บททั้งหมดของ In the Embrace of Alpha Dexter: บทที่ 11 - บทที่ 20

The massive crystal chandeliers in the Silvermoon grand hall cast a blinding golden glow, reflecting off the rows of champagne flutes and the guests' expensive jewelry. Alpha Albert and Luna Eva stood at the entrance with triumphant smiles. They greeted Alphas from neighboring packs, flaunting the opulence of Madison and Harper’s wedding—a gaudy symbol of Silvermoon’s rebirth after Moon Shadow cleared their debts. Madison stood on a makeshift altar, draped in a white diamond-encrusted gown that cost as much as a small village. Beside her, Harper looked dashing in his tuxedo, though his eyes darted around restlessly as if he were searching for something he’d lost. Suddenly, the heavy double doors of the hall swung open without a knock. Silence instantly smothered the room. The orchestra’s classical melody cut off mid-note. A woman stepped inside with an intimidating grace. Ruby was wearing a blood-red couture gown that trailed across the marble floor, featuring a thigh-high slit that

Night had fallen over the Alpha’s estate. Ruby made her way toward Dexter’s private quarters, carrying a silver tray with a crystal decanter of herbal tonic. She pushed open the bathroom door to find Dexter soaking in a massive natural stone tub. The steaming water reached his chest, framing his broad shoulders and the hard, corded muscle of his arms. His black hair was slicked back, wet and dark, sharpening the rugged lines of his face. Ruby set the tray on a small side table. She stood at the edge of the tub, watching him. He kept his eyes closed, seemingly indifferent to her presence. "Your drink, Alpha," Ruby said. Dexter’s eyes flickered open. Those dark blue depths locked onto her, scanning every inch of her body. Ruby didn't flinch. Instead, she knelt at the edge of the tub, letting the hem of her silk nightgown soak in the overflowing water. "Tell me," she challenged. "After all that training... after I took down ten of your elite warriors... am I strong enough now? Am I f

Dexter strode into the front hall with Ruby at his side, her maroon silk gown flowing with every step. In the center of the hall, a tall man in elegant black leathers stood swirling a glass of wine. This was Alpha Silas of the Blackwood Pack. "Rough night, Alpha?" Silas asked, his eyes immediately zeroing in on the red marks on Dexter’s neck that his collar hadn't quite hidden. "You really shouldn't have interrupted, Silas," Dexter replied coldly, taking his seat on the high throne. "Showing up uninvited at the crack of dawn after a Luna’s coronation is the fastest way to start a kin war." Silas let out a booming, rugged laugh full of easy confidence. "I couldn't help myself. Word reached the Blackwood elders that a Silvermoon collateral suddenly awakened an Ancient wolf. I had to see for myself if my cousin was hallucinating out of lust, or if he’d actually found a diamond in the rough." Dexter’s jaw tightened. He took Ruby’s hand, pulling her firmly to his side so Silas could ge

Celine stared at her healed hand, then shifted her gaze to me. Hatred was crystal clear in her eyes. Her lips thinned. She didn't say anything, but her look was enough to explain everything.Alpha Dexter glared at her. "Get out!" His command was absolute.Celine clenched her fists. She gave Alpha a resentful look, then turned to me. "You'll regret this, Alpha. And you," she pointed at me, "I'll be back." Her words sounded like a promise, and a cold threat. Then, she turned and walked away, her steps quick and full of fury.After Celine left, all eyes were on me. I felt completely drained. The strength to heal Celine's wound, I don't know where it came from. It felt like something was forcibly pulled from inside me. Still, I didn't want to look weak. I gathered the last of my strength, trying to stand tall.Alpha Dexter was still by my side. He didn't let go of my arm. His hand was still holding on tight, as if afraid I'd fall. His eyes stared intently at me. There was a mix of worry a

"But Alpha," I protested, "the game isn't over! Our team is almost winning!"He didn't care. His eyes glared at me sharply. He didn't like being contradicted. "You're too noisy."I frowned. I had been enthusiastic with Julian earlier, but not to the point of disturbing other spectators. This was ridiculous. "I wasn't too noisy! We were just talking about the game. Besides, it's just a game. It shouldn't bother you!"Alpha let out a long sigh, one hand on his head, as if I was his biggest headache. His face looked incredibly frustrated. "Fine. If you want to stay here, I'll go alone."He turned, ready to leave. I watched his straight back walk away. Anger suddenly surged in my chest. This was unfair. He just shows up, forbids me from having fun, and then wants to just leave?I grabbed his arm, clutching his shirt. The muscle in his arm felt hard. "No! I don't want you to leave! You have to explain why you're acting like this!" I didn't care that Julian was startled by this scene or the