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Chapter 13: Pawns in the Game
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Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 14: A Place of Safety
The drive back to the Ocean Crest pack house was heavy with unspoken words. Sarai sat in the passenger seat of Hugo’s Jeep, her arms wrapped tightly around herself as though trying to ward off the icy tendrils of fear clinging to her. Outside, the dark forest blurred into a sea of shadows, but her focus was inward—on the turmoil of her racing thoughts.Though the vehicle’s heater hummed softly, enveloping the cabin in warmth, Sarai couldn’t shake the chill that had settled deep within her chest. It wasn’t just fear; it was the echo of something primal, something awakened when Hugo had stood between her and Bruce, his power unfurling like a storm.Hugo’s hands gripped the steering wheel so tightly his knuckles were white, the tension in his frame radiating through the vehicle. He hadn’t said much since they’d left the bakery, but his presence filled the space—an overwhelming mixture of protectiveness and barely restrained anger.His sea-green eyes flicked toward her briefly, assessing,
최신 업데이트 : 2023-05-01Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 15: The Bond Explained
Hugo stood in the dimly lit library, his hands resting on the edge of the desk as he stared down at the scattered papers. The room smelled of aged wood and leather, the faint crackle of the fireplace adding a touch of warmth to the otherwise heavy atmosphere. His sea-green eyes flicked up as Zeke entered, the Beta’s expression curious but guarded.“You called?” Zeke asked, closing the door behind him.Hugo straightened, running a hand through his dark hair. “I need to tell you about tonight,” he began, his voice low. “Outside Sarai’s bakery.”Zeke’s brow furrowed, and he crossed his arms, leaning against a nearby bookshelf. “What happened?”Hugo took a deep breath, recounting the events—the sudden attack by Bruce, the surge of rage that overtook him, and the undeniable pull he felt toward Sarai. He spoke with precision, his tone measured, but Zeke caught the faint edge of uncertainty that lingered beneath his words.When Hugo finished, Zeke’s expression shifted to one of understanding.
최신 업데이트 : 2023-05-02Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 16: Vanishing Hope
Hugo climbed the stairs from his study, his footsteps heavy as the conversation with Zeke replayed in his mind. His thoughts, clouded by uncertainty and a lingering ache he couldn’t name, settled on Sarai. He needed to check on her—to see for himself that she was okay.When he reached her room, the door was ajar. A cold gust of air swept into the hallway, raising the hair on the back of his neck. Panic gripped him as he stepped inside, his sea-green eyes scanning the empty space. The bed was untouched, her belongings gone.“Sarai?” he called, his voice echoing in the silence.The house seemed unnaturally quiet. Hugo turned sharply, his mind racing. Where would she have gone? Why?“Alpha,” a young voice broke through his frantic thoughts. Hugo turned to see a young wolf standing at the end of the hall, his expression anxious. “I saw her outside.”“Where?” Hugo demanded, his tone sharper than he intended.The young wolf flinched but answered quickly. “She’s getting into a cab. She’s leav
최신 업데이트 : 2023-05-03Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 17: Storm Beneath the Moon
Hugo and Sarai stood in the driveway, the air between them crackling with tension. The moon cast a pale glow over their figures, illuminating the storm raging in their eyes. Above them, the first rumble of thunder rolled across the sky, a low, ominous sound that mirrored the chaos in their hearts.Hugo’s chest heaved, his sea-green eyes searching Sarai’s face for something—an answer, a resolution, a way to close the ever-growing chasm between them. But what he found was fire. Her sapphire-blue eyes blazed with a mix of defiance, anger, and something else he couldn’t quite name. Vulnerability?“You’re impossible,” she snapped, her voice sharp enough to cut through the humid night air. “You act like you care, and then you push me away. Do you enjoy this, Hugo? This back-and-forth? Do you think it’s fair?”He took a step closer, his voice low and tight. “I never said this was fair.”She crossed her arms, trying to shield herself from the weight of his presence. “Then what is it? What do y
최신 업데이트 : 2023-05-04Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 18: Giving In to Desire
The door slammed shut, muffling the sound of the rain as it pounded against the windows of Hugo’s room. The dim light from a single bedside lamp cast a warm glow over the space, illuminating the deep mahogany furniture, the soft, inviting bed draped in dark gray linens, and the shelves lined with well-worn books. The scent of cedarwood lingered faintly in the air, mingling with the storm’s crispness that had followed them inside. The room felt like an extension of Hugo himself—strong, warm, and full of hidden depths—creating an intimacy that made the moment even more charged. The warm glow caressed their faces, highlighting the tension and urgency between Hugo and Sarai.Hugo set her down slowly, his hands lingering at her waist as he gazed into her sapphire-blue eyes. Her chest rose and fell rapidly, her breath mingling with his as they stood so close, their bodies still brushing from the intensity of their embrace.Neither spoke. Words felt unnecessary, even intrusive, in the moment.
