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Dominique's POV

I just finished my morning run in the forest when Betty approached me with a worried look on her face. "Dominique, we need to talk," she said, pulling me aside.

"What's wrong?" I asked, concerned.

"It's Clara," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "I think she's after your position as alpha."

My heart dropped at her words. "What do you mean?" I asked, trying to keep my tone steady.

"She's been talking to me since I got close to her like you asked," Betty explained. "She's been saying things like how you're not fit to lead and how she would do a better job."

I was shocked. I couldn't believe that Clara could do something like this.

"Don't worry, I'll take care of it," I said, patting Betty on the shoulder. "Just keep an eye on her and let me know if you hear anything else."

As Betty walked away, I couldn't help but feel a sense of betrayal. I always doubted her and hence, one of the reasons why I asked her to be my mate, to keep my enemies close.

I couldn't shake