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20: A Wolf in Another’s Skin
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Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 21: A Luna in Chains, an Alpha in Judgment
"I—"Lena barely got a word out before Lydia seized her arm.She stepped in front of her protectively, shielding her from the accusing eyes of the crowd.Her sharp gaze locked onto the maid, burning with righteous fury."What did you do to her?" Lydia demanded, her voice laced with outrage."I knew you’d be disrespectful as always!"Kara Voss let out a bitter laugh.Her hands clenched at her sides, trembling with barely restrained fury."Disrespectful?" she echoed, her voice shaking."I have endured her cruelty for years!"Emotion thickened her tone as her breathing grew uneven."I have been insulted, humiliated, and treated like dirt beneath her feet."Her voice cracked with raw emotion.She glared at Lydia with red-rimmed eyes."But today..." The words caught in her throat before she forced them out."I refuse to be silent any longer!"Gasps rippled through the gathered crowd.A good tragedienne indeed.She was clever. Every word she spoke was her truth, yet now, twisted against Len
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Alpha Darius stood unmoved, his mismatched eyes—one as cold as winter, the other burning like embers—locked onto High Lord Rhovan. His presence alone silenced the crowd.He took a slow step forward. The faint sound of his boots against the marble floor was the only noise in the vast space.“I will do nothing,” he repeated. His voice was calm, but laced with authority.A murmur rippled through the gathered Alphas. Some shifted uncomfortably. Others clenched their fists, bristling at his defiance.Alpha Valren sneered. “So, the infamous Shadow Fang Alpha finally graces us with his presence.”His voice dripped with mockery. “Tell me, Darius, was it cowardice or arrogance that kept you away?”Darius didn’t even spare him a glance.Instead, he walked past them all, stopping only when he stood directly in front of High Lord Rhovan. The tension was a coiled snake, waiting to strike.“You would cast my pack into exile?” Darius asked, tilting his head slightly. “For what, exactly?”Rhovan’s ja
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Ethan’s lips moved hungrily against hers, his body pressing her firmly against the wall. His warmth surrounded her, drawing her in deeper.Then suddenly, Lena broke away, shoving him back with surprising force. Ethan stumbled, his eyes wide with confusion.Lena clutched her head, a sharp cry escaping her lips. The pain was unbearable, like her insides were being torn apart.“Lena?” Ethan’s voice was alarmed. “What’s wrong?”She couldn’t answer. The searing agony left her breathless, her vision blurring.Footsteps sounded outside. Heavy. Purposeful. Drawing closer.“I’m sorry,” Ethan muttered. “I have to go.”Without another word, he turned and bolted for the window. In one swift motion, he was gone, vanishing into the night just as the footsteps reached her door.The door burst open, and Darius stormed in, his gaze locking onto Lena.She was slumped against the wall, her face pale, one hand still clutching her head. Her breathing was shallow, her fingers trembling.He took a step forw
Last Updated : 2025-04-12Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 24: Secrets, Lies, and Desperate Ties
When the Alpha ordered Beta Cedric to escort the humans to the eastern lands for safety, he hadn’t given much thought to the slaves. But Lena had convinced her maid, Milicent, to join them.Now, with their task complete, it was time to return.Milicent stood near the carriage with the other maids, chatting in low tones. She was painfully aware of the Beta’s gaze burning into her back. Desperate to ignore it, she forced a laugh louder than intended and cringed at her own awkwardness.The Beta didn’t say a word. He just watched her, the way she glanced away shyly whenever their eyes met.He scoffed under his breath, leaning lazily against a pillar.“How’s the Luna treating you?” one of the girls asked.Milicent had expected that. Everyone seemed eager to pry, hungry for gossip about Kara Voss.“Well,” Milicent began with a smile, “I’d say she’s the kindest soul I’ve ever met.”The girls blinked, surprised.“Do you think the Luna isn’t who they say she is?” another maid whispered.Cedric
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A century agoThe wind howled outside, clawing at the walls like a restless beast.He stood near the window, his gaze fixed on the darkened sky.The storm mirrored the turmoil brewing inside him.His chest tightened as footsteps sounded behind him.Soft, hesitant steps that belonged to only one person."You're late," he said without turning.His voice was low, strained.“I wasn’t sure if I should come,” Antara whispered.At the sound of her voice, he finally faced her.Her golden hair spilled over her shoulders.Her blue eyes, once so warm, barely met his.“You shouldn’t have come at all,” he said bitterly.“Unless you’ve changed your mind.”She swallowed hard, her fingers curling into the fabric of her gown.“I haven’t.”It felt like the air had been knocked from his lungs.“Don’t do this,” he said quietly.“Please, Tara...”Her eyes closed at the sound of her name on his lips.When she opened them again, her gaze was firm.“I’m sorry,” she said.“I’ve made my choice.”“You’re choosi
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Lena dropped to her knees, calling Milicent’s name, but she was unresponsive.“Cedric,” Alpha Darius called amid the chaos.Cedric appeared beside him, sharp and attentive.“Take the slave out,” Darius ordered.“Yes, Alpha.” Cedric bowed, then bent down and scooped Milicent into his arms. He carried her in a bridal hold, his gaze lingering on her face as he walked out.Once they were outside, beneath the shade of a tree, Milicent’s eyes fluttered open. She blinked groggily, only to find Cedric staring at her with an amused smile.She squeezed her eyes shut again.“Please... let me down,” she whined, her voice barely above a whisper.Cedric didn’t answer. His smile widened.“Please, Beta Cedric,” she pleaded. “I’m sorry for what I said. I didn’t mean any of it.”“But you still said it,” Cedric mused, his tone light yet firm. “And the Alpha heard every word.”He paused deliberately, as though savoring the tension.“What do you think he should do to you?” His voice dipped lower. “Tear yo