최신 업데이트 : 2023-05-13Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 19: Morning Light
The warm glow of sunlight filtered through the curtains, illuminating the room in soft, golden hues. Sarai stirred, her eyes fluttering open to find herself wrapped in Hugo’s arms, the dark gray sheets tangled around them both. His chest rose and fell in steady rhythm, his face relaxed in the most peaceful expression she had ever seen.For a moment, she didn’t move. She lay there, her head resting against his shoulder, listening to the soft sound of his breathing. The weight of his arm around her felt grounding, protective, as though nothing in the world could touch her while he held her.Her fingers brushed against the sheets absentmindedly, her thoughts a mixture of serenity and uncertainty. She couldn’t remember the last time she had felt this safe, this connected to someone. Yet, beneath the peace, a faint unease stirred—a whisper of doubt she couldn’t ignore.What if this was just the heat of the moment? What if this didn’t mean as much to him as it did to her? The memory of his w
최신 업데이트 : 2023-05-14Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 20: The First Soldier
The shadows of the forest deepened as night fell, the towering trees casting jagged silhouettes against the moonlit sky. Bruce stood in a clearing, his body trembling—not from fear, but from the overwhelming power surging through his veins. The bite on his wrist glowed faintly, a reminder of the pact he had made and the magic now coursing through him.“Focus,” Malrik barked, his tone sharp and unforgiving. He circled Bruce like a predator assessing his prey, his amber eyes glowing faintly in the dim light. “You’ll never control the shift if you let your emotions rule you. Anger is a tool, not a crutch. Harness it, or it will destroy you.”Bruce clenched his fists, his jaw tightening as he fought to steady his breathing. His human form felt fragile, inadequate, compared to the beast lurking just beneath the surface. He could feel it, clawing to be released, but every attempt to summon it ended in agonizing failure.“Again,” Malrik commanded, his voice cutting through the stillness. “Fee
최신 업데이트 : 2023-07-28Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 21: Trial by Darkness
The forest was alive with the sound of Bruce’s ragged breathing and the relentless snapping of branches beneath his claws. Malrik’s voice rang out like a whip crack, cutting through the night.“Faster, Bruce! If you can’t outrun your prey, you don’t deserve the power you’ve been given.”Bruce pushed harder, his limbs burning with exertion as he weaved through the dense underbrush. The moonlight barely pierced the canopy, and the shadows seemed to shift and move of their own accord. His wolf form was still unfamiliar, his muscles unsteady as he navigated the terrain. His fur, a light brown with a large black patch on his back, shimmered faintly in the moonlight, a sharp contrast to the vibrant greens and browns of the forest around him. The color seemed to mirror the turmoil within him—chaotic and brooding, yet determined. But the drive to prove himself—to Malrik, to Sarai, to everyone who had ever doubted him—propelled him forward.Malrik followed closely, his movements unnervingly flu
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Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 43: A Call to Arms
Hugo’s mind raced, his fists clenched tightly at his sides. Someone had betrayed them. There was no other explanation for how Malrik’s forces had known about the messengers. The enemy had been prepared, waiting for them beyond the borders. Someone within Ocean Crest had fed them that information.His sea-green eyes burned with fury as he paced the length of his study, his thoughts spiraling. Who could it be? A pack member? A scout? Someone close to the council? He hated to doubt his own people, but the breach of trust had cost them dearly. Their enemies were already moving, and they had barely begun rallying their allies.He slammed his fist onto the wooden desk, the sound echoing through the room. They had to act fast, and they had to find the traitor before more lives were lost.Riders were sent out before the dawn, swift wolves carrying sealed messages to every allied pack across the region. Their mission was urgent, their paths dangerous. The fat
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 42: Strength in Her Eyes
Hugo watched from the shadows of the training grounds, his sea-green eyes locked onto Sarai as she moved across the sparring ring. The sun hung low in the sky, casting golden hues over the field, highlighting the sweat glistening on her skin as she trained. He had seen her stumble, fall, and bleed, yet every time, she rose again—stronger, more determined. Each time she hit the ground, a primal urge clawed at him to step in, to shield her from the blows, to make sure she never had to endure this pain. But he fought it. This was her fight, her journey. And she was proving, day by day, that she didn’t need saving—she was learning how to save herself.For weeks, she had pushed herself harder than he ever thought possible. At first, he had doubted whether she could truly handle the brutal world she had chosen to step into. But she had proven him wrong. She had proven everyone wrong.Sarai dodged a strike from Garrick, her feet light, her movements sharper
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 41: Bound by Fate
The morning after the marking, the world felt different. The soft glow of morning filtered through the open flaps of the tent, casting golden hues over the forest clearing. Sarai lay beneath the thick sheets on the mattress, the cool air of the woods contrasting against the warmth of Hugo’s mark still tingling on her skin. The air was crisper, the sounds sharper—everything around Sarai pulsed with a new awareness. She lay in bed, the faint warmth of Hugo’s mark still tingling against her skin. Tracing her fingers over the delicate crescent moon now etched onto her shoulder, she felt a strange comfort settle within her. She was no longer just an outsider, no longer just a human amongst wolves. She belonged—to him, to this pack, to this life.Yet as much as the mark had bound them together, the weight of everything else still lingered between them. The loss of Ryker, the growing threat of Malrik, the unspoken fears neither of them had yet voiced. And Hug
