Semua Bab The Alpha's Forgotten Mate: Bab 151 - Bab 160

Aeliana's POV"I know.""I can feel how much you're needed. How much the Entity network depend on guardians. How important this work is." His hand slides to my lower abdomen, pressing gently against my womb like he's checking for damage, for harm, for any sign that the separation cost me something physical. "But I also know that if I don't let you go, if I try to keep you here in a cage of safety, I'll lose you anyway. Just slower."I turn in his lap to face him directly, settling my knees on either side of his hips. His hands immediately come to my waist, holding me steady. This position is intimate...my body cradled against his, nowhere to hide, and nothing between us but clothing and the fierce connection of the dual bond."We're learning how to do this," I say, running my fingers through his hair. "We're learning how to be people who love each other AND have responsibilities outside that love. It's not intuitive. It requires constant negotiation.""I know." He leans forward, his f

Caelan’s POVThe bond stirs me awake before dawn breaks, a sharp tug laced with distress that has my eyes snapping open in the dim light of the office. Aeliana is restless in my arms on the couch, her body tense against mine, breath coming in short, uneven gasps. Sweat dampens her brow, and through our connection, I catch fragments of her dream, echoes of voices calling her name, like a desperate pull toward something that is just out of reach.I shift carefully, pulling her closer, my hand strokes down her back in slow, soothing circles. “Aeliana,” I whisper, lips brushing her temple. “Wake up, love. It’s just a dream.”Her eyes flutter open, wide and haunted, tears already glistening on her lashes. She clings to me instantly, her fingers digging into my chest as if I’m the only anchor in a storm. “Caelan… it was them. My parents. They were calling me, reaching out to me like they needed me. I tried to run to them... God, I tried so hard, but I couldn’t move. The ground… it was like

Aeliana's POV  "The vial contains a sample of your mother's blood, preserved with magic the day you were born," Mara explained. "It's keyed to your bloodline. If you open it near your parents, it will react, confirming their identity beyond any doubt or deception.""They knew," I whispered. "They knew I'd become a vessel. Knew what I'd carry. And they've been suffering for twenty years because of it.""Which is why we're getting them out," Caelan said firmly. I could feel his absolute determination. He meant what he said. "We plan carefully, we coordinate with allies, and we extract your parents from that facility. That's not a question. The only question is how we do it without getting everyone killed.""There's one more thing you should know," Mara said quietly. "

Aeliana's POV  "Six initially." Aldric's expression darkened. "We lost three more over the years, either killed by Council agents or Seeker operatives while searching for the princess. Sera, Lyra, Thomas, and I are what remains of the inner palace guard. We have two others from the outer guard who joined us five years ago after we found them." Through the bond, I felt Caelan's careful attention. He was watching this reunion with the same analytical focus he brought to everything, reading the genuine emotion while still assessing for any signs of deception or manipulation. But there was none. This was real: two groups of people who'd loved the same royal family, who'd survived the same tragedy, finally finding each other after decades of believing the other dead. 

Aeliana's POV"The allied Alphas are requesting an emergency conference call. Sarah, Thomas, and Marcus Silverstone. They've heard about the Silverwood Guards returning and want to know what's happening." Marcus's expression was carefully neutral. "They're concerned about the implications of having Royal Guards who have pledged loyalty to your mate around and what kind of operation might be brewing."Through the bond, I feel Caelan's flash of irritation. We'd hoped to have more time before needing to brief the allies."How much do they know?" I asked."Just that the Guards arrived and have been in constant tactical meetings with us. They're smart enough to know something significant is being planned." Marcus paused. "They want to be briefed before committing any resources or support.""Set up the call," Caelan decided. "In the conference room, twenty minutes. Bring Liora and David... I want everyone of us present." He looked at me. "You should be there too. If we're asking for their s