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The Kept Lover Turns Out to Be the Wolf King

The Kept Lover Turns Out to Be the Wolf King

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last updateLast Updated : 2025-11-28
By:  Luna VesperOngoing
Language: English
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Werewolf

Girl Power

Fast-Paced Plot

Heir/Heirness

Alpha

Badgirl

Reject

Runaway Bride/Groom

Secret Love

What do you do when your damn husband and best friend betray you at your own wedding? Lila throws the ceremony solo, then promptly takes a young college student as her lover. Who says only men can have playthings? What happens when that same husband crawls back, vying for the top spot in the werewolf hierarchy just as Lila’s about to claim it? She kicks her lover to the curb without a second thought and dives headfirst into a ruthless battle against her wretched ex, certain victory is hers. That’s Lila. But as she claws closer to triumph in the Moon Trial, something unthinkable unravels. The college student she once kept as her lover? He’s none other than the Wolf King, ruler of the fifteen werewolf tribes across the nation—and the only son of the current king, poised to inherit the throne. For the first time, a flicker of panic cracks Lila’s iron resolve. She’s in deep—she might have crossed the wrong man.

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1: A Dangerous Farewell

"Yara, Mr. Cromwell needs this proposal ASAP. Sorry to bug you, but finish it before you head out."

Molly Leach, Derrick's assistant, dropped a fat stack of papers on my desk, all chipper like we were besties.

I took them. "Got it."

She wasn't done. Still smiling, she threw in, "Mr. Cromwell and I have a client meeting later. Just leave the docs on his desk. Oh—and tidy up his office before you go."

Then she strutted off like she owned the floor, heels clicking, mood sky-high.

Around me, the office fell quiet. My coworkers shot me that awkward look—half pity, half helpless.

Everyone knew Derrick Cromwell, CEO of Vantrel Corp, was my fiancé. Everyone also knew he blatantly played favorites, and Molly was his number one.

He'd yanked her from another firm, made her director, then handed her a million-dollar project I'd busted two months bringing in and prepping.

When I pushed back, he called a team vote, thinking everyone would back him.

Wrong. The whole team voted for me—except him. Molly got one vote. His.

He lost it. Accused me of stirring up cliques. Didn't just take the project away—he demoted me in front of everyone and slashed the salaries of the people who'd backed me.

Nobody dared speak up.

Later, he apologized. Said didn't want it to look like favoritism. Claimed Molly might feel left out.

I used to believe that crap. Now? It's a joke.

Molly couldn't even keep up with our interns.

'Didn't want it to look like favoritism'? Please. He was straight-up playing favorites. Everyone saw it but him.

I heard footsteps upstairs and looked up. Derrick.

He showed up at the stairwell, glanced my way, then walked out without saying a word. Changed into some casual suit. Even from here, I caught that cedar cologne.

He never used to wear cologne. That one? Molly's gift.

Yeah, he knew exactly what he was doing.

He'd been pulling this kind of stuff for years.

It started after I found their goodnight texts. Couldn't stay quiet—I confronted him.

