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All Chapters of Alpha’s Regret After He Proposed to a Fake Heiress: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

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Chapter 1

Ten years ago, my family tried to arrange a mating alliance for me. Furious, I ran away and didn't contact them for over a decade. My father used every resource the pack had to track me down, and when he found me, he let me be—afraid I was still angry, he humored me and let me stay where I was. He even funded Adrian's pack behind the scenes, worried I might struggle in a small pack. Half the projects in Crescent Moon Pack ran on my family's money.So when my father finally received my message, he barely had time to feel happy before the anger set in. His voice was sharp with fury."Consider it done. I'll handle this personally.""If it weren't for you being in that pack, I wouldn't give that small pack a second thought. I can't believe that Adrian had the nerve to treat you like this. Don't worry—I'll make sure he pays.""As for Vivian—I only took her in because I felt sorry for her. Turns out a stray dog would've been more loyal."Hearing my father's voice after all these years broke

Chapter 2

I jolted awake to find Adrian pinning me down, reeking of alcohol, his lips smearing sloppily across my face. The stench of perfume clung to him, and there was a lipstick stain on his collar he hadn't bothered to wipe away—constant reminders that he'd been with someone else.The thought of that mouth on another she-wolf made my stomach turn. Before I could stop myself, I slapped him across the face.The slap sobered him halfway. He stared at me, bewildered. "Serena, it's me!"Then, like a magician, he produced a bouquet of crystal roses from behind his back. "I'm sorry—the project meeting ran late. That's why I'm home so late. Here, these are for you. And cake."A dainty little cake appeared before me.Once upon a time, I might have cried with gratitude. Now all I wanted to ask was, Was your meeting in a bedroom?But I held back, keeping my voice neutral. "Then stay out for the night. Don’t bother coming home just for me."He pushed the cake toward me, his tone gentle. "I can't do that

Chapter 3

The sharp click of heels cut through my thoughts. Vivian swept in wearing a red bodycon dress, her waves bouncing as she marched up to the clerk. Before anyone could ask what she needed, she scanned the office with open disdain."This place is so drab. Get me the pack's top interior designer—I want it completely redone."The clerk swallowed her irritation and explained patiently, "I'm sorry, this is the pack administration office. You don't work here, so the décor really isn't your concern."Vivian lifted her chin with an air of superiority. She pulled a document from her bag and slapped it on the desk. "Who says I don't work here? From now on, I'm in charge. When I say renovate, you renovate."It was an appointment letter, clear as day—the Beta position was being transferred to Vivian. Adrian's signature in the bottom corner was sharp and unmistakable.I'd told myself I was past caring. I'd already decided to leave. But seeing it in writing still felt like a fist closing around my hea

Chapter 4

True to his word, Adrian commissioned the pack's finest artist to paint their portrait, right there in the pack shrine, with a crowd of media covering the event."Vivian is stunning—no wonder the Alpha chose her.""She's the daughter of the Oceanridge Pack Alpha, you know. A real heiress. She and Adrian are a perfect match."Camera flashes lit up Vivian's face as she basked in the attention. Adrian had one arm around her waist, his expression radiating pure joy—a look I'd never seen in eight years together. Genuine, unguarded happiness. And that blank space on the wall had finally found its owner.Later, while Vivian was admiring the finished portrait, she noticed me collecting my things."Serena, come help me—does this painting look a little crooked?"She beckoned me like a servant. I ignored her and kept walking.Undeterred, she raised her voice so everyone could hear. "Serena, I'm sorry—I don't know what I did to offend you. Why are you being so cold? Is it because I stole your Alph

Chapter 5

The crowd grew. Reporters shoved microphones in my face."Serena, is your relationship with Adrian really what Vivian described?""Did you destroy the painting out of jealousy?""Is it true you've been stalking the Alpha?"Camera flashes blinded me. I stumbled backward. "It wasn't me! Vivian threw the wine herself!"Adrian's expression darkened further. He moved close and dropped his voice so only I could hear. "I know you're upset, but didn't we agree? Once the deal goes through, I'll cut things off with her. Can't you even wait that long?""Everyone's watching. Stop embarrassing yourself and just apologize."My fists clenched. Red-eyed, I stared up at him and ground out every syllable. "I. Didn't. Do it. Check the cameras if you don't believe me."I was done with Adrian. I didn't care which she-wolf he ran around with or who he made Luna. But he didn't get to smear my name. He didn't get to crush my dignity.He scoffed. "You're saying an heiress would frame you? Or that everyone here

