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I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 23 The pain and sorrow
I emerged from the ward, my mind still reeling from the conversation with the director. Amy's frantic approach caught me off guard. Her face was flushed with worry, and my heart clenched with concern at the sight."What's wrong?" I asked worriedly.“The situation is getting worse at the orphanage,” Amy said. “The financial crisis is increasing, and the orphanage is about to close.”Amy's words hit me like a ton of bricks, each syllable carrying the weight of impending disaster.“What?” I exclaimed. Shock and disbelief mingled within me as I struggled to comprehend the gravity of the situation. I never knew that the situation was so bad. How could this happen? Why hadn't I been informed sooner? Questions tumbled through my mind.“It has been quite a while since all this problem started,” Amy narrated. “The previous sponsors are pulling their hands, refusing to fund us any longer. No one is willing to sponsor the orphanage. The director has been depressed these days and because of that
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 24 Another problem in the project
The next day…It was Monday, and I arrived at the office early, hoping to catch Noel before the day's chaos unfolded. The office buzzed with the usual morning fervor, but my mind was preoccupied with the looming crisis at hand. Before I could even gather my thoughts, Lara approached my desk with a flustered look.Sensing something amiss, I asked worriedly, “What is the matter, Lara? Why do you look so pale?"With a heavy sigh, Lara proceeded to disclose the latest setback plaguing our project. “The project is facing another issue,” she said anxiously.Regret washed over me. My personal turmoil these past few days had left me neglecting my work. "What happened now? More data errors?" I blurted out, surprised. Everything seemed fine on Friday. What had transpired over the weekend to throw us back into crisis?“No, there are no data errors this time,” Lara explained. "It's a consequence of the previous issue. The client is coming to the office. The boss has a meeting with him this aftern
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 25 The party at the bar
The whole journey passed in silence. I longed to break the ice and speak up, but my voice seemed to have deserted me. Noel didn't seem inclined to chat either, his eyes fixed on the road ahead. My mind raced with thoughts of what could have changed since our last conversation.What if he changed his mind? What if he had found someone already to be his wife? The uncertainty gnawed at my insides, making my stomach twist into knots.I fiddled nervously with my fingers, trying to distract myself from the growing anxiety. It wasn't until the car came to a stop outside the bar that I realized how much time had passed.“We are here,” Noel announced, breaking the silence.“Yeah.” I nodded, feeling a pang of disappointment in myself. I had let this opportunity slip away. Stepping out of the car, I took a deep breath and tried to shake off my uneasiness.‘Shit, Adel,’ I cursed myself inwardly.Half an hour. Half an hour I had had with him, and I had blown it. All day I had waited for this chanc
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 26 The conditions
I stumbled into the washroom, the overwhelming urge to vomit consuming me. I doubled over, my body wracked with spasms as I emptied the contents of my stomach into the toilet bowl. It felt like I was expelling every ounce of strength along with the sickness, my head spinning with dizziness.After some time, I managed to regain my composure, leaning against the cool tiles for support as I caught my breath. Slowly, I straightened up, wiping my mouth with trembling hands before stepping out of the washroom.To my surprise, Noel was waiting for me outside. Panic surged through me, fearing that he might have discovered my secret. Clutching my stomach protectively, I braced myself for his interrogation.“You?” I stammered, my voice wavering with anxiety. “Why are you here?”“I waited for you. When you didn’t come, I came to check on you,” he replied simply, his expression unreadable.Relief washed over me as he made no mention of my condition. I quickly composed myself, eager to leave the u
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 27 The danger in the darkness
I felt a jolt in my backbone when I heard him. Living together with him? That was not possible.My belly would grow in a couple of months. I didn’t want to alert him about my pregnancy.No“This is not possible,” I quickly interjected, hoping to deflect his suggestion. “We don’t have to pretend to be husband and wife in the human world. Our relationship only needs to be shown to your pack."Noel, thankfully, didn't push the issue. "Weekly visits are mandatory," he stated simply.“Yes, okay.” I swallowed, nodding in agreement. Even with the risk of my pregnancy being exposed, I couldn't refuse pack visits entirely.With a hurried farewell, I made my way out into the cold night air, the chill serving as a stark contrast to the heat that Noel's presence had ignited within me. I stood alone on the dimly lit street, uncertainty gnawing at my insides.As I scanned the deserted road for any sign of transportation, the realization dawned on me that I was stranded in this unfamiliar neighborho
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 28 Why did you bite me?
