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The Alpha’s claimed mate Chapter 042
As the haze of passion began to clear, a strange sensation coursed through my body. My limbs tingled, and a deep heat spread from my core outward. Before I could process it, a sharp pain ripped through me, and I cried out, clutching at Kael’s shoulders. “Astrid?” Kael’s voice was steady but laced with concern as he held me, his gaze searching mine. The pain intensified, my muscles contracting and my bones feeling like they were stretching, breaking, and reforming all at once. “Kael…” I whimpered, my voice trembling. “What’s happening to me?” His eyes widened in realization, the dark blue deepening into crimson red. “Astrid,” he said softly, almost reverently. “You’re shifting.” “Shifting?” I gasped, my breath coming in short, labored bursts as I clung to him. Another crack sounded—my spine this time—and I screamed, the sound morphing into something raw and feral. Kael gently lowered me to the floor, his hands firm yet comforting as he knelt beside me. “Breathe, little mo
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The run back to the estate was exhilarating, the adrenaline still coursing through my veins. My body felt alive in a way it never had before, and the bond between Kael and me pulsed with an intensity that was both comforting and overwhelming. As we neared the grand hall, the glow of torches and the faint hum of voices reached my sharpened ears. Kael shifted back effortlessly, his human form emerging from the black wolf as though it was second nature. I followed suit, the shift back into my human body less painful but still jarring. I clutched the cloak Kael handed me, wrapping it tightly around my now-exposed skin. "Stay close to me," he instructed, his tone firm but protective. I nodded, sensing the tension in his body. Something was wrong. The air carried a strange scent—familiar but tainted with malice. As we entered the hall, the murmur of the crowd quieted, and all eyes turned toward us. The party that had once been lively was now subdued, an air of unease hanging over th
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The next morning, sunlight streamed through the curtains, casting a soft glow across the room. I was back in my room, no longer in the servant quarters. My body felt heavy with exhaustion from the chaos of the night before. The memories of Kael’s cousin’s arrival and the tension that followed still lingered in my mind. I shifted under the blankets, trying to make sense of everything. The Veronica I spoke with the night I arrived wasn’t the same I met yesterday. Just as I began to drift back into the haze of half-sleep, the door to my room creaked open. Instinctively, I tensed, expecting Kael—or worse, someone with bad intentions. Instead, it was Maya. Her petite frame stood in the doorway, her eyes wide with concern as she hesitated before stepping inside. "Good morning," she greeted softly, closing the door behind her. I sat up slowly, brushing my hair back from my face. "Maya? What are you doing here?" She crossed the room, carrying a tray with breakfast—steaming soup,
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Kael’s forehead lingered against mine for a moment longer before he straightened, his hand dropping from my waist but not before giving it a reassuring squeeze. He stepped back, his presence still dominating the room despite the growing distance between us. “I have to meet with the council,” he said, his voice steady but carrying a weight I couldn’t ignore. “There are... decisions to be made after last night.” I nodded, though a part of me wished he would stay. “Do you think they’ll challenge you?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. His expression hardened, a dangerous glint flashing in his crimson eyes. “They’d be fools to try.” He paused, his gaze softening as it met mine. “But even fools can cause damage if left unchecked.” I swallowed hard, the tension in the room thickening. “What should I do?” Kael tilted his head slightly, studying me as if weighing his words. “Stay here for now. Rest. I’ll handle them.” The Alpha tone in his voice made it clear this wasn’t a sugg
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The cool morning air hit my golden fur as I landed outside the pack house. My paws barely touched the ground before I took off into the woods. The sensation of running—of freedom—was unlike anything I had ever experienced before. El’s joy pulsed through me, a shared exhilaration that pushed me to go faster, deeper into the forest. The trees blurred around me as I leapt over roots and ducked under low-hanging branches. The damp earth beneath my paws felt alive, and the forest welcomed me as if I had always belonged to it. For the first time since my shift, I didn’t feel the weight of my responsibilities or the tension of being caught between Kael and the pack’s politics. Here, I was just me. “Faster!” El’s voice urged, her energy vibrant and wild. I pushed harder, my muscles burning with the effort, but it was a good kind of burn—a reminder that I was alive, capable, and powerful. The wind whipped around me, carrying the scent of pine, fresh moss, and distant water. As I ran
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The run back to the pack house was both exhilarating and unsettling. The cool night air rushed against my fur, carrying with it the scent of pine and damp earth, but my thoughts were a whirlwind of confusion. Elias’s words echoed in my mind, each one chipping away at the fragile stability I had clung to since coming here. My paws hit the ground with a steady rhythm, the forest blurring around me as I pushed myself faster, harder. El was silent, though I could feel her unease mirroring my own. Why now? Why me? The pack house loomed ahead, its familiar shape barely visible in the faint moonlight. I slowed to a trot as I approached, my golden fur glinting faintly. Shifting back into human form, I grabbed the robe I had stashed near the tree line earlier and pulled it over my shoulders. The fabric felt cold against my skin, a stark contrast to the warmth of my wolf form. Stepping into the pack house, I was immediately struck by the quiet. The usual hum of activity had faded, leav