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 40 : Mark of the Heart
The note came just as Sarai was settling into the small cabin she had been borrowing near the edge of the Ocean Crest territory. The Omega wolf who delivered it lingered at the doorway, his eyes lowered in deference. Sarai unfolded the parchment, her fingers trembling slightly as she read the words written in Hugo’s bold, unmistakable handwriting:Meet me in the forest, in the clearing. Tonight.No signature, no further explanation—Hugo’s style, terse and commanding. Yet the note was enough to send a thrill through her. She didn’t need details to understand the significance. Tonight was the night.The moon hung high, silver and watchful, casting its soft light through the thick canopy of the forest. The air was crisp, laden with the scent of pine, earth, and a faint, electrifying charge—as if the night itself held its breath in anticipation.Hugo stood at the edge of the clearing, his imposing figure backlit by the m
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 39: Claiming Hearts
The night was quiet in Sarai’s room, the only sound the soft rustle of the rain outside, the patter of droplets against the windowpane. She sat on the edge of her bed, her fingers absently tracing the edge of the worn fabric, lost in thought.The moment with Hugo on the training grounds kept replaying in her mind—his hand on her cheek, the tenderness in his touch that had melted the icy distance between them. It was a simple gesture, but it spoke volumes. His warmth had seeped into her skin, into her soul, and for the first time in weeks, Sarai allowed herself to feel the weight of what had been growing between them for so long.The love she felt for him was not just because of the bond they shared, the connection woven between them by fate. It was more than that. It was the way he looked at her now, with something more than the protective instinct he had carried for so long. There was admiration in his gaze, a recognition of the strength she was showing in
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 38: The Strength Within
The tension between them had been building for weeks—silent, unspoken, but undeniable. Sarai could feel it every time she entered a room, every time their gazes met and then quickly darted away. It was as if the loss of Ryker had carved a chasm between them, one neither of them knew how to cross.Sarai stood at the edge of the training grounds, watching the wolves spar. Their movements were fluid, graceful, powerful. She had always admired them from a distance, knowing her place—knowing she was just a human, unable to ever truly belong to the pack. But that had changed, hadn’t it? The war was coming, and as much as she hated to admit it, she couldn’t sit on the sidelines any longer. The thought of being useless, of being a burden, was becoming unbearable.“Hugo,” she called out, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside her. He turned, his eyes darkened with a mixture of grief and guilt. She could see the hesitation in his stance b
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 37: A Pack in Mourning
The rain fell in relentless sheets, turning the earth into a sodden, muddy expanse. The pack grounds were eerily quiet, save for the occasional roll of thunder that echoed across the skies. The air was heavy with grief, the kind that seeped into every corner of Ocean Crest’s territory. The loss of so many pack members weighed heavily on everyone, but none more so than Hugo.He stood in the center of the pack’s clearing, drenched from the rain, his sea-green eyes dark with sorrow. Around him, the wolves gathered, their heads bowed, their spirits broken. The howls of mourning pierced the air, a haunting symphony of shared pain and loss. Each cry carried the weight of a name, a memory, a life taken too soon.Hugo’s shoulders sagged under the burden of leadership, the responsibility of protecting the family that looked to him for strength. Ryker’s death was a wound that cut deeper than any physical injury. He could still see it—his loyal frien
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 36: The Weight of Helplessness
Sarai pressed herself into the farthest corner of the back room, her knees drawn to her chest and her arms wrapped tightly around them. The commotion outside was deafening—the snarls, the crashing of furniture, and the sickening sound of breaking glass filled the air, each noise sending a fresh wave of terror through her. Her heart pounded erratically, her breaths shallow and quick as if she couldn’t get enough air.The growls outside grew louder, more vicious, and with each one, her sense of vulnerability deepened. She clenched her fists, her nails digging into her palms, but the act brought little comfort. "Why can’t I do anything?" she whispered to herself, the words trembling on her lips. She felt small, powerless—a fragile human surrounded by forces she couldn’t hope to match. Her eyes darted to the locked door, the barrier between her and the chaos feeling both too thin and suffocatingly thick at the same time.Her thoughts turned to
Alpha Hugo - The Forced Rejection Chapter 35: The End of Loyalty
The bakery was a blur of snarls, claws, and fangs as Bruce and Ryker fought to the death, their primal instincts driving them into a vicious and unrelenting battle. The small space seemed to shrink under the weight of their ferocity, the clash of their massive forms shaking the very walls. Display cases shattered as Bruce’s powerful swipe sent shards of glass flying across the room. Chairs splintered and tables crashed to the ground under the weight of their blows, the destruction a chaotic testament to their raw power.Bruce fought with the singular goal to destroy and kill, his claws tearing through the air with relentless malice. Ryker countered, every strike driven by a desperate need to protect, his movements precise yet fierce. Each blow they exchanged left the bakery further ravaged, the once-cozy shop now a battleground stained with blood and chaos.Bruce’s savage attacks bore the unmistakable signature of Malrik’s dark influence. His light br
