บททั้งหมดของ The Beta and The Lost Heiress: บทที่ 171 - บทที่ 180

Danika’s POVWhen he’d called me the nickname, it had brought back memories—memories I was trying so hard to suppress, memories of my twin brother.I turned off the shower and stepped out. After drying off, I slipped into my nightwear. The sound of the door opening pulled me downstairs to meet him.“You left without any money—” I broke off, my eyes landing on the groceries he carried. “How did you manage that?” He didn’t look at me; he simply headed straight to the kitchen, and I followed after him. “You didn’t answer my question.”“A good Samaritan had helped with the bills, satisfied?”“Male or female?” I asked, a strange feeling tightening in my chest.“Does the gender matter?”“It does, because out there, no one helps just for the sake of helping. She probably wanted to drag you into her bed or something.”“And what is so bad about that?”“I…” I froze. My eyes widened. “Is that blood?”The brown shirt he had on had a blood stain on the hem.“Relax. A stitch tore, that’s all. Not

Alpha Rex's POVEvery instinct in me wanted to claim her, after all, she’d wanted it, but I couldn’t.With Danika, it was different. Lust wasn’t the first thing I’d felt for her, even if I couldn’t deny the attraction. Perhaps that’s why I held back, because I feared everything would change if I gave in. Or maybe it was the moral compass in my mind, reminding me that I didn’t deserve her.She believed we shared a bond through her twin brother’s heart beating in my chest, but I could see the truth. She didn’t want me, she wanted relief. Her eyes had held no desire, only pain and desperation.“I overheard your call with Trace,” I told her. The embarrassment drained from her face in an instant, and now, her eyes widened in fear. Of course, she had no idea werewolves possessed such acute hearing—that’s why some packs built soundproof rooms.“What did you hear?” She questioned, refusing to give anything up.“Hand me your phone.”“What?”“Your phone.”She took out the device, giving me one

“This is the best part of the city. Excellent view of nature, an outdoor pool and lounge, excessive space, a training room, a bar—”“I get it.” I said, cutting Richard off, “It's a nice house and I'd love it here, but that's if I actually get to live here.”I handed him the mail I’d received earlier today, and he took the envelope.“A message from the Iron Claw Pack.” He noted. The symbol of claws stamped on the seal had already told me as much. “How the hell did they find you?”“There’s a chance we were followed.”“Have you opened it?”“No, but I can make a wild guess what it’s about.”Richard tore the flap open and gray ash spilled out onto the floor. I lifted a brow at him.“It’s a… mark,” he said. “It’s like a death note of some kind. They only send it to does they plan to… end”I guessed as much.“I have something I need to tell you,” I said to him. Sharing a weakness with anyone was something I’d never liked to do, but this time, I didn’t exactly have a choice. “I’ve not been a

....ONE YEAR AND SIX MONTHS LATERDanika's POV “You asked to see me, ma’am?” I said as I walked into Mrs. Perry’s office.“Yes, please take a seat, Danika.” she offered and I did as she said. “First of all I want to congratulate you on your most recent win. The case had been one of the biggest this firm had ever encountered and yet, you'd been able to crack that nut once again, proving to me that you truly are the very best this firm has.”“Thank you so much, ma’am, but I have to say that I couldn’t have done this without the help of my assistant, Mathew.”She gave a smile; “Always so humble, Miss Danika.You know, after the… incident with your brother, I never thought you could bounce back to your feet so fast, but of course, you are always full of surprises.The reason I've called you here is not only to appreciate you for your hard work, but to inform you of some new changes that will be taking place in this firm. Due to my busy schedule and the tech company I’m about to launch,

DANIKA’S POVThe room I awoke in was unfamiliar—like something I’d imagine to see inside a castle. High ceilings, a glittering chandelier, a queen-size bed draped in silk sheets, a lit fireplace, and a balcony.I rose from the bed and headed to the door. When I pulled it open, I realized it wasn’t an exit at all, but a bathroom. A huge bathtub, big enough to contain two persons sat at the side, a shower spot, a gold-colored toilet seat to match, and also a set of towels and robes. I shut the door, opening the door next to it. This room was filled with dresses of different styles and colors. I slammed the door shut, panic surging through me.Then I spotted it—another door across the room, slightly larger than the others. I ran to it, only to find it locked. My fists pounded against the wood. “Let me out!” Bang. Bang. Bang. “Someone, help!’”There was not a single response.I backed away from the door, realizing what this was.He’d kidnapped me.I ran towards the balcony; the door was