Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Alpha King’s Hidden Mate: Kabanata 1 - Kabanata 10

Layla’s POV“Congratulations, Delta Layla. You’re pregnant,” the doctor says with a smile. But then her expression shifts, and her tone becomes deathly cautious. "However, there seems to be no father on record for the child. If this baby is deemed illegitimate..."I know exactly why she’s asking.This kingdom has always been cruel toward illegitimate children. They aren’t allowed to exist. If one is found, the child and the mother are exiled and forced to turn rogue.“No, my baby is not illegitimate,” I clarify immediately. “It’s just… the father’s identity is sensitive. We will return to register it in due time.”No one knows that my child belongs to the Alpha King—to Alexander. No one even knows that I am more than just his Delta; I am his secret wife.The kingdom relies on the Alpha’s union with a fated mate to stay powerful. Yet, we were not. But after years of working together and admiring one another, Alexander and I fell in love anyway.Throughout our five years of secret marria

Alexander’s POVCamila breathes softly as she sleeps.Sighing, I move to the other side of the bed, but before I can sit, something catches my eye from outside the window.Layla’s familiar, lithe form walks away from the hospital.I watch her as she leaves, her form drawing my eye and my attention. At the same time, Steve’s question comes back to mind.I hadn’t thought of why Layla was here.She’s always been the strongest female around, never needing to be coddled or taken care of… but the idea of her needing to come to the hospital stirs a bit of worry within me.Is she sick? Injured?I nearly laugh at the idea and shake my head. Layla has never needed my concern. I haven’t seen her sick or injured for a while— a perk that comes with being strong. Like me, Layla rarely needs anyone to worry about her health.In the five years we’ve been married, aside from the time we spend in bed together, there has always been a cold distance between us. Usually, there is very little warmth between

Layla’s POVI rub my aching head again as I stamp the last few invitations. Invitations that were supposed to be stamped and sent out by Camila, but because she knows nothing, it falls to me to get them out. The neighboring packs and royals wouldn’t appreciate sloppy work.Ben glances at me when I clear my throat, but I ignore him. The feverish ache is spreading, but I can’t stop now. Just a few more hours, then I can go home. I’ve ignored the feeling all day, knowing it’s probably a combination of pregnancy symptoms and the chill from last night’s shower debacle.“You know…” Ben leans over with a whisper, “I surely thought you would be Alpha Alexander’s mate. You’re the best candidate, and everyone loves you.”I close my eyes against the verbal attack, reminding myself that Ben doesn’t mean anything by his statement. He doesn’t know what’s going on, but still, I reach up and cover the already concealed mark on my neck.“There is nothing between me and Alpha Alexander,” I tell him, th

Layla’s POVThe pressure and pain make me gasp and flinch back. I jerk my arm out of Camila’s hold, and instead of even thinking to check on me, Alexander immediately fusses over Camila. He wraps her in his arms again, checking that she’s alright before they both turn to look at me.“I’m sorry,” Camila apologizes piteously. “I was just terrified of the pain. You see, I was abused by rogues as a child and pain just brings back so many terrible memories.”The wide eyed, pitiful expression is meant to tug on my heartstrings, but it does nothing except irritate me.“I-I didn’t mean to disobey you, Delta Layla,” Camila says innocently, grabbing my arm again. Her fingers dig into my wound—almost like she knows it hasn’t healed. The sudden grasp sends a wave of pain through my arm as I feel my wound tear open again. I feel myself sway at the dizziness and nausea that fill me, and Camila softly gasps.“I’m sorry. Did I hurt you?” Camila asks, that fake innocence seeping into her tone like a t

Layla’s POVI force myself to push back the exhaustion as I stop and look up at the building before me. My arm aches still, having not healed just like the doctor said. Usually, this kind of wound would have been healed much quicker, and I wouldn’t have to worry about it, but now, I do.I’ll have to be more careful from now on, which could mean trouble. I won’t be able to rush into situations without more thought or concern.Sighing, I pull my hair back and tie it in a braid before making my way inside.“Delta Layla.”Beta Steve appears at my side, and I wonder if he knew I was looking for him. I nod in greeting and continue walking with him.“Are you ready to investigate yesterday’s rogue attack?” He asks, and I nod again.“They came out of nowhere, which isn’t always unusual, but I want to know how they knew where we were and how they got so deep into our territory without anyone noticing,” I hiss. There’s no reason the border patrol should’ve missed that many attackers. It’s suspic