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The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the "Phoenix" project was held on a platform overlooking the newly revitalized Northern Grid.

Members of different packs came to witness the graceful occasion.

There was also the resonant vibration of the sub-stations firing up—a sound that, for the first time in Irongard’s history, felt like a heartbeat rather than a struggle.

More hands clapped at the inauguration, singing Nadia’s praises.

That in a way made her feel a sense of accomplishment.

Nadia stood behin
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    Months later…Silvercrest had been rebuilt.The massive estate stood proudly beneath the evening sky, fully rebuilt in white stone and silver. Fountains flowed peacefully through the courtyard while rows of silver roses lined the restored pathways leading toward the palace entrance.The Silvercrest crest flew high above the estate towers once more.George Williams’ statue stood proudly at the center of the estate gardens, carved in silver marble with one hand resting over his heart as though still watching over his kingdom.Inside the grand entrance hall, his portrait hung once again above the royal staircase.Thousands of citizens filled the estate grounds beneath massive ceremonial banners representing the Bradley Pack, Silvercrest Pack, and Northsmith Kingdom.Music echoed beautifully across the territory while council elders, Alphas, executives, warriors, and citizens gathered for the coronation ceremony.Inside the royal chambers, Nadia stood silently before the massive mirror wh

  • Alpha Conrad: Claiming The Wrong Bride   149

    The Council Hall had not seen this much tension in years.Rows of powerful Alphas, council elders, executives, and territorial representatives filled the massive chamber beneath the silver banners of the North. Murmurs spread quietly through the room while reporters waited outside the sealed doors hoping for updates.Everyone expected today to be simple.A formal announcement.A public reconciliation.Nadia Williams returning quietly to stand beside Conrad Bradley as Luna.Nothing more.But the moment Nadia entered the chamber, Valentine immediately realized those people had made a terrible mistake.Gold silk wrapped elegantly around her body while the restored Silvercrest crest rested proudly against her chest. Conrad walked beside her, but even he remained slightly behind her intentionally.That alone unsettled the elders.Nadia was not following him.They reached the center of the chamber together.Conrad pulled out the chair beside his own at the head council table.Nadia looked a

  • Alpha Conrad: Claiming The Wrong Bride   148

    Late at night, the soft glow of the bathroom light spilled across the bedroom floor as Nadia stood before the mirror, her damp hair cascading down her shoulders. She ran the comb through the long strands slowly. The door creaked open and she saw Conrad's reflection before she heard his voice."Nadia," he whispered, his voice cracking. "Please. I cannot hold it in any longer. Let me make love to you. I beg you."She turned slowly, the comb still in her hand, and her heart ached at the sight of him so undone. She put a finger to her lips. "Shhh," she said softly. "I was going to come to you tonight."He stepped closer, his hands trembling as he reached for her but stopped short. "Every second of every day, my desire for you goes wild. I cannot think, I cannot breathe, I cannot focus on anything except the memory of your body against mine."Nadia set the comb down on the vanity and faced him fully, her nightie clinging to her curves. "Conrad...""I have loved you far longer than you real

  • Alpha Conrad: Claiming The Wrong Bride   147

    Three days after the wedding disaster, the massive gates of Bradley territory opened slowly while rows of warriors lined both sides of the entrance dressed in ceremonial black and silver armor.Citizens gathered outside the palace roads watching excitedly as a long motorcade approached from the Northsmith Kingdom.“The Northsmith Alpha is here!”“That’s Alpha Kesta!”“I heard he saved Nadia Williams!”Excited murmurs spread rapidly through the crowd.The vehicles finally stopped before the Bradley estate.Then Alpha Kesta stepped out.His dark ceremonial coat carried the Northsmith crest proudly over one shoulder while several elite warriors followed closely behind him.Unlike before, he was not arriving in secrecy.Today he arrived as an honored ally.At the top of the palace stairs, Conrad stood waiting beside Nadia.Conrad Junior rested peacefully in Nadia’s arms while Valentine and Nancy stood nearby.The second Kesta’s eyes landed on Nadia and the child alive and safe beside Conr

  • Alpha Conrad: Claiming The Wrong Bride   146

    Bradley Headquarters had never seen a crowd this large before.Thousands gathered outside the massive building despite the heavy morning downpour. News drones hovered across the sky while giant screens broadcast the emergency press conference live.The entire kingdom stood still waiting for answers.Inside the conference hall, tension filled the air.Council elders sat in the front rows dressed in ceremonial black robes while executives, reporters, and neighboring pack representatives whispered nervously among themselves.At exactly noon, the massive doors opened.Silence fell instantly.Conrad walked in first.But this time something about him looked different.Beside him walked Nadia.Dressed in simple elegant gold silk that shimmered beneath the lights while Conrad Junior rested peacefully in her arms.Gasps echoed softly through the hall.Some people looked emotional seeing her alive.Others looked guilty.Ashamed.Because months ago this same kingdom mourned her while secretly be

  • Alpha Conrad: Claiming The Wrong Bride   145

    The Bradley mansion had never felt this quiet before.Soft firelight flickered across the dining hall while rain tapped gently against the tall windows overlooking Irongard. Most of the staff had been dismissed for the night under Conrad’s orders.Nadia sat quietly at the long dining table wearing one of Conrad’s dark sweaters over fresh bandages. Her damp hair rested loosely around her shoulders while Conrad Junior slept peacefully inside a bassinet near the fireplace.Conrad sat across from her.Silent.His untouched glass of wine rested beside his hand while his eyes remained fixed on Nadia almost painfully.The silence between them was not awkward.It was emotional.Conrad finally lowered his gaze first.“I keep looking at you because I’m afraid this is another hallucination.”Nadia’s chest tightened instantly.“You hallucinated me?”A weak laugh escaped him.“For a while you know.”He rubbed his jaw tiredly.“I saw you everywhere.”His voice dropped lower.“In the office.”“In my

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    The morning came with blessed warmth. It had rained the night before, so the sunshine was best to keep everywhere dry, the light filtered through the thin, yellowed curtains catching the dusts, Nadia decided it was time to change them as pulled her blazer over her shoulders. She was reaching for he

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    Nadia pushed through the front door, the iron lock clicking shut behind her with a finality that usually brought relief.Tonight, however, her skin felt electric shocks shooting through her, still beaming from the proximity of the Alpha King.It reminded her of the passionate night they had spent t

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    Nadia was the last to step out of the boardroom with Nancy following behind her, her stride long and purposeful. Adrenaline from the confrontation still buzzed in her fingertips. Nancy was practically jogging to keep up, her heels clicking a frantic staccato on the floor."Ms. Williams, that was—wo

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    Nadia scrambled to secure her blazer, her mind racing. She had woken up late. The board meeting was only thirty minutes away. She grabbed her bag, her fingers fumbling with the strap."Nadia, sit down," Estelle commanded from the kitchen, her voice brooking no argument."Mom, I can’t. I’m already l

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