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Alpha of Gods

Harmony Moon Series Book 3

A Steamy Werewolf / Dragon / Hybrid Romance Novel

Ms. Sophia

Chapter 1: Who is He?

Ryder

My pulse was racing, my breathing was rapid, but I could do this all day. Nothing is a challenge for me anymore. I ducked as a fist aiming for my face barely grazed the side of my head. That’s only because I am becoming bored with all of this, he wouldn’t have touched me otherwise.

“Ryder, get your head in the game. Luca has almost landed a blow to your face twice now!” My dad shouted over the growing crowd.

I glowered at my father but decided to get a little more serious so he would back off. I caught Basil’s kick, spinning him in a way that caused him to land hard on his back. I turned fast before Luca could catch me with my back facing him. I trained my eyes on him. Luca attempted to land a right elbow strike then an uppercut. He moved quickly, and with ease, reflecting the skill of a trained killer. I could see the determination on his face as he hoped to successfully knock me out. It would be his first time. His attempt was unproductive. I positioned myself for a double leg takedown, then made my move. Once he was on the ground, I straddled him. Luca never had a chance as I finished him, delivering a jab to the neck that momentarily constricted blood flow effectively causing him to black out.

“It’s all you now, Basil.” Cam, my dad’s second in command yelled.

He was trying to pump Basil up so he would keep fighting. Cam was feeding him encouraging words which will ultimately end with him lying next to Luca. Deciding to get this training session over with, I approached an exhausted Basil. He held up his hands in submission.

“Sorry, I can’t continue. I’m beat, my entire body is aching.”

All my attention was on Basil when out of the corner of my eye, I caught a glimpse of a blue fist of fire headed straight toward my face.

“Damn it, Dad!”

I blocked his fist with my forearm, then landed my own blow to his ribs. I quickly followed up with a kick to his head, sending him tumbling to the ground. I didn’t knock my dad out, and I wasn’t trying to. He is a strong fighter. One of the only trainers that could get a hit on me. The other one being my mom. That woman can fight, and she doesn't pull any punches just because I am her son. My Mother is the first born Lycan. She was born from the Harmony Moon pack and is expected to take over the pack in the upcoming days. She is the next alpha in line to lead them. Additionally, all other alphas will rank beneath her as their Lycan Queen. There is no lack of power or skill when it comes to my mother. I can’t fight her though. I use only offensive moves to deflect her attacks on me. I can’t stand the thought of hurting her.

“Well King Brax, it looks like this session is over.” Cam announced. He walked over and took my father’s hand, helping him up off the ground. Cam took a deep breath and placed both hands on his hips. “There’s no one left in this entire kingdom that can defeat him, Brax.” Cam said in a low tone. “We could double up on the number of opponents at one time, but I don’t think that would benefit him in any way. The last time we placed ten opponents against Ryder, the match was over in less than three minutes. Not one of them could land even a single blow. Some of them were graduated guards who finished their training years ago, and Ryder took them down without killing them.” Cam shook his head, not knowing what else to do. “Besides, if he can take down the king of the dragons, there is no hope in finding any other being to face him. Not one that could win anyway.” Cam pursed his lips.

“I was going easy on him. He is my son after all.” My father spoke with a hint of amusement on his face.

Luca groaned as he got to his feet. He finally woke up from his nap.

“Pardon my French King, but you're a damn liar.” Luca held his head.

I am sure he had a headache after his brain went a moment without blood flow. My father laughed at Luca and smacked him on the back.

“How would you know? You were asleep.” My father teased him. “Ahh… You’re right, I never go easy on Ryder. It doesn't help him any if the training sessions are not a challenge. I can say that my son has exceeded my every expectation. I don’t want to get complacent though, Ryder. That’s the biggest mistake you can make. Never underestimate your opponent, remember that.”

My father looked at me with pride in his eyes.