All Chapters of ALPHA'S DARK PAYMENT. HE REJECTED HER. HIS WOLF CHOSE HER.: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

Kane’s study felt tense at that moment, the kind of quiet that settled heavily after late-night whiskey and unspoken worries. He stood near the window, arms crossed, while Luciano leaned against the bookshelf, staring at the floor. Darius sat on the edge of the desk, drumming his fingers. Anika lounged in the leather armchair, legs crossed, looking far too pleased with herself.“She should’ve been here by now,” Anika said, checking the clock on the wall. “Selene knows how important this is.”Luciano shifted but said nothing. Kane just nodded once, his jaw tight.The door finally opened. Selene stepped inside first, her expression carefully neutral, but she wasn’t alone. Elara walked in right behind her, smoothing down her simple dress as if she could hide how out of place she felt.Anika’s posture changed instantly. She uncrossed her legs and sat up straighter. “What is *she* doing here?”Selene glanced at Elara, then back at the others. “I asked her to come. She’s good with details,

The grand ballroom of the Blood Moon Pack’s estate shimmered under hundreds of crystal chandeliers and lighted lamps, the air thick with the scent of night-blooming jasmine and roasted meats from the long banquet tables. Laughter and music swirled together as wolves from allied packs mingled, dressed in their finest silks and tailored suits.Unmated wolves gathered in hopes that the moon goddess would finally reveal their destined mates under the silver light.---At the entrance of the grand hall—Guests had already begun arriving.One after the other.Names announced.Titles carried.Power displayed without apology.Alphas.Lunas.Nobles draped in wealth and arrogance."His Majesty, Alpha Kane Blackthorn, is arriving!" a guard announced, and the guests immediately stood up, some stretching their necks to catch a glance of him.Kane walked in, and everything shifted; even the air felt different.A powerful aura surrounded him. His outfit was the perfect fit, sharp along his shoulders

**LUCIANO'S CHAMBER**"Why am I here?" Selene snapped the second Luciano shut the door behind them."You're mine, and Thorne couldn't wait to claim you," he smirked."As if," Selene rolled her eyes, heart hammering, watching Luciano walk towards her.**This is it... It's happening,** her wolf muttered."And we have the goddess's blessings," Selene's eyes darted towards the window.The full moon was huge, hanging low and bright over the trees, turning the whole yard into something out of a fairytale. Silver light spilled across the moss and walls, the air heavy with that special pull that only comes with the mating moon.Selene clenched her thighs together as if suppressing the burning desire in between."You don't have to shy away, Selene," she whispered inwardly, looking nervously at Luciano, but her eyes shimmered with trust and something deeper.Luciano reached out and pulled her in slowly, his huge arms wrapped around her waist like a precious glass he was scared to break. "You ok

Every conversation in the dining hall died the moment one of the elders spoke again.“Alpha—”“I’m still talking.” Kane’s Alpha voice thundered through the room, forcing the elders to their knees instantly.A dangerous growl echoed deep inside him.**Not another word about my mate… our mates,** Tyrant snarled viciously.Fear spread across the elders’ faces.Kane’s expression remained cold.“You may all leave. Your presence is no longer required at Luciano’s wedding.”Luciano sighed softly.“Kane…”But Kane cut him off immediately, almost as if he already knew what Luciano wanted to say.“Leave.”The elders bowed quickly, exchanging nervous glances before hurrying out of the dining hall.Silence followed.“Preparations will be made for the journey,” Kane said calmly.“What happens to the pack while we’re away?” Anika asked.“We?” Selene scoffed loudly. “Who said you were invited to my wedding?”Kane ignored Anika completely and mind-linked Kai and Jimmy.**Meet me in my study.**He cut

★SELENE'S CHAMBER ★Mira, Lizzy, and Elara watched as Selene tried on yet another dress.“So? What do you girls think?” Selene asked, twirling around gracefully.This was the fourth dress she had tried on, and somehow every single one looked elegant and breathtaking on her, yet she still wasn’t satisfied.“I love this one,” Elara murmured softly.“It matches the color of your eyes,” Mira added with a smile.“You think?” Selene turned toward the mirror again.The silver and red gown was stunning. Perfectly tailored, it clung to her body like a second skin, shimmering beautifully beneath the light.“I love this one,” Selene finally declared.Mira clapped immediately while Lizzy let out an exaggerated gasp.“I’m taking this one,” she added, pointing at the silver-and-red gown. “Put the final touches on it.”The stylist nodded respectfully before leaving with the dress.“You girls can try on your dresses later,” Selene said, walking toward them.Elara stared at her for a moment before spe