It sounded like someone was running toward the living room, and I heard loud footsteps coming from that direction.After casting a glance in this direction, I noticed that Alora was rushing over here.When her eyes landed on me, she appeared to be frozen in place. For a moment, she was on the verge of not believing that I had come back."Flo-Sister?"Hearing her pretending caring tone, I clenched my jaw. But for some reason, I felt good to see her in distress. It was clearly visible on her face that she was not happy at all.She could not hide her emotion this time. She walked toward Zack and held his arm."Zack, you said you did not care. I mean, where did you find my sister?"Zack did not turn to Alora since his eyes were on me. He replied calmly,"She was on the streets.""Really? Who was she with?"My ears picked up a faint sound of Zack's voice, and I heard him say, "With no one."Before I could hear anything more, my father who was standing in front of me, spoke out,"Why didn't
"Pfft!"I heard Alora burst out laughing. She continued to laugh until my father turned his head towards her.Alora quickly pulled herself together and stopped laughing. She averted her gaze from my father and focused on me."Sister, what are you saying? That masked man is a guard? People assumed he was a businessman or an important member of our pack based on the video footage from that club night. But a guard?"She could not help but laugh again. Zack's eyes were on from all the time.I could tell he was mocking through his eyes. As if telling me there could not be a better option."Flora, how could a guard help you? Is the king aware of his actions? He used the seal for personal use," Alora asked.With a smile, I said, "Alora, are you not glad your sister is back? You should say thank you to the guard instead of making fun of him. That guard saved your sister. Otherwise, someone would have killed her in the cell.""What? Kill you?" My father's voice came out as a surprise.I did no
I was taken aback by what he said. Was he narcissistic? What made him think I still loved him? It had been a month since I returned to this pack house, and I had never tried to speak with this man. Did he really believe I loved him? "Are you even real? You are in the bubble where you think I still love you. A man like you doesn't even deserve to see my face." My words infuriated him, and he glared at me. "You will go to Alora and say sorry to her. She is crying. Her entire body is itching, and it is all because of you." I sneered back at him. "Sorry? My foot. I have already said that I will never try anything again. So, why are you targeting me? Your fiancée is plotting yet again against me. This time you are with her, aren't you?" Zack did not listen to me as if he was deaf. He said, "Before my mom arrives, you should give Alora a herb to relieve her allergies." I could not believe what this man said. "Why don't you just go see a doctor? I am not a doctor." "I am sure you hav
It seemed as though Zack was taken aback. He might have thought he could manipulate me. But I was no longer the old foolish girl. I would not let him take advantage of my hard work and keep using it for the rest of his life.His mother's health was none of my concern. She never liked me anyway.After giving Zack a warning,I left the pack house and went to meet my best friend, Kayla.In a restaurant, we were having a conversation with one another. We planned to have our dinner there."Flora, are they treating you well?" she asked me.I responded with a nod."That's a relief," she murmured.A news broadcast was playing on the television in the restaurant's center while we were talking.Everyone could hear and see the television.I was not interested in the news because I was enjoying dinner with my best friend. However, I suddenly heard a man mention someone, and the food stuck in my throat."King Aron Elliott has an eye for the Romero Group."Kayla quickly poured a glass of water and
The following day, I was working on the project in my room, and I was very busy with it when a maid knocked on the door and entered the room."Alpha summoned you to his study room."I took a quick glance at the scattered files on my bed. I responded with a sigh and a nod.I did not realize how long I had been working on this project. My father expressed his desire for the alliance, so I had to do my best."Okay."The maid left the room. I slowly got up and only let out a hiss in pain in my back. Because I had been sitting for so long, my back was aching.I left my room and went to my father's study room. While heading toward the room, I cast a glance at Alora's room. The door was slightly opened. She was talking with someone on the phone."What are you saying? How can he think that?""Good that you have informed me. Yes, you will get your money in your account soon."I walked past her room, wondering who she was talking with. I ignored the thoughts as soon as I reached my father's stud
I thought of Alpha William. I had seen him a few times at pack parties. He did not look like the gentleman that my father claimed.However, I exhaled and nodded my head. "Okay, Dad. I will attend the meeting."My father gave me an impressed grin. I turned around to leave and pushed open the door.With shuffling thought, I closed the door behind me. As I turned to my left, I noticed Zack standing there.I was stunned.He looked at me with a frown. "Delighted to hear from your father?" he asked.I gave him a puzzled expression. "What do you mean?"He stood a short distance away from me. Hearing him made me realize that he had heard my conversation with my father.He took a step toward me before coming to a stop two feet away."You must be overjoyed to finally have the project in your hands, right?"I folded my arms across my chest and inquired, "Why do you care?"He scoffed at me. "Of course you are satisfied. I have seen you work on it all day and night. It looks like you are well aware