Noel’s POV…As I sat alone in the hall, my thoughts lingered on Adelynn, her remarkable performance at work, and the surprising depth of her talent. It was undeniable that she possessed a rare combination of intelligence and dedication that set her apart from the rest of the team. Despite my initial misjudgments about her, I couldn't deny her genuine capabilities.The whole tech team had been trying tirelessly to resolve the issues, but they couldn’t. On the other hand, Adelynn had resolved it in just a few hours.Lara was right when she said Adelynn was superb.Initially, I thought she had come to this position by flaunting her charms and seducing men. But I was wrong. I had to admit that she was a genuine talent.A smart and talented woman like her was fit to be the Luna of my pack. She might be a mere human. But only the strength of a werewolf was not enough to be a good Luna in this modern age.Reflecting on Adelynn's qualities, I couldn't help but draw parallels to my own mother,
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 29 The fierce battle
Noel’s POV…My vision was clouded with rage as I witnessed the vile act unfolding before me. The audacity of those rogues to lay their hands on Adelynn ignited a fire within me that burned hotter than any fury I had ever known. How dare they defile her innocence? I wanted nothing but to kill them all.With a primal growl, I surrendered to the wild instincts coursing through my veins, shifting effortlessly into my wolf form. I killed the one who was pressing her down in a blink. His scream was mercifully short, the others momentarily stunned.The other three attacked me, intensifying my anger.How audacious!If they were thinking they could kill me, they were wrong. Even if ten rogues attacked me together, I would kill them in a blink. Letting out a snarl, I fought them. One by one, they fell before me, their pitiful attempts at resistance crumbling under the might of my wrath.The silence that followed was deafening, a stark contrast to the chaos that had consumed us moments before. A
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 30 Increased attraction
Adelynn’s POV…Noel stood before me, his demeanor hardening with resolve. I couldn't help but feel a pang of dismay at his ruthless stance toward the rogues. I knew a little about the werewolves- and now these rogues. I had no idea about them, nor did I know how they were different from those who lived in established packs. However, I detected the difference in their smell. The rogues smelled like sewers. But still, I felt it was cruel how Noel treated them."Why killing them?" I dared to question. "They are also your kind. Why this animosity?"Noel's eyes snapped towards me, a snarl twisting his lips. "Don't you dare compare us to those mutts," he growled, the sound of a low rumble in his chest. "We are not the same. We live by the rules, by the pack. They're nothing but savages, preying on the innocent with no control. So, we kill them whenever we find them. They deserve such cruel punishment.""But shouldn't you try to understand why?" I pressed on, the injustice of it gnawing at m
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I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 78 The ending
Meanwhile, Adelynn entered. “Noel!”“Come here.” I beckoned her. “Richard is… dying. Talk to him for the last time.”Her eyes, glistening with unshed tears, darted between me and Richard. Hesitantly, she approached the bed.Richard stirred slightly as she neared. A weak smile, tinged with regret, flickered across his lips. “Adel, I am sorry,” he whispered and then coughed. “I-I wanted to reject you properly, to sever the mate bond completely.”“Don’t talk,” she said. “You will be fine. Noel… why are the doctors not treating him?” Her gaze flicked to me, a question brimming in her tear-filled eyes.“He was poisoned,” I replied. “It’s too late.”“What?”“You still feel bad for me even though I hurt you so badly,” Richard chimed in, a bitter smile tugging at his lips. “I don’t deserve it, Adel… Now…” He coughed. “I, Richard Gray, reject you, Adelynn… Have a happy life… with Alpha Noel…”With that final declaration, a long sigh escaped his lips, his eyes fluttering closed. The faint rise
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 77 I can die in peace.
Upon arrival to the pack, we sent Richard for treatment. Adelynn materialized at my side. Her eyes were clouded with worry. Before I could say a word, she wrapped her arms around me, holding me tight.“I saw the news,” she murmured. “The attack was brutal. So many casualties. I was terrified… terrified the witch would hurt you."Holding her close, I inhaled the comforting scent of lavender that clung to her hair. "I'm alright, my love," I murmured, stroking her back gently.“Are you hurt?” She pulled back slightly, scrutinizing my face. Her concern intensified as her gaze lingered on the faint line of dried blood near my chest. Her fingers brushed the injury with a feather-light touch, sending a jolt of electricity sparking through me.“Are you seducing me?” I asked, grinning mischievously.She looked at me with her wide eyes and my heart thumped. At this moment, I could only think about pulling her into the bedroom and claiming her.“How mean?” She pushed me away, jolting me back to
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 76 The press conference
Noel’s POV…Two days passed, and we were still looking for the pregnant human ladies who had been taken away. But we found no clue. We had been keeping tabs on the Black Hounds Pack also, but nothing suspicious was noted. Instead, Tina had been helping us in the investigation, which was a stark contrast to the suspicion in my mind.On the other hand, human representatives were happy with us for rescuing the abducted people. We also presented evidence of witches transforming those rogues to attack the humans. While they acknowledged the explanation, the growing public outcry demanded a formal clarification. To quell the rising anxiety, they conducted a press conference.I was invited to the press conference. With all the evidence, I was ready to face the inquisitive reporters.The conference hall buzzed with anticipation. The mayor, with a reassuring smile, took the stage. He began by welcoming the assembled crowd. He announced that the kidnapped people had been rescued. He reassured t
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 75 Kidnapped and enslaved
My initial apprehension morphed into a cautious scrutiny. She was a mess. A worn-out white gown, once elegant, now hung on her frame in tatters, revealing glimpses of dirt-smudged skin. Her face, pale and gaunt, reflected a hardship that went beyond simple neglect. The stench that hit me then confirmed that she had not taken a bath for a long time.I was shocked. How did someone end up like this within the pack? My gaze drifted to the exposed skin on her arms and neck, marred by livid bruises and angry red welts. It was clear that she was abused. Who could have done this to her?Taking a deep breath, I forced my voice into a neutral tone. "Who are you?" I demanded. “What were you doing there?”She dropped to her knees and cried. “Please don’t hurt me. I didn't mean to… I didn't mean to hurt anyone here."“Who are you?” I asked again.“Ava,” she replied, her voice trembling. “Please don’t hurt me.”The fear in her posture, the raw vulnerability in her plea, chipped away at my initial a
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 74 A lurking figure
I confirmed with a nod."Are you serious?" he breathed, disbelief coloring his voice. "The baby… It's mine? I am the biological father of your baby!” A flicker of a smile, hesitant yet hopeful, played on his lips. “That means… my infertility issue… Why did you lie to me? How could you be so cruel?” He barked, glaring at me. The pain in his eyes ached my heart."I'm so sorry," I whispered, regret gnawing at me. "I… I thought you didn't love me. That you just needed a temporary wife to solve some pack issue." Shame burned in my cheeks. "I-I was afraid," I stammered, tears stinging my eyes. "Afraid you'd take the baby away from me if you knew the truth."“What?” Hurt flickered across his face, morphing into a grimace of frustration. "Take the baby? What are you even talking about?" He shook his head. "So, you planned on leaving me… with the baby? That's why you were so eager to break the contract. Why wouldn't you trust me, Adelynn? I promised to take care of you both. Didn't that mean a
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 73 The baby is mine!
