OUTCAST: THE ALPHA KING’S BELOVED BY BLUE TEARS
CHAPTER 92 DRUGGING AGAIN
Caroline’s POV:
When I woke up, I found myself in Austin’s bed. I pressed my fingers against my aching temple. When did I fall asleep? But at the thought of what had happened the night before, I couldn’t help but turn red as a tomato. How on earth did Austin come up with such a crazy way to make love? Although it was unorthodox, it was f*uc*king cool.
However, I reminded myself that Austin was only suitable as a s*ex partner and nothing more. Anthony was my love. Speaking of Anthony, I needed to return to Larry’s log cabin as soon as possible. If Anthony woke up and I wasn’t there, my plan would be ruined.
My sore body struggled to get out of bed. I picked up my clothes on the floor with shaking hands and slipped them on. Damn it! Austin was not gentle with me all. He ravaged me last night like a hungry wolf.
In order to keep my plan under wraps, I drove to the forest alone. Larry was expecting me and told me that Anthony was still asleep.
I entered the log cabin and saw Anthony sleeping peacefully. “How did it go?” I asked Larry in a low voice.
“I used magic to temporarily seal off some of his memories and sense of smell. He won’t remember anything related to his mate once he wakes up.”
“Why temporarily? Are you saying it’s possible he’ll regain his memories?” I frowned deeply.
“Don’t worry. He won’t remember those things, not without my help.” Larry seemed to be immensely displeased with my doubt. Questioning a wizard’s magic was no compliment, after all.
I tried to think of a way to comfort him. “You’re doing me a huge favor. I won’t forget this. As long as I get what I want, you’ll get what you want.”
Sure enough, his expression softened a little.
“By the way, can I have another bottle of that magic potion?” I asked. I needed to strike while the iron was hot. I had never forgotten that Elizabeth was still in the picture. If she told Anthony something, my plan would be exposed. I couldn’t let this happen.
“This is the last bottle. Use it wisely.” Reluctantly, Larry held out a bottle in front of me.
Just as I was about to take it, he retracted his hand quickly.
I looked at him knowingly and pulled out my wallet. I didn’t even bother to count its contents and gave him everything in my wallet. “I’ll have someone send you the rest later.”
Only then did he give me the magic potion.
With a nod, I picked up the sleeping Anthony and drove him back to the palace. When he was safe in bed, I summoned for a maid to take care of him.
When that was settled, I set off to find Elizabeth.
I knocked on her door. While I was waiting outside her room, I saw a maid approaching. She was carrying a bowl of hot porridge for Elizabeth.
“I’ve got this.” I took the plate from the maid and followed her inside Elizabeth’s room.
While no one was looking, I quickly added a few drops of the magic potion into the porridge.
I kept telling myself that I wasn’t doing anything wrong. Everyone who kept getting in the way of me being with Anthony should be punished.
Elizabeth’s POV:
“Still no news?” I asked the maids who had gone to inquire about Anthony for me.
“No, Mrs. Jones.” They all shook their heads.
Where did my son go? He had been missing for days now, and I couldn’t find him. The war between Anthony and Austin was at its peak right now. Naturally, I was really worried about my son, given how the most powerful man in the kingdom was out to get him.
“What’s on your mind, Mom?” Caroline asked, walking in with a plate of porridge.
“I don’t want to eat.” I had no appetite at all.
I was too consumed with worry. Where was Anthony? What happened to him? Did Austin hurt him?
The more I thought about it, the more I felt that something was wrong. Austin was a lycan who hadn’t hesitated to hurt his own father and his stepmother. I had to look for Anthony myself.
“Mom, what are you doing?” When Caroline saw me struggling to get out of bed, she hurried to my side to stop me.
“I can’t just sit here,” I grunted. “Don’t you know that Anthony’s missing?”
“Don’t worry, he’s at my place,” Caroline said calmly.
“Are you serious?” I was overjoyed. I was really afraid that something bad had happened to my only son.
“Of course, I am. Why would I lie?” Caroline helped me settle back in bed.
“I want to see him.” I grabbed Caroline’s hand and wanted to stand up, but she stopped me once more.
“Mom, your face is as pale as a ghost. If Anthony sees you like this, he’ll be very worried. You’d better eat first.” She brought the porridge to me.
“That makes sense. I was too impatient.” I picked up the bowl of porridge and ate it slowly.
“You also were gone for a while,” I said in between mouthfuls. “What have you been up to lately?
You were supposed to get married. If it weren’t for me and my sickness, you would’ve been married by now. If you want to hold a wedding ceremony, just tell me. I’m sure we can arrange something.”
“Don’t worry about me, Mom. Just take care of yourself. We can talk about this some other time.”
“I’m just concerned about you and Anthony, that’s all. Until you’re both married, I won’t be able to rest in peace.” As I spoke, I suddenly felt sleepy. Maybe it was thanks to my declining health.
“Oh, Mom, don’t worry too much. Just eat the porridge first.” Caroline was watching me eagerly.
I smiled. My daughter had grown up to be caring and gentle. “Okay, okay.” I ate up the porridge happily.
“Who I am today is all thanks to you,” Caroline said with a smile. “You should rest well. I’ll do everything for you.”
But I could barely hear her. My eyelids grew extremely heavy and I couldn’t fight off the sudden sleepiness. It was the first time I had ever experienced something like this.
I vaguely heard someone calling my name, but I was too sleepy to respond. I could do nothing but close my eyes and slowly lose consciousness. Finally, darkness overcame me.