All Chapters of Rejected by the Alpha, Claimed by the Crown: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

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Would I be alone forever?

Ember Frost's POV I had a fantastic day, and the best part was spending it with Orion. Somehow, fate had changed, and we quickly became very close. Not long after, I found myself missing him. Being with him was far more exciting than watching my parents struggle with the endless bureaucracy at the palace. But I had no choice—my duty was to follow them, helping out with whatever small tasks I could. It wasn’t glamorous, but it was a lesson in dealing with the kind of frustrating problems that made everyone want to pull their hair out.As the future Queen, there were duties I couldn’t escape, and this was one of them. To wear the golden crown came with sacrifices that most couldn’t even fathom. If I was to bear this responsibility, I knew I’d have to endure whatever came with it.The morning flew by quickly as I focused entirely on my tasks. I really wished I could go out with Orion like we did yesterday, but he had other obligations. I couldn’t help but feel disappointed that we would

Having a fantastic friend

Ember Frost's POVWhen I returned to my room, the maid gathered my hair into a neat bun with a dark purple band and added a touch of makeup. Once she finished, I stepped up to the mirror and took a good look at myself. I’ll admit, I’m not usually one to be overly focused on my appearance, but I couldn’t help but admire her work. The person looking back at me was truly stunning.After taking a moment to appreciate how I looked, I stepped out of the room. My mother was already waiting by the door, and the moment she laid eyes on me, a smile spread across her face. "You look so beautiful," she said warmly. "You know, when you were a baby, I always knew you’d be the most adorable of all the children."I was playfully teasing my mother when I spotted someone walking towards us from the hallway.I watched the familiar figure and attire coming closer, and it hit me, it was Orion! The moment he drew near, I caught the comforting scent of cedarwood surrounding him, like the earthy aroma of a f

New connections

Ember Frost's POV Everyone around me already had their werewolves living inside them; even Orion had his. I was the only one left without mine, but I’d never seen a werewolf before and had no idea what one looked like. My parents thought I’d be upset if they let me see their wolves, so they always kept them hidden from me. Because of this, I was constantly surrounded by people with their wolves, yet I’d never caught a glimpse of one, not even by accident. When I got home today, I planned to act extra cute and sweet, hoping to persuade them to let me see their werewolves finally.Miss Giovanni's voice grew louder, snapping me back to reality. "The first phase of the transformation is the most excruciating and the easiest to fail. The only way to ease it a bit is to let it happen naturally; don’t try to force it. Once the first change is complete, the rest will be smooth sailing, and you'll become a werewolf who can shift at will."She based her analysis on research and case studies to

A bright star

Ember Frost's POVTheir eyes brightened. "Would it be okay for us to be friends?."Yes, sure. I smiled at them.Never once did I imagine I’d make new friends on my first day at school. I’d never been the outgoing type, and I certainly wasn’t one of the most popular people around. Though I had a few friends, our relationship felt more like a protector and the protected. I was grateful for their support, but it always left me feeling like I was missing some balance in our friendship. I was the one receiving, never really giving anything in return.Lyra and Freya were thrilled to be my friends. They were so curious about me, constantly asking question after question, eager to know more."Where do you normally stay? The royal estate?"“Have you found your mate yet?”Caught off guard by the intense questioning, I was left speechless. Luckily, just then, Miss Giovanni walked into the classroom for the next lesson, rescuing me from the awkward moment."Alright, alright, enough with the inter

Unspoken Truths

Owen Greystone’s POV Late into the night, I sat at my desk, drowning in the paperwork that had accumulated throughout the day. Klaus, my Beta, had long since fallen asleep in the corner, his body finally succumbing to exhaustion. I had told him to rest, but I couldn’t bring myself to stop. Lately, the pressure had been overwhelming, and Klaus, who had spent the day tirelessly recruiting soldiers, deserved his break. Now, it was my turn to face the mountain of paperwork. I couldn’t help but appreciate Klaus’s dedication. Having him as my Beta was a blessing; there truly wasn’t anyone more dedicated than him.Every day, the routine was challenging, and people couldn’t stop complaining. But he? He moved through it like it was nothing, just doing what needed to be done without a second thought. For me, though, it wasn’t just about getting through the motions. I kept going because I felt it was my duty to protect my pack. They were mine to look after, and no one else was going to do it.A

