Semua Bab The Alpha Prince's Rejected Mate: Bab 61 - Bab 70

AUBREYI stand before the ornate mirror in my bridal chambers, watching my reflection as morning light streams through the tall windows. My wedding dress hangs nearby—ivory silk with intricate beadwork that catches the sunlight like scattered diamonds. In just hours, I'll walk down the aisle to marry Knox, and tonight... tonight I'll tell him everything.The decision sits heavy in my chest, but it feels right. After last night, after hearing him whisper that he loves me, I can't keep living this lie. I can't let more innocent people risk their lives while I harbor Jax's secrets. Most importantly, I can't afford to lose Knox. Not now. Not when I've finally understood what we could have together.My fingers trace the diamond bracelet Elder Lina gave me, its warm pulse a reminder that some magic protects rather than controls. Whatever

KNOXEven heartbroken, I can't waste time drowning in this mess. The weight of what Aubrey told me about Jax sits heavy in my chest, but I force myself to move. My brother—planning to kill our father, to take the crown through violence. Part of me always knew something was off about Jax, but rebellion? Murder? The shock of it still makes my head spin.I find Father in his chambers, already half-dressed for the ceremony. His valet steps back as I enter, and Father waves him away with an impatient gesture. He looks up when I close the door, and I see the same exhaustion in his eyes that I feel in my bones."We need to talk." I close the door behind me, my voice rougher than I intend. "It's about Jax."Father pauses in adjusting his ceremonial sash, his eyebrows lifting slightly. "What abo

JAXThe distant hillside offers the perfect vantage point. Hours have passed since the ceremony ended. I watched it all—Aubrey gliding down that aisle in ivory silk, Knox sliding that wedding ring onto her finger like he has any right to claim what I created.But soon, that pristine white will be stained crimson."My lord," Avery approaches, violet eyes bright with anticipation. "They're distracted by joy and wine. We should strike now.""No. Not yet." My voice carries enough menace to make her step back. "I don't want them dead drunk on happiness. I want them conscious. I want my father to know exactly who's taking his life."Hours pass. I watch the reception wind down, guests departing, Knox escorting his bride to their chambers. When the

AUBREYThe sound stops me cold—Iris's voice rising in pain. I spin around, my heart lurching as I spot Jax gripping her by the throat, his fingers digging into her pale skin. Her green eyes are wide with terror, her hands clawing uselessly at his arm."No!" The word tears from my chest as I try to rush forward, but several Jax warriors step into my path, blocking my way. Their faces are blank, emotionless—soldiers following orders without question.I don't hesitate. My wolf surges forward, and I feel my claws extend as I launch myself at the first warrior. My enhanced strength sends him flying backward, his throat torn open before he hits the ground. The second swings at me with brutal force, but I'm already moving with werewolf speed, ducking under his strike and raking my claws across his chest.

KNOXI stand in the castle's shattered courtyard, surveying the devastation with grim determination. Broken stone and pools of blood stain the ground where enemy forces breached our defenses. The metallic scent of wolf poison hangs heavy in the smoke-filled air, and around me, guards work to clear debris while tending to the wounded.The weight of impending leadership settles on my shoulders—not because my father lacked strength, but because he's gone and the kingdom needs stability. I channel my anguish into action, the way he would have."Secure the perimeter," I command Gamma Campbell, who approaches with a deep gash across his forehead. "Double the guard rotations and station archers on every tower.""Yes, Your Highness." He salutes despite his injuries. "We've coordinated immediate