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35 Chapters
Chapter 1: A Dangerous Farewell
The soft hum of piano notes drifted through the upscale restaurant, mingling with the muffled tread of servers’ footsteps on plush carpet and the delicate clink of cutlery kissing porcelain. Everything exuded refinement and calm—a stark contrast to the chaotic, crowded streets thirty-two floors below.But beneath the serene surface, a current of tension pulsed.“Are you unwell? What’s with that look?”Beneath the pristine white tablecloth, I lounged with an air of nonchalance, one leg crossed, the pointed tip of my stiletto grazing the sensitive, complex terrain of the man’s tailored trousers. As a server approached with our dishes, I fixed him with my most innocent gaze, voice dripping with faux concern.“Is this why you dragged me out to dinner? To toy with me?”His voice, thick with restrained desire, was low and intoxicating, a husky edge laced with seductive allure. It was one of the things I liked about him.“Of course not.” I arched a brow, my hand sliding over his tightly clen
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Chapter 2: Claws of Confrontation
My stilettos hadn’t even grazed the marble steps leading to the grand entrance when the butler, with a deferential bow, swung the heavy oak doors wide, ushering me into the opulent embrace of the Voss estate.Since Damian’s betrayal, I’d completed our wedding alone and moved into the sprawling manor with his parents, as would’ve been expected had our marriage not imploded. Margaret and Victor, Damian’s mother and father, had enveloped me in respect and tenderness. Not only did they treat me as their son’s wife, but their guilt over Damian’s actions spurred them to embrace me as a daughter. Their warmth had been my anchor in the storm of his absence.Through the open doorway, I glimpsed Damian’s bowed silhouette, but it was Margaret’s sharp rebuke, slicing through her usual warm laughter, that reached me first. “You vanish for a year, not a word to your wife, Lila, nor a shred of duty as Alpha to this pack. And now you slink back—do you think you deserve anyone’s respect?”“I was wrong
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Chapter 3: Tangled Bonds and Hidden Toys
Damian didn’t storm out after our clash, though the fire in his eyes screamed he wanted to. Victor and Margaret, however, were relentless, their resolve to mend our fractured marriage as unyielding as iron. They’d stationed a small army of guards around the estate to block his escape—some even brothers-in-arms who’d trained alongside him since they were cubs.After countless failed attempts to break free, Damian stormed back to his old room in a fury—the same room I’d occupied alone since our wedding. Victor and Margaret, in their meddling brilliance, had the butler lock every other door in the manor, forcing us to share this gilded cage for the night.Seething, Damian snatched his phone and retreated to the balcony, putting as much distance between us as the sprawling suite allowed. He dialed old allies, his voice a hushed growl as he probed for any scrap of intel on the Moon Trial.I had no intention of eavesdropping, but his low murmurs carried enough for me to catch fragments—keyw
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Chapter 4: Masquerade of Motives
As I emerged from the bathroom, Damian had already ended his call with Isabelle, slinking back into the bedroom. Whether he’d overheard my phone conversation or caught the stifled moans I couldn’t quite suppress in the bathroom, I didn’t care. To me, he was no different from a slab of meat—tainted goods, discarded by my former friend.But Damian clearly didn’t share my indifference. His eyes narrowed, raking over me with a sneer curling his lips. “Who were you talking to?”“Not just you get to keep lovers.” His question didn’t faze me. I sauntered to the vanity, patting serums onto my face with deliberate nonchalance. Still sticky from the rush of ecstasy, I’d scrubbed myself clean in the shower.“You, my *wife*, dared to take a lover?” His voice rose, thick with incredulity, brows knitting in outrage.A laugh tugged at my lips—his hypocrisy was almost comical. Had a single year erased his memory of abandoning me, his bride, for my best friend at our own wedding? Mirroring his tone, I
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Chapter 5: Shadows of Envy
Isabelle, blissfully unaware, had committed a grievous faux pas in the gilded arena of high society.As her former friend, I could read every flicker of her expression. She was basking in smug pride, opening her gift box with a flourish, eager to dazzle Clara with her offering.“Luna, this is from me and my husband, Damian—a painting by L. Quill, the latest sensation. Collectors are already offering fifty million for it.”L. Quill, a prodigy who’d burst onto the scene in recent years, painted landscapes that captivated the art world. His works weren’t just visually stunning; they enveloped viewers in the scenes—breezes rustling, rain pattering, cicadas humming—as if stepping into the canvas itself. His paintings were near impossible to acquire, each one a treasure.“Thank you,” Clara said, her smile polite as she studied the artwork before gesturing to her butler to stow it away.But Isabelle wasn’t content with a mere acknowledgment. She pressed on, her voice brimming with self-impor
