“Right?” Rebecca’s voice pulled me out of my thoughts. “People like us get it so easy, the minority might say. But the truth is that we don’t. I mean, power, wealth, and status are easy for us to come by. But love, that’s the real gem.” She flashed me a warm smile before taking more sips of her champagne. “That’s the precious jewel that sometimes never even comes for some of us,” She added. I did not know what to say. Maybe the truth would be better? Like, telling her that I am not like her or the others under this grand roof. I’m an omega. I’m what people in her class would call a low-class slump. “Well, Rebecca, I think everyone has their struggles, regardless of their status,” I began cautiously. “Love, like any other treasure, can be elusive for anyone. It’s really not solely about power, wealth, or status. It’s deeper, way deeper.” The woman nodded thoughtfully, her gaze lingering on mine. “You know…you’re even better than I thought. You’re not all beauty, and that is quite…r

Zach sighed, his shoulders slumping. “Fine, but I’m taking Rue with me.” He stood to his feet, gesturing for me to do the same. I hesitated, not wanting any more drama, but what choice did I have? I stood up, and followed Cassie and the Alpha through the corridor, past the room where the ball was held. Once they came to a stop, I did the same too. Two guards stood at the door, they opened it once they were aware that we desired to go into the room. As we walked in, I could already sense the tension. The first voice that I heard was all too familiar, it was that of Elder Robert. “Zackery Blackwood!” Zach had a bored look on his face as he gave the older guy a nod. “What’s the matter?”“What’s the matter? You are so…you are so stupid!” The Elder expressed himself, waving his arms around in frustration. “Are you secretly working with the Dark Crest Pack or something?” I could see the sudden rage appear in the Alpha’s eyes. “What the f*ck did you just say to me?” He took a few steps

Then, breaking the silence, Zach cleared his throat. “Rue, can I come in?” He asked softly, his voice carrying a hint of vulnerability that I had not heard before. I swallowed, and then stepped back, allowing him entry into my room. As he walked in, I could not help but notice the tension in his broad shoulders. It was the opposite of his usual confident demeanor, at least to me. He walked deeper in and sat on the edge of the bed, his hands clasped together as if grappling with his thoughts. I closed the door, my heart racing with a mix of apprehension and curiosity. I wanted to hear what he had to say. Yeah, I mean, I had already heard him agree with the Elders. But maybe Cassie was right, maybe he had a plan to make all of this turn around for me. I was clinging to that hope with all that I had. When he did not say anything for a few seconds, I decided to speak. “Alpha Zach, what’s going on?” I finally asked, unable to contain my curiosity any longer. I waited with bating brea

I still wanted to understand, I wanted to know what he was saying. He had just said that I would not be leaving and a part of me was clinging to his words so tightly. But he had also explained that his role as Alpha was threatened. And that was all because of me. “I’m sorry but I don’t understand. What are you saying?” He adjusted himself on the couch, and crossed his legs; that stance reminded me that he was a powerful person. The Alpha’s expression softened as he looked at me, his eyes holding a mixture of sympathy and resolve. “Rue, what I mean is…I can’t let you go back to that place,” He said, his voice firm but gentle. “Not when I know the danger you’ll be facing.”I frowned, confusion knotting my brow. “But you said…you said there were consequences,” I murmured, struggling to understand his words. “That you were putting your title at risk.” That was what he had just said. I knew that even before he explained it though. He nodded, a solemn look crossing his features. “Yes,

In the midst of the chaos, I felt like a mere spectator, watching as the drama unfolded before me. Zach’s outburst shook the room, his anger was palpable in the air like a storm gathering momentum. Cassie, on the other hand, stood at a distance, her eyes wide with fear and hurt, a stark contrast to her earlier defiance and attitude. Despite the turmoil, I could not help but feel a pang of sympathy for both of them. Zach, struggling with the weight of his responsibilities as Alpha, and Cassie, is torn between loyalty to her friend and the bitterness of unrequited love. It was a tangled web of emotions, and I found myself at the very center, unsure of where I truly belonged. This was one of the reasons why I just wanted to go back to the orphanage, despite the dangers that would for sure swallow me up. As Zach’s rage continued, I decided to take a safe step back. He was really pissed. “I didn’t ask for any of this! I did not ask to be Alpha of this stupid pack!!” He was so loud, ang