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Chapter 22: Beneath the Shadow's Grasp
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Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 23: Into the Abyss
The night air hung heavy with anticipation as Samantha ventured deeper into the dense forest, her heart pounding in her chest. Every step brought her closer to the truth, yet she couldn't shake the feeling of dread that clung to her like a shroud.Suddenly, a rustling sound echoed through the trees, causing Samantha to freeze in her tracks. She strained to see through the darkness, her senses on high alert."Who's there?" she called out, her voice trembling slightly.A figure emerged from the shadows, stepping into the dim moonlight. It was a man, tall and imposing, with piercing eyes that seemed to bore into Samantha's soul."Samantha," he said, his voice low and gravelly. "You shouldn't have come here alone."Samantha's heart skipped a beat as recognition washed over her. It was her true mate, the one she had been searching for all this time. But instead of relief, she felt a surge of apprehension."Why did you lead me here?" Samantha demanded, her voice tinged with frustration. "Wh
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 24
As the door creaked open, a chilling draft swept into the room, sending shivers down Samantha's spine. She peered into the darkness, straining to see what lay beyond. Suddenly, a voice broke the silence."Who dares to enter the forbidden chamber?" it echoed, sending a shiver down Samantha's spine.Samantha's heart raced as she stepped cautiously forward. "It's me, Samantha. Is anyone there?"There was a moment of silence before the voice responded, "Samantha? What are you doing here?""It's urgent," Samantha replied, her voice trembling slightly. "I need your help."The figure emerged from the shadows, revealing a face she hadn't seen in years. It was her old mentor, Elias, his eyes filled with a mixture of surprise and concern."What's happened?" he asked, his voice grave.Samantha took a deep breath, steadying herself. "It's about the prophecy," she began. "I think I've deciphered it, but I need your expertise to confirm my findings."Elias's eyes widened in disbelief. "The prophecy
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 25: The Guardian's Challenge
The forest seemed to hold its breath as the shadowy figure drew closer, its presence casting a chilling aura over Samantha and Elias."We need to come up with a plan," Samantha whispered urgently, her eyes darting around the darkened woods for any sign of movement.Elias nodded, his expression grim. "Agreed. But we have to be careful. This creature is unlike anything we've encountered before."Samantha's heart pounded in her chest as she racked her brain for a strategy. They were facing an ancient guardian, a being of immense power and unknown capabilities."We should try to reason with it," she suggested, her voice tinged with uncertainty. "Maybe we can convince it to let us leave peacefully."Elias hesitated, his gaze fixed on the approaching figure. "It's worth a try, but we need to be cautious. This guardian may not be easily swayed."As the figure drew closer, Samantha took a deep breath, steeling herself for what was to come. They were about to face a test of strength and wit un
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 26: Echoes of Darkness
As the shadows enveloped them, Samantha's pulse quickened, her senses on high alert. She exchanged a tense glance with Elias, his expression mirroring her apprehension. "Where are you taking us?" Elias demanded, his voice echoing through the darkness. The hooded figure paused, turning to regard them with an enigmatic smile. "To the heart of the Veil," they replied cryptically. "There, you will find the answers you seek." Samantha's grip tightened on the hilt of her sword, a surge of determination coursing through her veins. "And what if we don't find what we're looking for?" she pressed, her voice steady despite the unease gnawing at her. The stranger's smile widened, sending a chill down Samantha's spine. "Then you will be lost to the shadows forever," they intoned ominously. Elias stepped forward, his gaze unwavering. "We won't let that happen," he declared, his voice firm with resolve. The figure inclined their head in acknowledgment before leading them deeper into the labyri
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 27: Echoes of the Unknown
As the eerie silence enveloped the dimly lit room, Sarah's heart raced with anticipation. She turned to face Ethan, her eyes wide with uncertainty. "Ethan, did you hear that?" Sarah whispered, her voice trembling slightly. Ethan glanced around the room, his expression mirroring Sarah's unease. "I didn't hear anything," he replied, his voice low. But before Sarah could respond, a faint rustling sound echoed from the corner of the room. It was barely audible, but it sent shivers down her spine. "There it is again," Sarah said, her voice barely above a whisper. "We need to get out of here." Ethan nodded in agreement, his hand reaching for Sarah's as they cautiously made their way towards the door. But just as they reached for the handle, the door slammed shut with a deafening bang, trapping them inside. Sarah's heart pounded in her chest as she turned to Ethan, her eyes wide with fear. "What's happening?" she asked, her voice trembling. Ethan frowned, his brow furrowed in concentr
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 28: Into the Unknown
