All Chapters of SOLD TO THE ALPHA KING: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

The door looked like the entrance to a crypt.I stared at the intricate carvings of wolves tearing apart a stag, my breath hitching in my throat, so dry it felt like sandpaper. Inside that room sat the man who now owned the deed to my life."Don't embarrass me, Bailey," my stepfather, Lancaster, muttered from beside me. He didn't look at me. He was too busy checking the heavy gold watch on his wrist, likely calculating how quickly he could get to the casino once he handed me over. "Just nod, agree to whatever he says, and spread your legs when told. It’s not rocket science."I didn't turn to look at him. If I did, I might claw his eyes out, and I needed my hands intact for whatever hell awaited me."You got your money, Lancaster," I whispered, my voice devoid of emotion. I had cried all my tears three days ago when the deal was struck. Now, I was just hollow. "Leave.""Ungrateful bitch," he spat, then shoved me toward the doors. "He’s waiting."I stumbled forward, catching my balance

The silk of the dress felt like ice against my skin, but it was the weight of the collar that truly made it hard to breathe. Every time I moved, the diamonds caught the light, reminding me that I was a high-priced pet.A sharp knock at the door made me flinch.Two women walked in, carrying trays of jewelry and makeup. The older one had graying hair pulled into a tight, unforgiving bun. Her eyes were sharp as she looked me up and down."I am Eloise, the head of the domestic staff," she said, her voice formal and clipped. "This is Laila. We have been tasked with making you presentable for the Council. The Alpha King does not like to be kept waiting."Laila, the younger girl, kept her head down. She looked like she wanted to say something, but the presence of Eloise kept her silent."Presentable for what exactly?" I asked, my voice trembling. "Is there a reason I’m being dressed up like a doll?"Eloise stepped forward, her fingers cold as she adjusted the collar. "Tonight is the Contract

She walked into the room slowly. She wore ivory silk, her blonde hair braided intricately over one shoulder. She dressed very expensively in a way that would turn heads in any room she steps in. She looked amused to see me but at the same time there was this evil smirk at the corner of her lips. I couldn't understand what she was up to, but it did look like she was up to no good at all. She stepped in, handmaidens following behind her, both carrying garment boxes of different sizes, they stood behind her. She circled slowly, heels clicking against marble. “It must be overwhelming for someone of your… background.”Her eyes dropped pointedly to the collar hooked around my throat. One of the handmaidens snickered.I folded my hands behind my back, putting on a tough front while carefully trying to contain my rage.Lia stopped in front of me, studying my face. “You may not know this, but do you know what’s being said in the Council chambers this morning?”I remained silent wondering if

Bailey’s POVNight at Rider’s palace felt different. It was quieter than the place I had lived my whole life.The palace was illuminated by dim lights that cast golden shadows across the walls. Slowly, I was losing count of the days I had been holed up in this damn room.I was standing near the balcony when I heard footsteps approaching. After a few days of staying here, I had learned to recognize those footsteps, also with the way my pulse began racing beneath my skin whenever I heard them.The Mark on my throat warmed slowly.He was coming.I hurried back to bed. I expected a knock and hadn’t even fully settled when the door suddenly flew open, startling me.Rider.He walked in slowly while I pretended to be asleep. He gently closed the door, removed his gloves, and placed them on the table near the entrance before leaning against it, watching me as if he had all the patience in the world.My eyes quivered as I lay there, trying to remain calm. They weren’t completely shut, and I co

Bailey’s POVJust as the words left my mouth, Rider acted immediately.“I’ll handle it,” he said calmly, gently patting my shoulders.“What do you mean by that?” I asked.He didn’t answer. He simply walked out of the room. I heard him snap his fingers, signaling to the guards.“I’ll call you when I need you,” he said before shutting the door.I sat on my bed and waited. The summons didn’t take long.A guard arrived shortly after and escorted me to the central courtyard. It was already filled when I arrived.The pack’s most influential warriors lined the perimeter in formal formation. Council members stood along the marble steps. Servants clustered near the arches, whispering nervously about the sudden summons.They murmured, trying to understand what was happening.At the front of the courtyard stood Rider, dressed in a black shirt with the sleeves rolled up to his forearms.His expression was firm, his eyes darkened. Declan and Raven nodded at me in acknowledgment.From the corner of