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"You were right, she's not Kara Voss," Alpha Darius said as he walked into his office, his beta trailing behind."I told you," Cedric replied.Darius sank into his chair, dragging a hand down his face. "But what I don't understand is why she's hiding the truth. What's stopping her? Trade goods or freedom?""Likely."He scoffed. "And she thought this was the best place to find freedom?"Cedric stepped further into the room, a faint smile tugging at his lips. "I don’t think so. Remember? She tried to escape when she first arrived. Doesn't seem like someone seeking freedom."Silence lingered between them.Then, flashes of Lena coughing up blood flickered through Darius’s mind. The way she'd tried to speak but ended up choking on her own words."A-ha!" His hand slammed on the desk. "They're clever. Very clever. Lydia Voss planted her slave here in place of her daughter and had a witch cast a spell to keep her from speaking the truth. That’s why she can’t talk. She's bound by magic."Cedri
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The scent that hit Vargr the moment she joined him made his heart leap with unexpected joy.But he kept his expression neutral."Finally, I get to see you," she said, her voice soft and almost heavenly."Hmm-mm." He arched a brow. "Have you been looking for me?"She stepped closer and sat down on the stone beside him.Picking up a pebble, she asked, "It seems you don't come out often.""What's the use of being a secret advisor if I make myself known to the pack?"When she glanced up at him, his face was far too close — mere inches from hers.Her breath caught.Those eyes.They were... beautiful."You're undeniably close, secret advisor," she muttered.He chuckled, leaning back with a smile tugging at his lips. "You can call me Vargr."She shrugged and tossed a stone into the water below."Why were you trying to see me?" he asked. "Is there something I can help you with?""I was curious." She tossed another pebble."Curious about what?""I wanted to know what the Alpha thought about th
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Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 45: The Gathering Storm
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Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 43: When Thrones Crumble and Vows Shatter
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Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 42: Brief Awakening of the Marked One"
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Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 41: "When Screams Fade into Silence: A Cry for Help That Never Came"
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Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 40: The Luna They Sought, The Sacrifice She Made
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Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 39: "The Prophecy of Blood and Doom"
Later that evening. The village gathered around a roaring bonfire. Sparks danced into the night sky, carried by the crisp breeze. Children giggled as they chased each other, their faces glowing in the firelight. Lena sat close to the fire, her gaze fixed on the old man at its center. He stood with a wooden staff in hand, his voice carrying over the crowd."Love," the old man began, "is not born from words or promises alone. It thrives in patience, in sacrifice... in choosing to stay when walking away feels easier."The crowd murmured in agreement. Some couples linked hands, others exchanged quiet smiles."Respect," the man continued, "isn’t just listening when it’s easy. It’s understanding when words won’t come, and choosing kindness when anger tempts you otherwise."Lena shifted closer to the fire. Memories stirred—her mother’s laugh, her gentle hand resting on her shoulder. She remembered her village before the raids, before slavery, before her life had been stolen from her. The
Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 38: Bonds Tested, Trust Betrayed
Vargr followed Lena down the narrow forest path.After a short trek, they reached a clearing where a grand carriage stood waiting. Two powerful black horses stood hitched to it, their breath misting the cool night air.A cloaked figure leaned against the carriage, hand on the hilt of a sheathed sword. At the sight of Lena, he straightened.“You’re late,” the man said, his voice sharp yet familiar.Vargr’s eyes narrowed. The man’s face was hidden beneath his hood, but the smug stance — and the hint of a smirk — put Vargr on edge.“Who’s this?” Vargr asked, stepping protectively beside Lena.She ignored him, pulling open the carriage door. “We need to leave. The guards will notice I'm gone soon.”“You didn’t answer my question,” Vargr pressed.The cloaked man chuckled. “Relax.” He pushed back his hood, revealing sharp features and dark hair. “Name’s Jaime.”“Friend of mine,” Lena said. “He’s helping us.”“Helping us do what?” Vargr shot back.“Get away,” Jaime answered. “Unless you’d ra
Surrogate Bride To The Alpha Stand-in 37: The Alpha's Hidden Bloodline
A cloaked figure stopped at the brothel nestled near the park's edge, its dim lanterns flickering in the evening gloom. She watched as a servant hurried toward her."Is my husband inside?" she demanded."Yes, Luna. But—"Before the servant could finish, Kara was already striding past him, her heels striking hard against the cobblestone path.The air inside was thick with sweat, wine, and sin. Women draped themselves over men in shadowed corners, their garments slipping indecently low. Soft moans and drunken laughter filled the room. Kara’s stomach churned, but she pressed on.At the end of the hall, she reached a curtained chamber where Alpha Ethan's guard stood, his face blanching when he saw her."My lady," the guard stammered, stepping aside.Kara ignored him, seized the curtain, and yanked it aside.The sight hit her like a slap.Her husband lay sprawled on the bed, tangled between three half-naked women. One lay draped across his chest, her lips trailing down his neck. Another kn