The Alpha's Dilemma

Owen Greystone’s POVBeing an Alpha and having a human as a mate? There was nothing more humiliating. It felt like accepting her would bring nothing but shame to the pack. A human, so fragile, so worthless, how could I risk our reputation for someone like her? If I’d chosen her, we’d be the punchline of every joke."It's okay, dear. Go ahead and rest. It will help calm your nerves," my mother gently suggested."I’m coming, Mom," I told her, but kept reading through the documents I needed to finish. This was one of the things I used to dread the most, and honestly, it still was. I couldn’t stand leaving things half-done."You really need to rest; overworking yourself isn’t the way to go," my mom insisted."I'll leave once I'm done with this," I mumbled, not looking up from the papers.My father’s expression grew serious, and, as always, his tone was firm. "Enough with the work. Go to sleep, and tomorrow, go to the neighbouring pack to find your mate."“What?” I couldn't believe my ears

Haunted

Owen Greystone’s POV I had a brief conversation with the Alpha of the Crescent Moon Pack. He seemed far more aggressive than when we first met, though I couldn’t blame him. His beloved daughter was about to leave with a young werewolf to join another pack, all after just one night of meeting. No father in his position would be pleased.After I finished talking to him, he had a long conversation with Ethan. Klaus and I waited in the hallway. That kid was really fortunate to find his mate so fast. At least this time, we wouldn’t be returning empty-handed.So long as one of us found a mate, my parents wouldn’t have any reason to push me out of the pack. At least, that’s what I hoped.Ethan and the Alpha of the Crescent Moon Pack stepped out, both smiling. It was obvious that Ethan had struck luck, being able to claim such beauty as his mate.We spent an extra two days there before heading back to our pack. Ethan and his mate were so into each other that I couldn't help but notice, while

Nemesis

Owen Greystone’s POV As insensitive as Ethan, he could still feel the tension in the car was off. Without a second thought, he tried to lighten the mood. “Alright, alright, everyone. Today’s supposed to be a celebration. So let’s not let anything steal that from us. Let’s forget the worries, the sadness, and focus on the great days ahead!”However, his words didn’t do much to ease the tension, but they did give me the perfect timing to quickly change the conversation without it feeling awkward.“Exactly, I never thought Ethan would find his mate before we did, Klaus. Ethan, don't forget to make a toast at the welcome party later, you're one hell of a lucky guy!” I tried to keep my cool, throwing in a playful joke at the couple."Seriously, you've won the heart of such an amazing woman. I can't even lie, I’m jealous. Go on, man, do some show off!"Ethan rubbed his forehead, letting out a soft laugh. It was clear there was something between the couple, some unseen connection. They hug

Unseen Bond

Ember Frost’s POV A whole year flew by before I even realized it. My life had been so fun that time seemed to move so quickly. It felt like I’d stepped into a new world, one where adventures were always just around the corner. Adventures were my thing, and except for the time I spent with Orion, they were the highlight of my days.Hanging out with Orion was always a good time. He had this fantastic sense of humor and knew all these weird, interesting things that kept the mood light. We talked about everything under the sun. But no matter how much I pushed, he wouldn’t tell me what his mate looked like. I had a feeling she’d put him through some tough stuff, so he didn’t want to talk about her or have anything to do with her.We were different. I’d managed to move on from the pain Owen left in my heart. I thought he cared for me when we shared that kiss, but he shattered all my hopes when he rejected me so harshly. I still remember his cruel words during the lonely nights, but they no

Ignored

Ember Frost’s POV "Wow, this can't be real! Someone, please pinch me! Wait—am I actually seeing Sir Orion, or is my mind playing tricks on me?" Lyra grabbed my arm, her excitement so intense I thought she might pass out any moment."Why is he here? Is he here to save us from the demon? Ember, didn't you hear anything?"Lyra and Freya couldn’t contain their excitement, bombarding me with questions. Meanwhile, I just stood there, completely lost, unable to make sense of any of it. "No," I said quietly, "He never mentioned anything about being here." Yet, here he was, appearing out of nowhere.I took a guess, and I was pretty sure it had to do with the military. While I was helping my parents fill out some forms, I overheard them talking about how the army would be picking a few of us. Orion was in charge of it, and he had a ton of experience. So, no matter how I looked at it, he seemed like the obvious choice.Our instructor called us together and said, "Alright, everyone, this is Sir

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