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Chapter 6: A Priceless Connection
Unlike Damian, though Isabelle was also watching my every move, she was focused on what I would present to Clara.“Lila isn’t so impressive after all,” Isabelle sneered, her mouth twisting scornfully as the item in my box was revealed. “Treating the Wolf King’s Luna’s birthday gala like a high school graduation ceremony? A photo album for Clara? It’s truly shameful.”Isabelle’s voice grew louder, as if she wished every corner of the ballroom could hear her, ensuring everyone witnessed my embarrassment.Every gift Clara received was priceless; even the L. Quill painting she and Damian had so meticulously chosen didn’t earn them more than a polite acknowledgement.A worn-out photo album as a gift for the Luna? By what right?Isabelle folded her arms, a smug smile plastered on her face, waiting for Clara to dismiss me in disgust.But everything unfolded contrary to her expectations.Clara took the album from the box, her expression starting with the same polite smile. However, as she ope
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Chapter 7: The Hunter and the Prey
The girls surrounding me, though disappointed by my evasive answer, didn't blame me. They thanked me politely, their faces falling slightly, before the group dispersed, returning to their seats with renewed, if slightly competitive, chatter.Anna, sensing that I didn't quite grasp their obsession with courting Lucas, offered a final explanation before leaving.“We genuinely like Lucas, but it’s not just his title. It’s because Lucas possesses the most handsome, mesmerizing face and aura. We simply cannot find another man in this country who can compare to him.”A slight laugh escaped me.I now completely understood the girls’ fervor.After all, I too, appreciate a good-looking man.When I first walked into that bar and singled out the man I would keep as my lover, wasn't it precisely because of his striking looks and charm?Now that I thought about it, I realized I hadn't encountered another man who could rival my former lover's appearance.I wondered who was more impressive: Lucas, o
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Chapter 8: The Prince's Hostility
By the time Damian had managed to soothe Isabelle and feign ignorance of his earlier embarrassment during the gift-giving, the banquet was already underway.He had missed the grand entrance of Gabriel and Lucas, and he was secretly furious.He quickly snatched a cocktail from a passing server's tray and began searching for me.At this hour, guests were circulating across the hall's expensive marble floors, driven by various motives: seeking favors, establishing new connections, maintaining social ties, or discreetly passing on information—all seeking the person they needed to socialize with.It took Damian some effort to find me. I was standing alone in a secluded corner by the dessert station, looking pale and panicked, completely unnerved, as if I had suffered a massive blow. The face that had been so bright and captivating this morning, capable of infuriating others with its confidence, was now colorless and distraught.Glass after glass of wine was being relentlessly poured down m
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Chapter 9: The Price of a Drink
In an instant, every eye in the room was fixed on me.My body instantly tensed.I hadn't expected this man to publicly challenge me in such a setting.Faster than the curious, scrutinizing looks of the onlookers came Damian’s furious interrogation.Damian immediately spun around to face me, jaw clenched, his eyes cold. "Lila, you better explain yourself. What is the meaning of this? Why has the entire Thornridge Pack been compromised because of you?"Even as he questioned me, Damian’s heart was in turmoil.He was born in the Thornridge Pack and knew everything that had ever happened—except for the year he was gone with Isabelle. That year of absence meant he’d lost control of the pack, and even now, back in Thornridge, he hadn't fully regained his authority.Had Lila and Lucas met, and had something transpired between them, in the year he was gone?My nails dug into my palm, then relaxed, as I quickly composed myself. I curved my lips into the most natural, captivating smile I could m
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Chapter 10: The Princess's Rescue
The brief interlude was over.Some guests were initially concerned that Prince Lucas had left with a grim expression, perhaps annoyed. But less than two minutes later, Prince Lucas sent an order to the butler to bring out the royal family's treasured collection of fine wine to entertain the guests, urging everyone to enjoy the celebration of Clara's birthday to the fullest. Werewolf emotions are often fleeting; with the Royal Family offering fine wine for everyone to enjoy freely, no one was going to worry about any remaining tension.Besides, the precious wines from the Royal Cellar were not something one could drink anytime.In the past, a wine-loving Alpha had even requested the Royal Family's vintage wines as a special reward from the Wolf King simply because they were extraordinarily delicious.Thus, the banquet was instantly filled with merriment.Though Damian was initially angered by Lucas's pointed questioning, his shallow mind ceased to worry about the incident after I succe
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