Tamed by His Omega by Marie Medina

Author:Marie Medina [Medina, Marie]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Seven

Early the Next Morning

Ryden felt his mate eyeing him as he finished securing his hair in a braid. He’d noticed Owen doing this all week, and he gave his mate a faint smile. “I’ve been braiding my own hair for years. It’s not as impressive as you think,” he said.

Owen blinked a few times. “I was watching you braid it, but that’s not what I was thinking about.” He gave Ryden a once over. “Shouldn’t you be wearing leather or armor?”

Ryden looked down at the simple, loose-fitting linen clothes he wore. “No. We only wear armor in battle. I want to be able to move freely during the final challenge.”

“Is Harald a skilled fighter?”

“He certainly was years ago. I’m not sure now. He’s twice my age, but that does give him more experience. I’d say overall we’re evenly matched.”

“You’re better with your magic, right?”

“Yes, but we won’t be allowed to use it. An enchantment will be cast over the fighting ground within the arena. Any use of magic will trigger a binding spell.”

“That’s not fair.”

“You’re saying that because I’d have the advantage.”

“Of course I am!” Owen said, his voice cracking on the last word.

Ryden sighed, wishing he could find the right words for what felt like the hundredth time. He crossed the room and drew his mate into his arms. “If I thought I could keep us safe, we’d run away right now. But vengeance is something my clan rarely gives up on.”

Owen shivered and clutched at Ryden. “I wish I could go with you for the first two challenges. I want to know you’re being treated fairly.”

“There are witnesses who can object if a challenge seems impossible. Almost everyone wants it to come down to the final battle, so don’t start worrying they won’t speak up. All challenges are the will of the gods, and the people want the unworthy party eliminated.”

“Killed, you mean.”

“Yes, Owen, but I didn’t want to say it that way.” He kissed Owen’s cheek. “I wish you’d let me help you.”

“I don’t want a spell or a potion. We’ve already discussed this,” Owen said as he laid his head on Ryden’s chest.

A knock came at the door, and they both looked up.

“That’s the Alpha, I’m sure. The king must be here.” Ryden kissed Owen’s other cheek and went to open the door.

Gregor stood there on Owen’s porch, the king and Vadik standing a few feet away. “You’re ready?” Gregor asked.

Ryden nodded and went back to Owen, who hadn’t moved. “Time to go.”

Owen took his hand but didn’t move.

Ryden seized the chance to say, “If you want to stay here, I’m all for it. If—”

Owen cut him off with a shake of his head. “No. I’m going.”

His little mate took the lead and pulled him out of the cabin. Gregor and Asmund looked solemn, while Vadik stared daggers at Ryden as they began walking. Ryden nodded to the other man and said, “I believe we spoke on the phone.”

“We did,” Vadik said in a clipped tone.

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