Chapter 6

Four days until the celebration.After wrapping up the handover, I went home and packed everything that was mine into a suitcase. Every gift he'd ever given me, every photo we'd taken together—I threw it all into the yard and set it on fire.The flames roared skyward. Every memory of us turned to ash, dissolving into nothing. Just like what we'd had. In the end, there was nothing left.The house felt empty. I looked around the bare rooms and felt something in me go quiet.Late that night, Adrian slipped into my room carrying his usual cloud of perfume. The mattress dipped beside me, and his low voice came from above."Serena, I know you're awake. I know you're angry, but will you please just hear me out?"I kept my eyes shut and said nothing.He had the nerve to sound hurt. "You know everything I've done has been for the pack. There's a huge project about to break ground but we don't have the funding. As Alpha, the pressure is crushing me. This was my only option.""On one hand, my pac

Chapter 7

"Sorry, Serena. You'll need an invitation. We can't let you in without one."I froze. Adrian had never mentioned any invitation.From inside came the tinkling sound of laughter. Vivian stood among the guests in a Luna's formal gown, the center of everyone's attention."Adrian, you're so lucky to have such a beautiful mate. Don't forget to invite us when you have the mating ceremony!"Adrian's smile was so warm it made me doubt my own memories. "Absolutely. Being with Vivian is the greatest blessing of my life. I'll always take care of her."Their laughter cut like glass.The guard shifted awkwardly. "If you don't have an invitation, I'm afraid I'll have to ask you to leave."I fixed him with a stare that shut him up instantly."I don't have an invitation. Will this do?"I produced a gold insignia. The guard's eyes went wide. It was the crest of the Oceanridge Pack Alpha's direct bloodline—only immediate family carried the gold. Regular members received silver. Offending a direct heir o

Chapter 8

"How? What is she doing here? That woman is like a curse that won't die."Vivian muttered under her breath. She'd planned to use the celebration to introduce Adrian to her parents and lock down the alliance. If her father found out Adrian had a mistress, the deal would fall apart. She couldn't let that happen.She took a sip of wine, then suddenly clutched her chest and collapsed."Adrian... I—I don't feel well."Adrian rushed to her side. "Vivian! What's wrong?"She lay in his arms, her voice faint. "I don't know. I felt sick right after drinking that wine."Every eye went to the glass. One of Vivian's friends—a healer—caught the signal. She rushed forward, inspected the wine, and gasped."Wolfsbane! Someone poisoned it! Who would want to hurt Vivian?"Vivian bit her lip, tears glistening. "This is supposed to be the most important day for my pack, and someone's trying to kill me."Adrian took charge. "Don't panic. The dose doesn't seem lethal—I'll get you medicine. Lock down all exit

Chapter 9

Dead silence. The crowd parted instinctively, clearing a path.Adrian's hand was still gripping my collar. When he saw my father approaching, he instinctively tried to position himself between us, pasting on a respectful smile."Alpha, my apologies—she used to work for me. I have no idea why she's here, or why she would go after Vivian—"He shot a quick look at Vivian, who burst into tears on cue. "Daddy, I feel so sick. It's all her fault!"My father didn't spare them a glance. His face like thunder, he shoved Adrian aside. Adrian stumbled, crashing into Vivian, and they both went down in a heap.Everyone expected the Alpha to punish me. Even Adrian looked terrified—but a glance at Vivian kept him silent.My father seized my wrist and examined me carefully, turning my arms over, cataloging every bruise, every mark—including a deep red welt across my neck. His fists tightened.He turned slowly, his gaze sweeping the room. Every person shrank back."Point. Who did this to you? Show me."

Chapter 10

If my father discovered her poisoning was staged, he'd throw her out without a second thought. She'd fought too hard to escape her old life—the alcoholic father, the sick mother, the crushing poverty. She'd die before going back.She looked at the half-empty bottle of wolfsbane on the floor. Gritting her teeth, she snatched it up when no one was watching and drank every drop.Agony tore through her body. Breathing became a battle. But she endured it and presented herself to the healer for examination.The healer reported to my father. "She does have wolfsbane in her system. The dosage isn't fatal—antidote will clear it up."Vivian panted through the pain and looked up at him. "Do you believe me now, Father?"His expression didn't change. "Fine. Take Vivian to her room. If she's too sick for the ceremony, she stays there."Vivian panicked. "But—this is my celebration! I have to be there!"Before she could finish, my father was already leading me upstairs. He didn't look back.Vivian wat

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