Lahat ng Kabanata ng Betrayed by The Exchange : Kabanata 31 - Kabanata 40

The atmosphere shifted sharply as Alpha Gregory's authoritative voice rang out, drawing the attention of everyone in the room. The murmurs faded into an anticipatory hush, and all eyes turned toward him, then to Alpha Dominic, who strode in with an air of command.Dominic's presence was magnetic; he exuded power and confidence that sent shivers down Summer's spine. She could feel the weight of his gaze as he scanned the room, taking in the scene before him. The subtle tension between Elias and Coleman did not escape him."What's going on here?" Alpha Gregory repeated, his tone a mixture of curiosity and caution as he took a step closer. "I could feel the energy from down the hall. Is there trouble?"Elias straightened, masking his earlier amusement with a facade of respect. "Just a discussion about Summer, sir. Nothing serious. I was merely expressing my concern about a human—""—who's not a human," Jessica interjected, her tone dripping with disdain. "She's a werewolf. A weak one at

Morning light crept through the windows, illuminating Dominic's chambers. Summer stirred, stretching her arms above her head."Good morning," Dominic said, his voice low and soothing.Summer's gaze met his, still sleepy. "Morning."Dominic's expression turned serious. "You're not going to resume duty with Elara today. You're not feeling well."Summer nodded, not arguing.Dominic called out, "Coleman!"The door opened, and Coleman entered. "Yes, sir?""Call Hilda, please. Have her bring whatever Summer needs from her bedroom. She'll be staying here today."Coleman nodded and left.Summer swung her legs over the side of the bed, her feet dangling in the air."Dominic?" she said, her voice hesitant."Yes?""Can I run in the woods later today? I really need it."Dominic's expression turned cautious. "You'll have to go with a chaperone. There are Lycans who are angry about your presence here. It's not safe."Summer's face fell, but she nodded silently.Dominic's eyes narrowed. "Summer, I m

Dominic had spent the last hour searching every room in the house. The unease he felt since Summer's disappearance had only grown. She wouldn't just vanish without a word, not after everything they had shared. He needed to find her, and he had an unsettling feeling that the garden was where she'd gone. It was her usual place to escape to when she wanted solitude, a quiet space where she could think.He moved through the large house, exiting through the back door and stepping into the garden. The cold night air brushed against his skin, but his focus was sharp. The moonlight shone down on the overgrown bushes and flower beds, casting eerie shadows that seemed to shift with every movement. He walked toward the back of the garden, near the edge where the trees were thicker.Just as he neared the deeper shadows, he paused. There were voices—two of them. He didn't need to guess who one of them belonged to. It was Jessica's voice, unmistakable, but the second voice was unfamiliar. Dominic's

Tesla paced impatiently, her eyes fixed on the door as she awaited Gregory's return. Her heart pounded, a mixture of frustration and anger swirling inside her. She knew how important the meeting had been, and she couldn't help but suspect it hadn't gone the way he'd hoped. When the door finally creaked open, she rushed to intercept him, her gaze sharp and focused."How did the meeting go?" she asked immediately, her voice demanding.Gregory entered the room without responding at first, walking past her and heading straight for the bathroom. He was drenched in the weight of the discussion, his face etched with a scowl that hinted at his frustration. He didn't spare Tesla a glance as he pushed the door shut behind him, leaving her standing in the middle of the room.Tesla crossed her arms, irritation building. She could already feel it, the tension in the air. She had expected him to be pleased with the outcome, but his silence spoke volumes. She couldn't stand the quiet."I'm guessing

Alan stormed back into his office, the conversation with Davina leaving a bitter taste in his mouth. The woman had set everything in motion without even asking him, like his choices were nothing more than pawns in her game. As the weight of his decision settled in, Alan could feel the walls of his world closing in around him.He knew he couldn't just stand by and let Davina dictate his future. But, as much as he wanted to defy her, he realized the stakes were too high. The elders were watching him closely, and any misstep could lead to a scandal that would unravel his pack. And now, with Davina arranging the wedding without his consent, he felt like a prisoner in his own life.Alan turned to the window, staring out at the sprawling pack lands, lost in thought. The clouds loomed dark and heavy in the sky, mirroring the turmoil within him. His fingers drummed restlessly on the desk as he mulled over his next move, searching for a way out of the predicament Davina had placed him in.He w