Ivy’s words caught me off guard.Second chance mate? The revelation slammed into me with the force of a rogue wave. She'd already found her fated mate? So that was it. The realization dawned upon me. Ivy had returned because her mate had been kidnapped.Who could have done this and for why? Why did Ivy approach me? What did she want from me?Several questions rushed into my mind, increasing my confusion.“Tell me clearly,” I demanded.Her eyes, red-rimmed and pleading, met mine. "I'll tell you everything," she choked out. “When I met Jack abroad, I realized Mood goddess had blessed me with a second chance mate. I immediately fell in love with him despite him being a human. We thought we would have a happy life together.”She choked back a sob, her voice cracking. "Then everything changed. We learned that a werewolf had kidnapped his sister. We rushed back, hoping to find her, to help. But we were wrong. So wrong."Her eyes welled up with tears, and she chomped with emotion. She regain
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 72 Consequences for her audacity.
Adelynn’s POV…When I regained consciousness, I found myself in the familiar bedroom nestled in the warm bed. Relief washed over me, followed by a wave of dizziness. I blinked, trying to focus on the figure sitting beside the bed."Hey, sweetheart, you're awake." Noel's voice, gentle and warm, filled my ears. His smiling face stirred conflicting emotions in my heart.Gratitude warred with resentment. Yes, he had saved me once again. If he had not appeared on time, I would have been killed. But I couldn’t forget the fact that he had ignored my calls."Why did you come for me?" I blurted out, the anger laced with a tremor I couldn't quite control. "Shouldn't you have been with Ivy?"His smile faltered, a flicker of pain crossing his features. "I know you're upset," he said slowly, “but it’s all Ivy’s doing to make you jealous. She invited me to dinner, but I declined the invitation. I had an important meeting to attend to. She knew about it.”Noel explained everything to me.After heari
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 71 The cunningness
With a dismissive wave, I signaled for Caleb to leave. When he walked out, I answered the call.“Hello?”"Noel... Did I disturb you?" Ivy's voice, usually dripping with sweetness, came through the receiver. It used to sound endearing, almost playful. Now, it grated on my nerves like nails on a chalkboard."You already did," I replied flatly. "What is it, Ivy? Get to the point."A hesitant pause followed before she spoke again. "Don't be rude," she whined, the playful facade slipping slightly. "I just wanted to thank you for letting me stay at your place. I called you to invite you to dinner. Look, don't say no right away! I already invited Adelynn, and she said she'd come. It’s a treat from my side. Please, Noel… come.”I couldn't help but feel a surge of annoyance at Ivy's persistent attempts to insert herself into my life. I rubbed my brow, hesitating for a moment.I had an important meeting that I could not postpone. But the prospect of Adelynn alone with Ivy made me anxious. I did
I Slept An Alpha! Chapter 70 The sense of betrayal
Consumed by unease, I mechanically ate small portions of food whilst grappling with increasing turmoil within. I couldn’t shake off the feeling that Noel was in trouble.Suddenly, she broke through my reverie, probing gently, "Is something wrong with the dish?"Swallowing the lump forming in my throat, I muttered half-heartedly, "No, it isn't that. I just... don’t feel like eating.”“Oh, are you okay? You don’t look good.” She squinted at me inquisitively.“It’s normal for a pregnant woman to feel revulsion to certain food,” I replied nonchalantly and took some more bites.The next few minutes passed in a blur. Ivy resumed eating, eventually finishing her meal. However, I scarcely touched my plate, rendered unable to focus on anything other than Noel.Eventually, Ivy turned her attention back to me. “You must be thinking why Noel has not answered your calls. Isn’t it obvious that you mean nothing to him? As soon as I returned, his suppressed love for me emerged. He will soon break up