As the dark shadows loomed closer, Samantha's heart raced with fear. She turned to Adrian, her eyes wide with apprehension. "What do we do now?" she whispered, her voice barely audible over the eerie silence of the forest. Adrian's jaw tightened as he scanned their surroundings. "We need to find shelter," he replied, his voice low and urgent. "Quickly, follow me." They dashed through the dense undergrowth, the branches scratching at their arms and faces. Samantha's pulse pounded in her ears as she struggled to keep up with Adrian's swift pace. Fear gnawed at her insides, threatening to overwhelm her. Suddenly, Adrian skidded to a halt, his eyes widening in alarm. "Look," he muttered, pointing ahead. Samantha followed his gaze and gasped in horror. Before them stood a dilapidated cabin, its windows boarded up and its roof caved in. It looked like something straight out of a nightmare. "We have no choice," Adrian said grimly. "We'll have to take our chances inside." With trembling
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 29: Revelation
The moon hung low in the night sky, casting an eerie glow over the dense forest. Samantha stood at the edge of the clearing, her heart pounding in her chest as she scanned the shadows for any sign of movement.Suddenly, a figure emerged from the darkness, moving with an otherworldly grace. Samantha's breath caught in her throat as she recognized the newcomer - her true mate."Who are you?" Samantha whispered, her voice barely above a whisper.The figure stepped closer, their features shrouded in darkness. "I am the one you have been searching for," they replied cryptically.Samantha's mind raced as she tried to make sense of the situation. How could this stranger be her true mate? And why had they waited so long to reveal themselves?Before she could voice her questions, the figure reached out and took her hand. A jolt of electricity shot through Samantha's body at the contact, and she gasped in surprise."I know this is sudden, Samantha," the figure said softly, "but there are things
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 30: Echoes of Destiny
As Samantha and her true mate found themselves enveloped in the swirling shadows, a sense of disorientation washed over them. The world around them seemed to twist and warp, shifting into a realm unlike anything they had ever known."Where are we?" Samantha whispered, her voice echoing in the darkness as she struggled to make sense of their surroundings."I'm not sure," her true mate replied, his voice tinged with uncertainty. "But it feels... otherworldly."As they cautiously navigated through the shifting shadows, they stumbled upon a mysterious figure standing before them. The figure's features were obscured by a cloak of darkness, and an eerie aura surrounded them."Who are you?" Samantha demanded, her voice trembling with a mixture of fear and curiosity.The figure remained silent for a moment before speaking in a voice that sent shivers down their spines. "I am the Guardian of the Shadows," the figure intoned, their words reverberating through the darkness. "And you have trespas
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Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 100: The Final Journey
As Ana took the book in her hands they automatically started roaming over it. And her mind was racing fast. 'Why does this feel familiar, but at the same time it is not?' She pondered as her eyes started hazing over, then they closed. Her heart started beating rapidly out of her chest. "What's happening? Why are my eyes closing on their own?" Ana thought to herself while allowing sleep to take over her. When suddenly, a memory flashed in her mind. Something which was a distant memory. Once it took over her senses, she found herself standing in the dimly lit halls of a grand castle. Being a werewolf, her senses heightened more. The scent of old worn books filled her nostrils. 'Where am I?' She pondered while trying to understand where she ended up. Ana started looking around the place when whispers filled her ears. "Alexander, are you seeing this?" She asked, but when she looked to her side, her heart sank. He was not there with her. The longer she was away from h
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 99: Revealed Birthright
As they stood outside Ana's father's office, the air around them began to thicken with tension. It was a sense that something was brewing behind the walls. Something was going to happen, yet they didn't know what.Ana's mind raced many miles a minute, trying to understand it all. A mix of emotions swirled in her hurt, something that she had never known. Yet finding out about her birth family stirred it up.'I don't know if I should do this. For some reason, my heart feels heavy, and I don't know why,' Ana wondered as she shifted from one foot to the other. Her nerves were running rampant in her body, but she couldn't calm herself down.It took everything in her to slowly come back to the present and hear what Alexander said.'I hate seeing her like this. Why can't I figure out how to help her get through her rampant emotions?' Alexander pondered as he searched her eyes for any sign of regret.Before she could think about it anymore, Alexander interrupted her thoughts. His voice was bo
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 98: Cloak of Suspicion
As night turned into day, birds started chirping, a sign that a new day had come. The sun began shining through the closed window blinds. The light danced around the room, enhancing each detail of Alexander's body.Every time he stretched, his abs protruded from underneath his pajama shirt. While this was happening, Ana was having a tense conversation with her father's assistant.As Alexander stood off the bed, the covers pooled around his feet, making a nice circle around them. Then he stretched once again and blinked a couple of times.As Alexander tried to remove any remnants of sleep that he had left, his mind started racing. Who is that talking with Ana? He wondered while just waking up.He squinted his eyes trying to see who was standing by the door. But he couldn't figure it out.After a few minutes, his eyes fully adjusted, and his anger became palpable. Alexander started balling his hands into fists.Whoever is talking with her makes my hair stand on the back of my neck, Alex
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 97: New Life?
