Chapter Four: Dangers and Confrontations

Kael's POV:

I sat on my throne, my eyes fixed on Zephyr as he approached me. His expression was serious, and I could tell something was wrong.

"What is it, Zeph?" I asked, my voice firm.

"Aria has requested to leave the pack," he said, his voice low.

My eyes narrowed. "What? Why would she want to leave?"

Zephyr shifted uncomfortably in his seat. "She's unhappy with your rule, Kael. She thinks you're too harsh and demanding."

My face became dark with rage. How dare she question my leadership? I am the alpha, and my decisions are final.

"I'm the alpha, it's my job to make tough decisions," I growled. "I can't have weak members in my pack."

Zephyr sighed. "I understand, Kael, but Aria is a valuable member. We need her skills to survive. She is a fertile one.”

I waved my hand. "I'll find a new breeder, one who is loyal and obedient. Aria is no longer welcome in this pack."

Zephyr nodded, but I could see the disapproval in his eyes. I didn't care. I am the alpha, and my word is law. Besides, she only gives birth to female pups and I need an heir.

"See that she leaves immediately," I ordered, turning my attention back to the matters at hand.

Zephyr nodded and left, but I could sense his hesitation. I didn't care. I would do whatever it takes to maintain my power and control over this pack.

Just as Zephyr left, the sounds of footsteps were heard behind me. I turned around, my hackles raised ready to attack as a strange yet familiar scent filled my nostrils.

“Kieran..” I said through gritted teeth and turned to face him.

“It’s me.” He said with a mock bow.

“Get out!” I roared at him.

As Kieran approached me, a smirk played on his face. "Well, well, well. Look what we have here. The great Kael, still thinking he's in charge."

I rolled my eyes, I have more important issues to attend to but this cursed wolf was not one I would want to ignore. "Kieran, you're the last person I wanted to see. What are you doing back here?"

Kieran chuckled. "Oh, I'm just here to stir up some trouble. You know, keep things interesting. Your pack is boring.”

My face contorted in rage. "You're not welcome here. Leave now, before things get ugly."

Kieran laughed. "Oh, I'm shaking, I am so scared. You think you can intimidate me, Kael? I'm not afraid of you. You know that, I am the big brother and you the little one. It’s surprising how a kid like you got dad’s pack and I was discarded, not fair is it?”

I took a step closer, my eyes blazing with rage. "You should be. I'm not the same weakling you used to push around. I'm the alpha now, and I won't hesitate to defend my pack. And I got the throne 'cause I deserve it, if you have any problem suck it up.”

Kieran sneered. "Your pack? Ha! Do you mean the group of misfits and weaklings you've gathered around you? Please. I'll have them do my bidding in no time."

I gritted, my fists clenched. "You're not going to cause chaos in my pack. I'll stop you before you can even try. Don’t mess with me, leave while you can.”

Kieran smiled, a cold smile. "Oh, I'm shaking with fear. But I think I'll take my chances. You see, I have a plan, and it starts with finding a new breeder for the pack. Someone who will do my bidding, not yours. Just hope you get a good breeder… or else… I will use her to get to you and there is nothing you can do about it.”

I narrowed my eyes. "You'll never find someone willing to join your cause. The pack is loyal to me, and they won't betray me for you."

Kieran chuckled. "We'll see about that. I have a few tricks up my sleeve, and I'm not afraid to use them."

"You're so predictable, Kael," Kieran sneered. "You think you're the only one who can lead this pack? Newsflash, brother: you're not as strong as you think you are. You are weak!”

I snarled. "You're just trying to get in my head Kieran. It won't work."

Kieran chuckled. "Oh, but it already has. You're so easy to provoke, so easy to manipulate. And that's exactly what I'm going to do."

He stopped talking and faced me . "I'll find a way to take over this pack, Kael. And when I do, you'll be the first one I come for."

I growled, my teeth bared ready for attack. "You'll never take over this pack. I'll make sure of it."

Kieran smiled. "We'll see about that. But for now, I think I'll just leave you with a little present."

He snapped his fingers, and a figure walked into the room... A figure I recognized all too well.

"Aria," I growled, my eyes narrowing. "What are you doing with him?"

Aria smiled. "I've seen the light, Kael. And I've joined forces with the winning side. You are harsh, do not care about me, but him… he cares about me and listens to me!”

My eyes widened in shock as Kieran wrapped an arm around Aria's shoulders, pulling her close.

"Looks like you're not the only one who can play the game, brother," Kieran sneered. "And this time, I'm going to win."

I was scared at this point, Aria was one of my most loyal breeders. If my brother could get to her then…. But I refused to show my fear.

Kieran's smile grew wider as he gazed at Aria. "And now, with Aria by my side, I have everything I need to take over this pack. Including a new breeder, courtesy of our mutual friend, Ryker."

My eyes narrowed. "What are you talking about, Kieran?"

Kieran chuckled. "Oh, just a little surprise I have in store for you. You see, I've been in contact with Ryker, and he's agreed to send me a new breeder. One who will be loyal only to me."

My heart began to pound as Kieran pulled out a phone and dialed a number. "Yes, Ryker. I'm ready. Send her to me now."

My mind was already racing with plans when Kieran spoke up again. "You'll never stop me, Kael. I'll have the pack, and I'll have the breeder. And there's nothing you can do about it."

The line went dead, and Kieran turned to Aria. "It's done. Our new breeder will be here soon. And when she is, nothing will ever be the same again."

The two of them turned on their heels and left the room.

Immediately I took my phone out and dialed a number.

“Let’s talk.”