Chapter 138. Purgatory

Harvey's words made me shudder, understanding his reluctance to yield his complete devotion to the goddess.

“Alpha, please… Let this go.” Before finishing and protesting, the goddess descended from the stone, falling to the ground in her lupine form.

“Excellent, King Lycan.” In a smooth motion toward the stone, she opened a crack to the underworld, where desperate cries became more intense. “Remember, Alpha, to exit, you must pass through the houses of sin with your soul before leaving. Time in there is different from this plane, and if there is any threat of imbalance or escape of creatures, I will not hesitate to seal you in purgatory.”

He nodded, walking towards the entrance. I ran, stopping in front of him.

“Alpha, don't do this!” I growled threateningly. “We can find another way.”

“Humans, all desires have consequences. Learn to deal with yours.” Roaring, he passed by me, brushing his fur against my body and stopping. “I keep my word; I will bring