All Chapters of Alpha's Impostor Bride: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

I pace in the room anxiously. I need Jerry to be on my side to convince Erik. The king may be open-minded, but even he has his limits. If I can just convince Jerry…I turn around mid-stride and see Cedric entering through the window. A startled cry leaves my lips, and I stumble backward. My ass would have hit the floor if his arm didn’t loop around my waist, yanking me toward him. I hit his chest, and the breath is knocked out of me.“What’s wrong with you?” Cedric asks, concerned.“I—You scared the life out of me!” I shove him, not that he moves. “What were you thinking, coming through the window? There’s a perfectly functioning door right there!”“The window was closer,” he says bluntly. “Are you free now? Finn is hungry.”“I’m waiting for Healer Jerry.” Cedric releases his grip on me, and when he moves away, I feel the loss of his body heat. “And I want to see Erik.”“Why?” His expression grows dark, and I wonder why he’s getting jealous after I’ve confirmed there’s nothing going o

A lot of pieces I never knew existed are falling into place now, including Cedric’s initial hostility toward me when he brought me to the North. “Hold on. You invaded the Eastern Kingdom. And then you gave the ruling power to Vivian’s uncle. Why not just control the East in its entirety and investigate the murders?”Cedric closes the file in front of us. “Balance. There is a delicate balance within and among all three kingdoms. This balance maintains the existence of the Veil. All three royal families need to remain in power for this very reason. Wars can be fought, kingdoms can be toppled, but the ruling family has to be of the same royal blood of that land. This is something only the royal families are aware of. Which is why, despite our show of power, ultimately it is Vivian’s family who has to rule the East. And they can stop us from investigating. But as long as we have Vivian, either as a political prisoner or queen, they won’t interfere, because she is beloved in her country. T

“If you are willing to oversee this shift, then yes.” He looks serious, but the corner of his mouth is upturned.“And if the elders object?”“You let me worry about them. Handling the noble families is my problem. But I’m not so selfish as to ask my mate and son to return and give up the comforts of their lives here. And I’m sure that, whatever you do, you will keep my kingdom and my people in mind, like you did the first time.”My lips tremble as I struggle to say something, but Cedric isn’t done.“You could also keep your business here going.”When I stare at him, he looks awkward. “Erik explained to me in detail that you have a small company that you founded. He also told me that you were considering expanding, hiring more employees. You can still do that if you want to.”I tilt my head to consider his offer. “You’ve been doing a lot of thinking and planning.”“I was trying to come up with a way to convince you to come home, but I also understood that your life here is important. I

I give him a grateful look, and we chat about our families for a little while before he decides to head off. As he starts to leave, he motions over my head with his chin. “I assume that’s your son’s father. He’s been glaring at me for the past twenty minutes.”I look over my shoulder and see Cedric standing by a stall, watching us, his arms crossed over his chest in his signature stance.I sigh. “Sorry about that.”“If he’s bothering you, you can always tell me about it.” George pats my shoulder. “Let me know if you find anything useful in those files.”“Thanks, George.”I watch him leave before walking over to where my mate is standing. Chewing on my remaining fries, I come to stand in front of him, asking, “Having a good time, are we?”“Who is that?” Cedric demands.“A friend. Where is my son, Cedric?”“He’s fine. He’s on that ride over there.” Cedric points to the large Ferris wheel. “Derrick is sitting with him.”“You shouldn’t have left Finn with Derrick. I left Finn with you.” I

“What are you going to do?” Leanna steps in my path. “Wherever you’re going, you’re not going by yourself! If the shifters are able to mask their sent, they can ambush you. No. You’re not going anywhere without someone watching your back. I’m coming with you.”“And leaving Finn at the house alone with Derrick?” I ask incredulously.Leanna’s eyes are still moist, but I see the fierce glint in them. “You think you’re the only one who can arrange protection for Finn? After the attack on me, I put up security cameras and motion sensors all around the house. I keep them activated via my phone. If somebody so much as steps past a certain border around my home, I get an instant notification, and the palace guards are also alerted. I discussed this with Erik. Help will arrive within three minutes. There’s also a safe room in my basement. Finn and I know the combination, as does Maya. I know how to keep my son safe, Cedric.”“Our son,” I correct her firmly, admiring her preparedness. I don’t k