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Kael's grip on my arm was firm as he pulled me into the pack house and up the stairs to his office, the door slamming shut behind us. The sound reverberated through the room, matching the anger that burned in his crimson eyes. He released me abruptly, pacing like a caged animal. “What the hell were you doing with him?” he growled, his voice low but dangerously sharp. “I was training,” I shot back, my own temper flaring. “You know, trying to keep myself alive in case one of your enemies decides to target me!” Kael whirled around, his gaze piercing. “With him? You think Ezra is the best choice for that? Do you have any idea what he’s capable of? What his intentions might be?” I crossed my arms, meeting his glare head-on. “You don’t get to dictate who I train with, Kael. You can’t keep me locked up and isolated forever!” His jaw clenched, and for a moment, he said nothing, his breathing heavy. Then he stepped closer, the heat of his presence igniting a fire in the already tens
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“Stop pacing, you are going to get us caught before we make a move.” El hissed at the back of my mind. “I don’t think we should do this. What if if we get caught? Or worse run into Veronica and you know who.” I muttered under my breath paving the length of my room, small beads of sweat gathers on my forehead, my pulse thudded in me ears. I am leaving. Tonight. I’ll be meeting with Ezra as I told him about my plans earlier. Even though he kicked against it, he eventually agreed and was willing to help me slip pass the night patrol. *I am leaving. Tonight. I need to leave.* The thought repeated itself like a mantra, steadying my resolve even as my nerves threatened to unravel. I couldn't stay here any longer, surrounded by lies and half-truths. Whatever answers I needed, Alice would have them. El, sensing my hesitation, chimed in. "You’ve made your decision, Astrid. Stop second-guessing yourself. Kael will never let you go willingly, and you know it." I nodded, swallowin
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I don’t know how long we walk for but a faint light shown in the distance. I could feel my bones protesting in agony, and my stomach wasn’t helping matters.I leaned against a tree, taking in deep sharp breaths.“We are almost there, little mouse.” Kael’s voice sounded so distant.Little mouse, he called me.We have been so caught up in wars and fight that we barely had time for each other. I Opened my eyes and gave in a weak smile.He lifted me into his arms, carrying like a child that weighed nothing, I placed my head in his chest listening to the sound of his heartbeat. It was loud but steady. Steady enough to calm my nerves.We got to a little house in the middle of nowhere, the air around the area was thick and heavy with magic.My feet touch the dried up leaves, that made a crunchy sound.“We’re here.” Kael said, guiding me to the front pouch, were a lantern sat my the door side. The door creaked open and a familiar figure emerged.My eyes widen in shock.“Ruby” I breathed out
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We ran deeper into the forest, our breaths ragged, the dense foliage scraping against our skin as we weaved through the trees. Kael’s hand never let go of mine, his grip grounding me, keeping me from succumbing to the fear clawing at my chest. The moonlight barely filtered through the canopy above, casting eerie shadows across the forest floor. Behind us, the sounds of the wolves tearing into the guards echoed through the night. But I knew better than to think we were safe. Kael’s mother wasn’t one to give up so easily, and every step forward felt like a countdown to another confrontation. “We need a plan,” I said between gasps, glancing over my shoulder. “She’s not going to stop.” Kael slowed his pace just enough to glance at me, his face grim and determined. “We’ll get to the eastern cliffs. There’s a path that leads down to the river. If we can reach it, we can lose her in the water.” “What about her magic? She found us once; she can do it again.” His jaw tightened. “Not
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The cold night air hit me like a slap as I burst through the crumbling gates. The forest beyond stretched like a dark, endless labyrinth, but it was freedom, and that was all that mattered. My heart pounded as I stumbled forward, my legs trembling from exertion. A deep, familiar growl pulled me to a halt. My eyes darted around the shadows until I saw him. Kael. He stood just beyond the treeline, his silhouette powerful and commanding. His wolf loomed just beneath the surface, his eyes glowing with a predatory light. Relief flooded me, and before I knew it, I was running toward him. “Kael!” He moved faster than I anticipated, meeting me halfway. His arms wrapped around me, pulling me against his chest so tightly I could barely breathe. “Astrid,” he murmured, his voice rough with emotion. His hands trembled as they roamed over me, as if he needed to confirm I was real. “You’re safe. Thank the goddess.” Tears pricked my eyes, but I pulled back slightly, gripping his
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Megan didn’t hesitate. She grabbed a thick leather satchel from the corner of the room, tossing it over her shoulder as she turned to face me. Her expression was sharp and determined, her wolf brimming just beneath the surface. “If we’re going to do this, we need to move now,” she said. “The Shadow Ward won’t stay static. Your mother’s defenses are always shifting, and every second we waste is a second closer to Astrid being lost.”I nodded, my wolf growling low with anticipation. “Lead the way.”Megan stepped to the door and paused, glancing back at me. “This isn’t just a straight fight, Kael. If we’re caught, there’s no backup, no escape. You’re ready for that?”“I wouldn’t be here if I wasn’t.”Her smirk returned, though it didn’t quite reach her eyes. “Fair enough. Let’s see if that alpha blood of yours is worth something.”***The forest was darker now, the trees dense and ancient as if the weight of centuries pressed down on them. Megan moved with the grace of a predator, her w
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The impact sent me sprawling backward, the ground biting into my palms as I landed hard. The air was charged with energy, crackling like static against my skin. I growled low in my throat, shaking my head to clear the ringing."Shit," I muttered again, struggling to my feet. My side throbbed in protest, but I ignored it, focusing on the invisible barrier in front of me.Magic. My mother’s handiwork, no doubt. She’d sealed the perimeter with one of her traps, designed to keep intruders—or escapees like me—contained. I could feel the power humming in the air, ancient and relentless.I placed my hand against the invisible force, my claws extending instinctively. It burned, a searing heat that made my wolf recoil, but I didn’t pull back. Instead, I closed my eyes and reached for the bond I shared with Astrid, searching for even the faintest trace of her.Nothing. Just a void where her presence should be.Frustration surged through me, but I shoved it aside. I couldn’t afford to lose contr
