Lahat ng Kabanata ng I Returned To The Alpha Who Betrayed Me With His Son: Kabanata 1 - Kabanata 10

MOONLESS’ POV. Every single day, I pray to the Moon Goddess to let my family see me for who I really am instead of the curse they believe me to be. But my prayers have remained unanswered. And today, I’m being punished for being cursed all over again. “You scumbag.” Dad’s voice echoed through the living room as he stormed toward me. I instinctively stepped backward, my heart already pounding against my ribs. “What do you mean you can’t attend the party?” he demanded. “I—I didn’t mean—” Barely getting the words out of my mouth, a hand grabbed my arm from behind. My body was violently spun around and a fist slammed into my face. Pain exploded across my cheek as I stumbled backward and crashed onto the tiled floor. For a moment, I couldn’t hear anything except the ringing in my ears. Something warm trickled from the corner of my mouth and I slowly touched it with trembling fingers. Blood. “Son,” Dad said, pulling my brother who had just punched me backward. “I don’t want you get

BRAYDEN’S POV. “Alpha King, you’re in your rut period. There’s no way you’re facing the Royal Assembly tonight. I won’t allow it.” Gina’s voice came from behind me, strained beneath the pressure of my scent filling the room. I caught her reflection in the mirror as she coughed into her fist, clearly struggling to breathe comfortably, yet she still refused to back down. I almost smiled. She had been doing this since I woke up, and apparently, she had no intention of stopping. “Gina,” I said calmly, fastening the last button of my shirt. “You know I have to go.” “You don’t have to do anything!” She moved in front of me, deliberately blocking my view of the mirror. “You’re the Alpha King. You can postpone one meeting.” My gaze settled on hers. “I know you care about me,” I said, keeping my voice steady despite the heat building beneath my skin. “Just as much as my father did when he was alive. But you of all people know I can’t neglect my duties as King.” “Your duties?” Gina scof

MOONLESS’ POV. I woke up sore in places I didn’t even know could hurt. Every muscle ached and the dull throbbing throughout my body made it difficult to move. For a moment, I remained still beneath the canopy of trees, trying to remember where I was. Then the memories of the previous night slowly returned. I looked to my left and Alpha Brayden was lying a few feet away, still asleep with his back turned toward me. I carefully pushed myself upright, wincing as pain shot through my body. The lab coat was nearby and I quickly reached for it. I pulled it around myself and moved toward the stream. The cold water made me gasp when I washed my face, but I welcomed the sensation. I needed something to clear my head. Then I caught sight of my reflection in the water. There were dark marks scattered across my neck and collarbone. I quickly looked away. Whatever had happened between Alpha Brayden and me last night was over. He is the Alpha King, and I am nothing more than a stranger. H

RHYS’ POV. “Grandma! Grandpa!” I propped the phone against a stack of files on my desk as Remus grinned at the screen. “Guess what! Dad’s new office looks so cool! There’s a big window and a soft chair and…” He gasped, leaning closer to the camera. “There’s a candy jar!” Elara laughed through the speaker. “Just one piece, sweetheart. Don’t spoil your appetite.” “I know.” Remus nodded eagerly. “Grandpa, guess what else. There’s a park right outside!” “That’s good to know,” Riven said, his gruff voice softening. “Enjoy yourself,” Elara added. “You won’t miss home too much.” Remus’ smile faded slightly. “Can you visit us? I miss you guys already.” “Of course we will,” Riven promised. “Soon.” Remus brightened almost immediately. “Grandma, do you think Rowan would have liked the office too?” The room fell silent. Elara’s smile remained, but I noticed the sadness that briefly crossed her eyes. “I think he would have loved the candy jar most of all,” she answered gently. Remus n

RHYS’ POV. “Remus, I’m really sorry for almost getting us killed.” I said again, my heart sinking. Remus smiled. “I’m fine, Dad. How long will you keep telling me sorry. I know you must be tired from work and we’re new here.” I wasn’t able to reply before the office door opened. I looked up. Brayden stepped inside. For a second, neither of us moved. His eyes widened slightly as they met mine, and I watched the realization slowly settle across his face. “You…” I forced myself to remain calm. “Yes. Me.” His gaze shifted toward the nameplate on my desk, then back to me. “You’re my therapist?” I nodded, keeping the professional smile on my face. “I am.” Brayden stared at me for another moment, clearly trying to process the coincidence. I could almost laugh. “Please, have your seat,” I said calmly, gesturing toward the chair. “We can begin whenever you’re ready.” Brayden slowly walked inside and took the offered seat. His eyes then landed on Remus, who was sitting qui