The day was sunny as I sat in the back seat of my father's car.That night, after mocking Alora, I realized I needed to avoid both of them. But she did not stop, instead going to my father and complaining about me.To my surprise, for the first time, my father, who loved her biological daughter the most, did not believe her. Instead of putting his trust in her, he called me to inquire about it.His question was still fresh in my mind."What is Alora saying, Flora?"That time I replied bluntly, "Dad, she isn't happy that I am working with you. Perhaps it is the reason she started doubting my intention toward her fiancé."My father said he would speak with Alora about it. From the maids, I got to learn that my father scolded Alora because of me.I was perplexed as to how my father had changed so suddenly. Did he realize how much he loved me when I was away from him?"Miss, the road is completely blocked. We need to make a U-turn and go in the opposite direction," the driver told me.I g
My father was busy when I walked into his office. I discussed many things with him. I felt like he was fond of Alpha William.Because every single time I talked about the project, he kept telling me how responsible Alpha William was. He even mentioned that he wanted to invite his family to visit our pack.Someone knocked on the door as I was having a conversation with my father."Come in," my father said to the person outside the door.But he did not remove his attention from me. The door opened, and Zack entered the room.I shot him a sideways glance. He did not look in a good mood. I wondered if our company was having trouble in doing business."So what is your thought? Should I tell Alpha William to come to our pack this week with his parents?"Hearing my father's question, I smiled at him."Sure, Dad."Zack came up to stand next to my chair. I could see his fists tighten, which confused me."Alpha, what is the hurry?" Zack asked.I remembered that he did not want the alliance to be
"What do you mean?"My father's angry voice echoed throughout the study room.I took a deep breath and answered,"He is a coward. He abandoned me in a place full of strangers. He did not care about my dignity.""Are you talking about that night with the king?"I was surprised when I heard him. "Are you aware of it? But you still want me to marry that guy?"My father stood up and said,"Look, he was not willing to leave. In front of him was the king. Who would dare to offend the king? By the way, everyone knows the king does not have any interest in a girl with no origin. If it were Alora, he might think before leaving."Tears rolled down my face. I never expected him to bring it up again.Once again, he reminded me that I was an orphan and he had adopted me. Otherwise, I had no background."Dad, I will not marry him."After saying that, I made my way to the door. My father became enraged by my decision. He spoke up from behind."No one will be worse off than me if you dare to refuse m
I knocked on the door of my father's study room. He might be busy at work. I was afraid that I would disturb his work. But I came here for an important reason. I would never marry Alpha William. I did not want to."Come in."I opened the door and stepped into the study room. I noticed my father sitting on the couch with the four officials.My gaze landed on Zack. He appeared surprised when he saw me. I noticed him frowning at the clutch I was holding as support.He seemed unaware that he had broken my leg. How would he? He was busy with his so-called Alora.I looked away from him and focused on my father."Dad"My father, Alpha Joshua, stood up from the couch and approached me. He held my hand and helped me to sit on a single couch."My dear, why didn't you call some maids to help you get here?" my father asked.I lowered my head, feeling nervous. I was upset while thinking,'Does he care about me only because of the marriage agreement with Alpha William?’I inhaled deeply while bitin
I could not believe what she was saying. Why would Alpha William like me or want to marry me?I pushed her with all of my strength. Why was I so vulnerable? I did not have my wolf's strength like hers.The push caused Alora to move from the bed. She held a wall and leaned her back against it.She chuckled when she saw my shocked expression."What? Don't you already know about it? You have been planning this for a long time."I frowned at her. "When did I plan? What are you talking about?"She folded her arms against her chest and replied,"At first, I thought letting you go was not a good idea. I won't lie. I was envious when I heard Alpha William, our pack's wealthiest Alpha, wanted you for himself. Though I am with Zack now, that doesn't mean I would let you be with any Alpha. I believe you should marry another orphan like yourself who will not hold a high rank."Tears could not stop flowing down my face as I stared at her. She had a deep-seated hatred for me. Why? Just because his
