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(Freya's POV)I watched my daughter's eyes fixate on the ice cream display. Evelyn licked her lips, clearly hungry despite my refusal. Her violet eyes—so like my own—drifted to the cold drink advertisements hanging at the shop entrance, her expression wistful.My wolf Bella stirred protectively within me. I knew the cold would only make her stomach worse later, especially during the long flight, but refusing her was always difficult.Beta Thompson cleared his throat beside me, his eyes softening as he watched Evelyn's longing expression."Miss Snow, perhaps we could get the children a small treat? The flight is quite long," he suggested hesitantly.I shook my head firmly. "Thank you for the thought, but no. Evelyn had stomach problems just last week from too many cold treats."Thompson's shoulders slumped slightly. I couldn't help but smile at his obvious desire to please the cubs."Since you're working so hard like a pack mule with all our luggage, perhaps we should buy you a d

(James's POV)The first-class cabin was more spacious than I expected, with plush leather seats and attentive flight attendants. My mission was clear: find someone willing to swap seats with Alpha Aaron Steel, whose dark mood was growing more dangerous by the minute.I scanned the cabin nervously, my wolf instincts on high alert. Most passengers were already settling in, their expressions making it clear they had no intention of giving up their premium seats. Then my eyes landed on a distinguished older wolf with silver-streaked dark hair and an air of authority.He seemed approachable, despite his obvious Alpha status. Taking a deep breath, I approached his seat."Excuse me, sir," I began, producing my business card and offering it with a slight bow. "James Morrison, Beta of the Northern Ridge Pack. I was wondering if I might have a word."To my surprise, the Alpha's face lit up with recognition. "Morrison! From last year's inter-pack summit in Colorado, yes? Alpha Kane of the St

(Aaron's POV)"What do you mean, besides Caroline Redwood, there's no other she-wolf who catches my eye? Where did you hear that?" I demanded, feeling my wolf Logan surge within me.My Alpha presence filled the hall instantly. The air grew heavy with power, making even the decorative wolfsbane flowers tremble slightly in their vases. Several lower-ranking wolves nearby instinctively lowered their gazes and backed away.Alpha Hunter's confident smile faltered. His eyes darted nervously to his Beta standing a few feet away."I... It's just pack gossip, Alpha Steel," he stammered, clearly unsure if my anger stemmed from disagreement with the statement or from others discussing my personal affairs. "Nothing serious."I stepped closer, towering over him despite our minimal height difference. "You bring wolf territory gossip before the Alpha King?"The temperature in the room seemed to drop several degrees. Hunter's Adam's apple bobbed as he swallowed hard."My apologies, Alpha Steel.

(Caroline's POV)I stood in Aaron's suite, trying to read his expression. Something had changed in him over the years. Where once he might have shown concern after learning I'd been waiting, now he just stood indifferently, regarding me with calm, detached eyes. His Alpha presence felt cold around me, making my skin prickle uncomfortably.The silence between us stretched too long. I cleared my throat, forcing brightness into my voice."Chris mentioned you were drinking moonlight wine again last night," I said, trying to sound concerned rather than accusatory. "You know that's not good for you, Aaron.""I'm fine," he replied curtly, turning away to pull a fresh shirt from his closet.I watched him dress, the muscles of his back flexing as he slipped his arms into the sleeves. Five years ago, that sight would have made my heart race with anticipation. Now, it only highlighted the distance between us."You shouldn't worry Chris like that," I continued, desperate to maintain conversa

(Freya's POV)The rain fell harder with each passing minute, spattering against the elegant corridor outside the auction hall. I tugged my cloak tighter around my neck, surprised by the cold night air in this part of the Northern territory. My thoughts kept drifting back to the name that had echoed through the auction hall earlier.Alpha Steel.Five years had passed, but that name still carried weight, even if it no longer shattered my composure as it once did. This wasn't just any pack leader or businessman like those I'd dealt with these past years. Only one wolf commanded the respect to casually bid six hundred million at a territory event.Aaron Steel. The Alpha King.Taking a deep breath, I felt Bella stirring uneasily within me. My wolf had always been sensitive to his presence, even from a distance. I turned to leave the quiet alcove where I'd sought refuge, but found my path blocked by a tall, imposing figure."Miss Snow," the Alpha said, his voice carrying the natural au