Cursed By Fate

Louis returned to his chambers and secluded himself. He instructed his guards not to allow anyone have access to him, not even his mates or concubines.

He gazed in to the abyss as he sat alone on his throne. His jaw was clenched with anger and his eyes red with contempt.

“Does that old man underestimate me just because I did not want to engage in war! And that insolent son of his thinks his disrespect will go unanswered?” He roared. But there was no response as he was alone and been speaking to himself.

“Alfred!” he screamed out so loud his most trusted spy came in running towards him. “Get me a detailed map of the bayou and do not waste any time procuring it. Spend whatever the cost” Louis said.

As per his master’s request, Alfred wasted no time, and returned in less than an hour. He drew forth a large wooden table and cleared away its contents to make room for the map.

He spread it across the table and lit the candles on the four corners to help illuminate its contents. Louis was silent as he studied the map intently, while scheming and smiling to himself.

“Show me where the borders of the Shadow moon pack end” he asked Alfred who had been quietly observing his eyes and watched him in admiration. Alfred pointed towards a specific region on the map and said “Here my lord”

“They outnumber us three to one, have more combat experience and are ruled by an Alpha who has fought and won three epic battles. How exactly are we supposed to win, my lord” Alfred asked hoping his master would share his plans with him.

Louis smiled and then laughed heartily. So much that it echoed and could be heard through-out his huge cabin.

“We’ll divide their forces so their numbers won’t mean anything. But that’s just the beginning. Have you ever heard the phrase the enemy of my enemy is my friend.” Louis asked looking at Alfred in a way that almost made him feel uncomfortable.

“We’ll use the Hunters.” He whispered. “Hunters my lord?” Alfred asked looking even more shocked than before. His curiosity peaked for he was confused as to how.ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

“We already dealt a great blow to them by taking out Jack one of their most senior members. We added salt to their wounds when we also killed his nephew. All we need to do is to make it look like the shadow clan did it. And while they hunt them taking out revenge. We finish off what’s left of their pitiful clan.” Louis concluded. Alfred was astonished.

He could not decide if it was the most brilliant plan as it sounded plausible or despicable as it involved betraying his own kind.

“My lord don’t you think….” Alfred could not complete his statement as he felt the bloodlust emanating from Louis and he knew what would happen if he challenged him.

“I understand your reservations Alfred but you’re either with me or against me on this one.” Louis said as he walked back and took a seat on his throne. “I am with you my lord” Alfred replied in a meek tone.

“Very well then, gather the council of elders and warrior, as well as every eligible wolf who can fight.” Louis commanded.

But as Alfred turned to do as instructed he was halted by the words “And one more thing Alfred, this stays between you and I.” Alfred proceeded to gather the wolves leaving Louis alone again, but for the first time, he had doubts about his loyalty to his master.

The council gathered and were awaiting their Alpha when they began to hear his footsteps approach.

“Good, I have summoned you here to inform you about my plans to invade and take over the Shadow moon pack. I know you have your reservations but if there ever was a time for our pack to expand and grow stronger, this is it. If successful, we will unite our packs under a single leadership and become the strongest pack under the moon.”

He took his seat as he concluded. The silence was deafening, but it was expected after the bomb he had just dropped.

“Are you out of your mind? We made you our Alpha and have stood behind you even through the worst of your escapades, but this is going to be the end of us all and I will not stand by and do nothing.” Elder Marcus said finally breaking the silence.

“I have lived most of my life peacefully and through it we thrived and prosper, that was your father’s vision. And now you want to destroy all of that?” Elder Theodore asked looking at Louis.

“Normally I refrain from speaking, as my voice does not carry the same weight as the others. But when it comes to my survival, that of my children and grandchildren, I will be heard.” Elder Victoria said.

This was truly the first time Louis heard her speak since he ascended the throne. “And you Elder Arthur, nothing to add?” Louis finally said in response to their out bursts.

“I believe nothing I say will change your mind. I’ve known it for a long time. You do what you choose and cannot be convinced otherwise. But in my opinion Louis, this is suicide.” Elder Arthur said with so much disdain in his voice.

“Like I said earlier, I called you to inform you of my decision. Not to debate or argue with old fools like you.” Louis said. “The same old fools, whose council you sought not too long ago?” Elder Theodore asked as he chuckled.

The rest of them turned their heads toward him and cautioned him to not be so reckless, even though they disagreed with Louis. They knew he was ruthless and unapologetic especially in cases such as this.

“You’re all dismissed, except for you Theodore, I would like to hear more of your opinion as it seems, you’re the only one who I can trust to be unfiltered” Louis said bearing a malicious smile