"No!"I shook my head many times. I could not fall for the king.“Kayla, you have asked that question before. I am going to tell you again. There is nothing like that.”Kayla did not talk about that matter again. But I noticed doubts in her eyes.I could not help but sigh. All of my interactions with King Aron came to mind. I bit my bottom lip as I remembered how he asked me to go to him if I needed help.After spending some time, Kayla left the pack house. I lay down on my bed, staring at the ceiling."His arm is wounded. Who dared to attack the king?" I murmured.I was deep in thought when my bedroom door opened.When I turned my head, I saw my father, Alpha Joshua.I tried to sit up quickly, but hissed in pain. I nearly forgot my right leg was bandaged."I heard you got your leg bandaged," My father said, coming over to the bed.He helped me sit up and took a seat on the edge of the bed. He rubbed my hair and uttered,"When will your bandage be taken off?""One month, Dad," I repli
"What video?"I asked Kayla as I was startled. Did anyone record any videos of the king helping me in the hospital?If they did, how could he dismiss the rumors? He was last seen with me while wearing a mask, and no one knew he was the king. What if I caused his reputation to be damaged here?After all, I was not even the real daughter of an Alpha. I was adopted, a girl who had no idea who her parents were."What's wrong? Why are you looking pale after hearing about another video?" Kayla questioned me suspiciously.I shook my head. "Nothing. I just want to know."Kayla furrowed her brows. "Babe, are you hiding something from me? You are free to share anything with me. I am your best friend."I took a deep breath and decided to tell her everything.Her expression changed when she learned that the king had helped me again."Flora, you can't think it's just a coincidence, can you? You both kept bumping each other without any plan. Or..."I looked at her with interest. "Or what?"I was ho
"Thank you so much."I said to Doctor Ken, who came outside to assist me in getting into a taxi. I told him many times that he did not have to do it and that I could go alone. However, he kept referring to me as the king's people, saying he did not want to disappoint him.After getting into the taxi, I took a look at the clutch beside me. I did not know how long I would have to use it. Doctor Ken told me that I would be fine in one month. But still, I was afraid of it.The taxi came to a halt in front of the pack house. I paid the taxi driver and got out using the clutch.I applied all of the pressure to my left leg while holding the crutch beneath my arm. I had to limp my way toward the pack house.The guards looked at me with surprise. One of them questioned me."What happened to you?"I looked at the guard with a frown. "Didn't you notice how I was in pain when I left the pack house?"The guard seemed taken aback. He might have had a different thought when he saw Zack carrying me o
One of the nurses patted my shoulder. "Did you think he was waiting for you here? You may be important, but he is the King."I looked at the empty stool where Aron had been sitting before I left the room.'Did I really expect him to be here with me?'Doctor Ken soon entered the room to review my report. He pinned the x-ray report to a whiteboard and lit it up to show me the result.After circling the back of the ankle with his fingers, Dr. Ken said,“This is where one of your bones cracked. A plaster is necessary.”I was taken aback. "Doctor, will I not be able to walk properly again?"He gave me a surprised look before shaking his head. I was startled. I assumed he was saying I was correct; I would never be able to walk properly again; perhaps I could walk with a limp."Doctor, please do something."He let out a chuckle. I looked at him in confusion.“Please, just relax. You can walk again. But your leg needs some time. You will need plaster for at least four weeks.”I rubbed my fore
I felt a chill go through me. The air around me seemed to freeze as I stared at the man. He was mysterious, but also dangerous. His eyes had the power to burn anything with his gaze if he wanted to destroy.The thoughts of him killing the people and demolishing the pack made me feel sick.The blood, the war, the cries—everything was something I never wanted to witness.King Aron turned his head to look at me. When his eyes locked with mine, I saw the smirk fade from his face.I blinked and lowered my head. Was I more afraid of him?But his voice was not cold, but rather softer than I expected. It arrived and made its way to my ears smoothly."Girl, you are too young to know who your people and enemies are. Always rely on your brain rather than your heart. Keep your eyes open."I lifted my gaze to meet his eyes again. I nodded my head when I noticed his eyes were calm."Thank you for helping me, Your Majesty."He did not respond as if he was looking through me, attempting to read my th
I was mesmerized by how he was taking care of me. He knew he could not wander the hospital since he was the king, and it would only give people a chance to start gossiping, so he told the doctor to let the nurses accompany me.Not just any ordinary nurse, but nurses assigned to assist the doctor. The doctor's reaction made me wonder if he was a big doctor.Doctor Ken nodded his head. "I am sending them right now, Your Majesty." He then left the cabin.I cast a glance at King Aron. He remained calm, but his gaze was fixed on my right leg.I felt a burn in my leg as if his gaze was so intense that it was affecting me."I could go by myself," I murmured, although I knew it would be tough for me.He grabbed a stool near the bed and sat down. I gulped, recalling the day when I woke up in the Water Garden Villa."How is your day going at the pack house?"I raised my head and looked at him. He was also looking at me.His eyes were serene but dark. Despite knowing that I could not read them,