After her mother opened the bedroom door, Ana's eyes widened at the incredible sight that was laid out before them.It was large with an open bay window, and a blush pink bed was to her right. Everything was perfectly beautiful. And that was something she desperately needed to have.The bedroom was laden with so many trinkets, and her eyes scanned every single one. "Wow! Look at this place! Everything here is exquisite," she declared as her eyes bore into something in the room. Ana started inching closer wanting to find out what it was that she was observing. Her hands were shaking uncontrollably, but with determination, she would not allow it to get in the way. While Ana was enjoying the view, her mind began running a thousand miles a minute. This life was new for her, especially with everything that she had gone through. Yet, finally, she could have the life that she dreamed of. But is this just a dream, or will she wake up to find that this is real?'This place is beautiful. I n
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 96: Distant Memory
Ana leaned closer as the last words left her mother's mouth. Her hands found the edge of the leather couch, and she grabbed onto it. She desperately tried to keep herself grounded, while listening to what her mother was saying. Ana began to pensively think about how and why now her mother was trying to be a part of her life. 'Why did my biological mother have to appear after so many years? Was it pre-ordained by the moon goddess? Or was there something else at play?' Ana wondered as she tried to understand what the meaning of her new life meant for her. "Ana, are you listening to me?" Her mother questioned before she continued with the story. Absentmindedly, Ana nodded, "Yeah, I am." She replied with a smile on her face. Right before her mother started talking again, Ana began thinking about her life, and how it would change. 'Will my mother's revelation guide me in how I view myself? And is it going to fill the void in my heart?' She wondered as her mother continued. "
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 95: New Family
"My dear, that is you," she whispered in Ana's ear while pointing at the photo that was in Ana's hand. Ana felt a chill run down her spine as her mother's words sank in. Her hand started shaking and becoming clammy. I don't believe it. That can't be me. She started thinking about the happy memories that she had of her adoptive mother. I can't believe my whole life was a lie! The person I believed to be my mom is not! She thought to herself, her eyebrows creasing in disbelief. Her eyes flitted toward her mother's face. Ana's mother had a bright smile, treating this day as a happy memory, one she would never forget. *I am happy that she is finally home. It was a long-awaited journey, one that we never expected, especially after the fire.* Scrunching her eyebrows, Ana observed the picture. She wanted to see if what her mother was saying was true. Once she saw the baby in the picture, her jaw dropped in shock. As she continued to observe the photo, Ana's heart skipped a bea
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 94: White Wolf Castle
As they stepped into the portal, Isabella felt an enigmatic pull. It was an invisible force which urged her to continue on their journey of self-discovery. She desperately clung to Alexander for answers, since everything she was feeling was new for her. "Alexander, are you feeling the same way that I am?" she asked hopeful that she was not alone. Alexander gently grabbed her hand, trying to calm her beating heart. He desperately wanted to find a way to ease her anxiety. "Can you describe it to me? I want to know what you're feeling," Alexander pleaded. Every time her heart beat rapidly, his did too. The mate bond was calling them to choose each other once again. Despite the unimaginable ways he had hurt her, Isabella's heart clenched whenever they were near. Knowing he would always be there for her, she explained what she was feeling as they traveled through the portal. "It feels as though everything in my body is beginning to break, urging the magic to flow freely
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 93: New Revelations
Still stuck with Alexander in the Sanctum, Isabella started to become agitated. She did not know what to do next. Desperately, she tried to search for a way out, but without hope, she gave up. Upon seeing her strength of heart defeated, Alexander was ecstatic. He smiled wide, and the room started to fill up with dense fog that began to swirl.His power emulated off of him in dark waves that would not stop appearing. It started surrounding Isabella and choking her to the point where her breaths started to become ragged. The longer the tendrils of the fog were wrapped around her neck, her eyes began to look like they were going to pop right out of their socket.The air started growing colder and thicker, her heart started pounding fast as if it would run right out of her chest. As she felt her hands become clammy and sweaty, Isabella wiped them on her outfit. She tried to remove the sweat from her hands. Gaining the remaining strength that she had left, Isabella took the courage and
