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OpheliaFor 24 hours since my stepmother came, I've been keeping an eye on her.Every step that she took, I made sure my eyes didn't leave her sight because I had no plans on going to look for her later on.It was that time again of the day where I randomly check her room because I made sure the maid randomly goes to her room to find something that would keep her busy, something that would be enough for an hour or more.I knocked on the door of her room but no one answered.I didn't just knock once; I knocked more than once, waiting for her to respond to the call but instead of doing that, she chose to do something else"Where's my stepmother?" I quickly asked the servant I saw cleaning her room."She told me to direct her to the library; she wants to check on some important history."I knew exactly what took her to the library. It wasn't just some random history but a man."What kind of history? Did she mention anything specific?" I inquired and the servant responded with a nod and s

OpheliaRespecting herself, she left the room but not without dropping her usual line, "You're going to regret it if you actually let me go, Alric." With that, she stormed out of the room.After she left, I sighed and walked back to my bed. I sat there while Alric stood and watched from a distance.Her words kept replaying in my head, "He's going to use and dump you eventually. "You think that you're important or that you're someone special but you're not," He said, causing my heart to break even more.I inhaled deeply and rubbed my palms together as I noticed he started walking towards me."It'll all be over soon. I promise," He murmured.I have a small nod because with the war and everything in hand, the last thing that I would want to do is disturb him with any drama around me."Don't worry, I'm going to be fine. I promise you, this and every other thing will surely pass," I said, and he responded with a nod.If you need any

Alric"I have a system in place for such things," I assured him. "But I will need your help in identifying the Alphas on that list who can be trusted to remain silent. Some of them may have been approached by Cassius and refused, or they may have agreed to his terms only to buy time. I need to know who I can count on."Dorian reached for the parchment and studied it for a long moment before speaking. "There are three names on this list that I believe are still loyal to you, despite their apparent allegiance to Cassius. Alpha Fenrir of the Ironclaw pack has been feeding me information for months, though he must maintain the appearance of cooperation to protect his family. Alpha Selene of the Nightshade pack is similarly situated—her territory is surrounded by Cassius's allies, and she cannot afford to openly defy him. And Alpha Viktor of the Stormhold pack has been playing both sides, though I believe his ultimate loyalty lies with you."I memorized the nam

AlricThe three Alphas listened in silence, their expressions unreadable. When I had finished, Selene was the first to speak."It is a bold plan," she said. "Risky, but bold. I like it.""There are several details that will need to be ironed out," Viktor added. "The infiltration team, for instance. We will need wolves who are skilled in stealth and combat, who can move through the forest without leaving a trace. I have a few such wolves in my pack, and I can also recommend some mercenaries who have experience with this kind of work."I nodded, making a mental note of his offer. "I will select a team from my personal guard as well. Dorian has already pledged five of his best warriors. With Fenrir and Selene's contributions, we should have a well-rounded group."The meeting continued for another hour, the conversation flowing back and forth as we debated the finer details of the strategy. We discussed the timing of the attack, the routes the infiltra

AlricThe world seemed to slow as Cassius and I locked eyes across the battlements. The chaos of the battle raging below faded into a dull roar, the cries of wounded wolves and the clash of steel becoming nothing more than background noise. In that moment, there was only him and me, two Alphas who had been circling each other for years, finally brought together by the cruel hand of fate.Cassius moved first, launching himself across the parapet with a speed that was almost too fast to track. I met him head-on, my body shifting mid-stride, my claws extending and my teeth baring in a snarl that came from somewhere deep in my chest. We collided in a tangle of fur and fury, our bodies slamming against the stone wall with a force that sent cracks spider-webbing across its surface."You should have stayed in your paradise house, Alric," Cassius growled, his breath hot against my face as he drove me back. "Hiding behind your walls like the coward you are. But no, you h