บททั้งหมดของ Alpha's Substitute Bride : บทที่ 71 - บทที่ 80

Dean POV Perhaps they were drawn by my scent or it was merely a twist of fate, but I sense it is no accident when the Alpha of the pack approaches me with an air of deference, almost as if silently conveying, "It is an honor." He even lowers his head in a respectful bow. Being an Alpha myself, I understand it is only fitting to return the gesture.So, I bow in formal acknowledgment. The wolf notices my bleeding hand and signals to another member of the pack to join us. The Alpha makes a sound that seems like a scoff in my direction. I'm unsure what was communicated, but a smaller wolf, a female, approaches me. She nudges my hand, prompting me to lift it, and gently licks it twice, pauses to examine it, then licks three more times.Though the female is considerably smaller than the Alpha, her tongue easily wraps around my hand. I am amazed at what is unfolding before me. After she stops, I check my hand. Remarkably, it is completely healed. There's not even

Blossom POV Alejandro came by to offer his congratulations to me, on the recent revelation of my impending journey into motherhood. He also seemed curious about how things have been between me and Dean. His demeanor was noticeably more polite and civil than the last time we shared a space. I took the opportunity to question him about the ordeal that led to my summoning to the Royal Court, accusing him of orchestrating the farce that had me stand trial for such absurd accusations.He claimed that he had minimal involvement with the charges and that it slipped beyond his control. I could read the deception in his words; he was not being truthful, and I knew better. The trial was based on "newly discovered evidence," and there was no other plausible source for it. I might be a kind-hearted and loving spirit, but I am neither naive nor stupid."If there's anything at all that I can do for you, please just let me know," Alejandro coaxed, trying to mend years of

Blossom POV For a brief moment, I question how Dean could possibly know what my uncle had said, but then I remember the link we share, and Dean simply smiles and nods at me. "I love you so deeply that it almost feels insane," I declare, my emotions spilling over."And I'll never cease loving you," he reassures me. "You know... I'm coming to understand that by marrying you, I didn't break my promise to Eliza. In fact, by marrying someone who's been a cherished friend my entire life, I may have failed in making a promise to you," Dean's words smooth out so many of my worries in an instant.As Caleb enters the gate code, the immense metal gate granting access to the villa swings open. The SUV glides effortlessly through and follows the long, tree-lined path until the trees part, revealing a circular driveway that perfectly complements the grand residence.Upon arriving at the villa, I am overcome with joy at being home; a place that, for the firs

Blossom POV Fina, ever the pragmatist, leans back in her chair, engrossed in her number puzzle. Disturbance is not on her agenda. "Honestly, it makes me want to sit here and continue this Sudoku. So please, leave me be," she replies, weariness evident in her tone.Liza, unwilling to let it go, nudges her, "Have you gone soft?"Fina peers over her reading glasses, removing and folding them deliberately before placing them neatly on the table. Her gaze fixed on Liza, she responds in a measured, calm manner, "Look, I once despised that woman for simply residing in my sister's house. I resented her for pulling Dean away from his commitments. I frowned at her for having her own celebration. I saw her as a mere substitute. But here's where it gets interesting—I harbor no real grudge against her. She's done me no wrong, if truth be told. Honestly, I'm happy for Dean because I've always known how much he yearned for children," Fina confesses with sincerity. She ad

Blossom POV Maria, observing our playful exchange, leans in slightly and mutters to Dean, "That's the kind of joke that could get a man kneed in the groin."Dean and I burst into laughter, almost doubting whether we truly heard her correctly. Yet, from her cheeky smirk, we knew we had. She adds, "Well, if you're fortunate, you might just get nudged with the knee-pits."Dean clutches his stomach, laughter turning into mild agony from an injury he sustained the other day. "Oww, Maria, you're too much," he protests, trying to stifle his amusement.Despite the laughter, a warm feeling spreads through me. Dean is genuinely delighted that my sister, Diana, managed to get in touch. He had almost lost hope that any of my blood relatives would play a role in our lives. Yet Diana, with her courage and boldness, went through the effort not only to contact me but also to send uniquely sealed letters to the house of the Alpha, despite having broken a marriage co