patience.
“He’s disregarding his own health for that woman,” Victoria continued, her voice rising with frustration.
Margaret’s beads paused in their rotation. “What does Alexander think about this matter?”
Victoria’s pacing stopped abruptly. She turned toward the study with desperate hope.
Alexander emerged from the study, his footsteps measured and deliberate. His presence commanded
immediate attention.
“Marcus’s lung condition is in its early stages,” he explained calmly. “It can be managed with proper
treatment.”
Victoria stared at her mate in disbelief. “You’re not seriously considering allowing this?”
Chapter 193: I’ll Accompany Her
“Trying to stop Marcus would be futile,” Alexander continued pragmatically. “It’s better to let him do as he pleases.”
Victoria’s face went pale with shock. “Wouldn’t you regret it if something happened to our son in Riverside City?”
Alexander’s expression remained steady, unmoved by her emotional appeal. “Then I’ll accompany him to Riverside City.”
The unexpected offer stunned Victoria into silence. Her mouth fell open as she processed his words.
Margaret nodded slowly, her prayer beads resuming their gentle rhythm. “That seems like a reasonable compromise.”
Grace Burton appeared at Margaret’s side, offering her arm for support. “Shall we retire to the Meditation Sanctuary, Madam?”
Margaret rose gracefully, accepting the assistance. “Yes, I believe some quiet reflection would be beneficial.”
After they departed, Victoria confronted Alexander in the suddenly empty Great Hall. Her eyes blazed with suspicion and hurt.
“You have ulterior motives beyond simply accompanying our son,” she accused, her voice low and dangerous.
Alexander feigned ignorance, his expression carefully neutral. “What other reason could I possibly have?”
Victoria stepped closer, lowering her voice to a harsh whisper. “You have never let go of the woman in your
heart.”
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