Abandoned by the Alpha, I Became the Lycan King's Mate-Chapter 26

[Donald’s POV] f𝔯ee𝘸𝘦𝚋𝒏oѵ𝐞l.c𝒐𝓂

The assault team we deployed was attacked on the way. The other party didn’t succeed, but that was unusual. Only a small fraction of people knew about the assault team. This meant that our information system had been infiltrated by the enemy. They knew more about us than we thought, which made the situation complicated.

“Where did the attack happen?”

I communicated with Elliot telepathically.

In the Ambly Forest, there were no packs around.

Ambly Forest was the only way to get to the Silver Moon Pack from the werewolf royal residence. We passed by it when we arrived. It was a very wide forest.

“Do you have any clues?”

They were still investigating. After this incident, the members of the assault team were very cautious. The opponent did not appear again.

“Get them to be careful and report to me at any time. Get our people to gather in the conference room immediately.”

“Yes, Lycan King.”

When I arrived at the conference room, everyone I had brought with me was there. Elliot stood at the front, looking nervous.

“We can’t stay here anymore! They’re obviously here for us. We can’t fight them with our current manpower.” The one who spoke was Mark. He was a good fighter, but his personality was a little impatient.

“Don’t worry,” Elliot said. “I don’t think the people who launched the attack know the identity of the visitor. They might just be patrolling or they wouldn’t have retreated so easily.”

I nodded, agreeing with Elliot.

The combat power of the werewolf royal family is not on the same level as that of ordinary werewolves. Any warrior can compete with the Alpha of the tribe. Only the werewolf royal family can attack the werewolf royal family. Moreover, I’m deploying the most elite assault team of the werewolf royal family. The only possibility is that they don’t know our identity.

“Then their patrol area is too big,” Mark muttered.

“This is what we really need to be vigilant about,” Elliot said. “I don’t think their real target is us, or even the Silver Moon Tribe or the Red Sun Tribe. They want to attack a tribe nearby. Our encounter with them is just a coincidence.”

“You think they want to do more than just attack a tribe—a premeditated mass operation?” I asked.

“I think the possibility is high, Lycan King.”

This was a thorny problem. If the enemy did not just want to cause strife in a small tribe but wanted to cause greater chaos, what was their goal?

“Why don’t we go back? We can’t perform here at all. Once they start a large-scale battle, we won’t be able to deal with them,” Mark said.

“It will indeed be much easier to mobilize people when we return,” Elliot said.

All eyes turned to me, waiting for my decision.

“It might be easier to go back, but have you thought about what will happen to the Silver Moon Pack?” I asked slowly.

“The enemy has already targeted the Red Sun Tribe. The Silver Moon Tribe is right beside it. Once a battle begins, the Silver Moon Tribe will not have the ability to resist and might even be destroyed directly.”

My gaze swept across everyone present. “The Silver Moon Tribe is also our territory. We can’t give up on anyone. This is not something the werewolf royal family should do. Our responsibility is to protect the safety of everyone in our territory.”

“But they’re just a small pack…” Mark whispered.

“Enough!” I looked at him sternly. “There is no essential difference between nobles and civilians. Who do you think you relied on to become a noble? Protecting every small tribe is the duty of the werewolf royal family. Elliot, continue to be in charge of intelligence work. Tell the assault team to come here as soon as possible and hide your tracks. Don’t get into conflicts with people unnecessarily. Everyone else, join the patrol of the Silver Moon Tribe. Report to me immediately if there are any abnormalities.”

“Yes, Lycan King.”

The others dispersed, leaving Elliot and me alone in the house.

“Lycan King, you know it’s dangerous to stay here,” Elliot said.

I looked at him, wondering what he would say.

“I completely agree with the viewpoint that you shouldn’t give up on the Silver Moon Tribe, but you shouldn’t stay and take risks with us. You’re the Lycan King, and you shoulder the hopes of the werewolf royal family. If anything happens…” Elliot said hesitantly.

“That’s why I have to stand with you,” I said firmly. “The location of the Silver Moon Tribe is very strategic. This place can’t become an opening for the enemy.” 𝗳𝗿𝐞ℯ𝙬𝗲𝗯n𝗼νel.𝒄𝑜𝘮

“So, what about your mate? Do you want her to stay here or send her to safety?”

I pulled my hair out with a wry smile. Elliot knew me well enough to always be able to talk about the crux of the problem. This was actually what I was hesitant about. I wanted to do my best to keep Margaret safe, but I also didn’t want her to leave me. And judging by her attitude, she didn’t want to leave home.

“It’s safe here now. Let her stay here. But be prepared. If necessary, I’ll send her away immediately.”