BITTEN BY THE ALPHA: ALPHA ZANE

ZaneMy eyes sweep every inch of the gallery, surveying whether hunters have dared to enter. They wouldn’t risk ruining my night—my werewolves are scattered throughout the territory, ready to tear them apart if they try. Still, I remain cautious. The humans here think I’m nothing more than a renowned artist, head of a top-tier Academy. Fools. My reality is far darker than they could ever comprehend. I am the Grand Alpha, the unchallenged leader of the most powerful wolf clan in the world.Wolf Academy? It’s no ordinary school. It’s a training ground for wolves, a place where they learn to follow my orders. I am feared, and rightfully so. I’m the most dangerous man alive. My senses are sharper, my reflexes faster, my body heals in seconds, and when I attack—it’s brutal. All thanks to Kris, my red-eyed wolf. He’s the deadliest wolf across all clans. I run this city. Yet, the wolf hunters threaten to destroy my clan and end my rule.Augustine, their leader, took my Luna from me. Lina’s b

KatarinaI follow Alpha Zane, my heart racing, unsure if he knows the truth or if he’s about to make his move—right here, right now. His grip on my wrist is firm, not hurting me, but strong enough to remind me that he’s in control. Zane. The man I’ve come to kill. His words keep echoing in my head: I want to taste you. My whole body goes numb. I feel this pull toward him, and I can’t even explain why. There’s something about him—something that makes him irresistible.Focus, Katarina. You have a mission. My Dad’s warning plays in my mind: Hesitate, and you’re dead. Kill him before he kills you.Alpha Zane leads me into a dark, elegant room filled with paintings. It’s beautiful, and my eyes move from one canvas to the next, admiring the depth in each one. They all seem to carry some hidden meaning. I glance at him. His hands are now in his pockets, and I can’t tell what he’s thinking as his cold gaze stays fixed on me.The nervousness creeps back in. Moments ago, it felt like he was smi

KatarinaKatarina… Katarina. I hear my name, but it feels distant, like a faint sound in my mind. My eyes are fixed on the door, where Alpha Zane stood moments ago.“Katarina,” Dad’s harsh voice snaps me out of it. I turn to him, confused. I glance back at the door—Alpha Zane is gone.“What are you looking at?” Dad demands, his face dark with anger. “The Alpha is dead. What you need to focus on is right here, in front of you.”Wait. Didn’t they see him? My gaze shifts between the men. They didn’t see him. They didn’t see what I saw. I could swear Alpha Zane was right there. I glance at the door again—nothing. Did I imagine him? But it felt so real, like he was actually here. He’s messing with my mind, somehow. Get a hold of yourself, Katarina.I look back at the men, my heart beating. They’re all waiting for me to say yes, for me to accept Francis’s proposal. But I can’t. I didn’t kill the Alpha. Francis’s proposal couldn’t have come at a worse time.“There’s something you should know

KatarinaLuckily, I’m just in time to reach Dad as he’s about to drive out. I quickly jump into the passenger seat, and he speeds off. I look at him—he’s so angry, disappointed, and frustrated. None of his efforts have taken down the Alpha so far. I glance back at my phone. “Dad, there’s still time. You can still change your mind,” I say.“Be quiet, Katarina,” he snaps harshly.“Dad, can’t you see this is what he wants? This is why he mocked me—so I’d be the bait to lure you to him, and you’re giving him exactly what he wants. If you go there, he’ll kill you. He’ll kill us,” I plead, trying to make him understand.But he’s too far gone. His anger is overwhelming, and his hatred for wolves burns stronger than ever. He’s not listening.“Shut your mouth, Katarina,” he says, even harsher this time. “I’m ending this today. That damn Alpha will never take what’s mine. He’ll never take from me again. I won’t let it happen.”I go silent, tapping my fingers on my lap, and slowly begin to under

ZaneMy wolves growl, and I catch the panic in her face as her eyes dart around, trying to trace the sounds. But they’re everywhere, hidden in the woods. Her gaze returns to me.“I don’t want to be here,” she says, starting to walk away from me.“Katarina!” I bark. “Never walk away from me,” I growl low, and her blue eyes lock onto mine—filled with fear. As the howls continue, she panics, looking around again, trying to trace the sound. Then, she turns back to me.“I want to go home,” she says. “Please,” she begs.Fine. I admit it. It’s too dangerous for her to stay any longer, not with my wolves out and on the hunt.“Let’s go then,” I say, my dark gaze pinning her in place.“What?” She looks at me, shocked.“I’m taking you home,” I reply coldly.“No, you can’t. I want to go alone.”“Why?” I bite back. “It’s not safe for you to go home all by yourself,” I say, my tone still cold.She scoffs, chuckling bitterly. “Safe? You care about my safety?” She points at me. “Since when do you car