All Chapters of Claimed By The Three Alpha Princes: Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

Barbara’s povI didn’t go far, I guess it was maybe ten steps or even less.I don’t even know what made me stop.It wasn’t him calling my name because he didn’t. It wasn’t anything dramatic. It was just a simple thought.A simple, annoying, persistent thought that refused to leave. “This doesn’t have to be like this, Barbara.”I exhaled slowly, my steps slowing to a stop because as much as I liked pretending I didn’t car and as much as I enjoyed throwing words back at him for once.This constant tension? This back and forth? It was exhausting.And honestly? It was actually pointless.I turned and he was still there.Of course he was, standing exactly where I left him, watching me like he expected me to keep walking like that was the end of it.It wasn't this time. I walked back. He noticed immediately, his brows pulled together slightly, like he wasn’t sure what I was about to do.I stopped in front of him again, closer this time. “What now?” he asked.His tone wasn’t annoyed, it was

Barbara’s povThe room felt too quiet again, it was not the kind of quiet that’s peaceful but it was the kind that pressed against your ears until you start noticing every little thing like the ticking of the wall clock, the faint rustle of curtains from the window, even your own breathing.I sat on my bed, staring at my phone.I didn’t even know how long I’d been doing that.I guess maybe five minutes or probably ten or even maybe longer. My thumb hovered over the screen, hesitating because I had been meaning to text Lily for days now and yet, hadn’t.At first, I told myself she was just busy. Probably Family issues or something urgent or Something that needed her full attention.But then a day passed, then two, three, four and five and suddenly, it didn’t feel normal anymore.Lily wasn’t the type to disappear. Not like that, not without a word and not without at least checking in.Even when we fought, she still showed up or texted or even existed in my space.But now? Nothing hap

Barbara’s povI could not sleep all night. Not even for a minute did my eyes fall asleep peacefully.Every time I closed my eyes, I saw the messages again Leah had sent to me earlier. “I am not safe. I think they’re trying to kill me. Please don’t let them marry me off, please don’t let them get me. I need you to come save me, I can’t stay here forever.”My chest tightened just thinking about it. I couldn’t imagine the hell hole Lily must be right now. For her to send those messages, that means she was serious and is actually in serious danger if proper measures are not taken.By morning, I had already made up my mind. I wasn’t going to keep on waiting, wasn’t thinking it over and over again and I definitely wasn’t second guessing anything.I needed help. I needed help to get Lily out of her hell hole and there were only three people who could actually do something about this. Three people who could snap their fingers and everyone will be at their service and even if I didn’t fully t

Barbara’s povI woke up screaming. Of course it wasn’t the quiet kind, it was the kind you can swallow back before it leaves your throat.No, I’m being kind with my words. Honestly, this one tore out of me sharp, loud and desperate like I was still trapped in whatever nightmare had me in a very tight grip.My chest heaved violently as I jolted upright, my hands clutching the sheets like they were the only thing keeping me grounded.For a second, I didn’t know where I was.The room blurred and the shadows felt wrong.It felt too close and too alive. “Barbara!”Lily’s voice cut through everything. Hers was real and it was familiar.I turned toward her, my breathing uneven, my heart slamming against my ribs like it was trying to escape.She was already moving toward me quickly and concern plastered across her face.“Hey hey, it’s okay,” she said softly, climbing onto my bed without hesitation. “You’re okay, Barbara.”I shook my head slightly. “No….no, I…”My voice failed me because I co

Tristan’s povShe showed up and that was the first thing that surprised me, not because I thought she’d back out but because most people did.They talked big, made promises and acted brave, then disappeared the moment they realized what they signed up for.But Barbara?She stood at the edge of the training grounds behind the gym at exactly the time I told her.There was no hesitation on her end and no second-guessing.She was just there waiting and her arms crossed lightly, hair pulled back and her eyes scanning the area like she was already trying to understand it.I leaned against the fence for a moment, watching her before making my presence known.She hadn’t seen me yet or at least, I thought she hadn’t.“Are you going to keep staring or actually start?” she said without turning.I froze for half a second then smirked. “Careful with the way you speak to your coach” I said, pushing off the fence. “You’re already getting too bold.”She turned to face me. “Maybe you’re just slow, coa