บททั้งหมดของ The Alpha's Unwanted Plus-Size Bride: บทที่ 51 - บทที่ 60

Elowen Whitlock POV"The rogue bastard is probably in Isolde’s ward right now, licking the wounds of his precious pureblood princess," Garrick sneered, his heavy tobacco scent mixing with the metallic tang of his wolf’s breath. He stepped closer into my personal space inside the carriage, his dark eyes gleefully tearing down what was left of my pride. "I doubt Alpha Caelan has a single second to waste on a fat human like you."My stomach churned, the raw, heavy weight of the pup in my belly making the air feel thick. I spat right onto his leather boots, my voice trembling with exhaustion. "Tell me, Garrick. If I just die right here, will I finally be free of all you monsters?"His smirk vanished, his face hardening into a brutal, dark mask. "You can try, little sister."I couldn't. Not yet. But as the dark forest outline shifted, bright headlights pierced through the heavy night. Caelan’s black military jeep roared into the courtyard of the Thorncroft estate, spraying gravel against t

Elowen Whitlock POV"The Alpha planted new silver-blossom vines near the courtyard swing," Mrs. Eriksen offered softly, watching me closely. "He built it so you could rest outside and feel the fresh forest air. Would you like to sit by the garden, Luna?"I knew the sweet old omega was just trying to ease the heavy, bitter dark shadow hanging over my soul, so I patted her arm gently. "I am fine, Mrs. Eriksen. I just need to lie down in my chamber. Please take some time for yourself."Once inside the master bedroom, I dragged my leather travel trunks out from the closet and threw them over the carved wooden bed. I opened the wardrobe, grabbing my tunic dresses, warm wool cloaks, and personal belongings, stuffing them directly into the bags.The heavy oak door swung open, and Caelan stepped into the threshold. His dark golden eyes flared with instant, dangerous heat when he saw the open trunks. "What are you doing, Elowen?"I kept my head down, folding a thick wool sweater without lookin

Elowen Whitlock POVShortly after, I heard the loud roar of Caelan’s war-car engine revving outside as he tore out of the courtyard.Still feeling deeply drowsy from the long night, I fell asleep again almost immediately after he left.It was already nine in the morning when my eyes fluttered open to the vibration of my communicator on the nightstand. Caelan’s name flashed on the screen.Still tangled in the heavy furs, I pressed the glass to my ear. "Hello?""Are you awake?" His deep voice sounded unusually relaxed, almost in a good mood."Yeah.""Get dressed and come have breakfast with me. I'm waiting for you in the Alpha office."Stunned, I answered instinctively, "I am eating here at the villa.""Osric is waiting outside the gates for you right now," Caelan replied. I vaguely heard someone knocking on the heavy timber door on his end of the line, signaling pack council business. He quickly repeated, "I'll be waiting for you!"He cut the connection before I could protest.I lay in

Elowen Whitlock POV"Dr. Evelina, we have been working alongside the council for seasons," I said, a soft smile touching my lips despite the low ache in my human body. "Tell us what you require from the Dominion, and we will grant it."Dr. Evelina Frostmere let out a relieved laugh, bowing her head.Her mate, Elder Leofric Ashfang, leaned forward, his rough wolf voice clearing the heavy silence. "The truth is, our young niece, Seren Hollowmere, has just finished her training at the Moonfang Academy Grounds. Joining the Thorncroft Alpha Dominion is her dream. She is young, but her instincts are sharp. Since your trade requirements are so ruthless, we hoped you might grant her a place in your ranks."I froze for a beat, glancing sideways at Caelan.The Thorncroft Alpha Dominion did not accept low-ranking bloodlines on a whim; every member was vetted by our supreme council officers.Joining Caelan’s ranks meant high territorial standing and massive prestige, far beyond the smaller outlyi

Then I recalled seeing her with a male downstairs yesterday, so I pried some more. "Was that your mate fetched you downstairs yesterday evening?"She froze for a brief second, shock hitting her features. "What?""The dark-haired male in the black land-rover. Is he your mate?" It was a casual question, but her scent flared with sharp panic.I offered a small, easy smile. "I caught a glimpse of you two by chance. Why are you so nervous? A mated human female like me is hardly going to steal him away."Her smile turned strained and tight. "Luna Elowen, it is not that. You know I prefer to keep my personal life out of the administrative halls. Besides, the females in this hall all swore an oath not to take mates or carry pups for their first five cycles of service."The Thorncroft Alpha Dominion was a coveted territory to serve, but Alaric Thorncroft had once set a strict pack rule that female administrative officers could not form mate-bonds or take pregnancy leave during their first five