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Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 13 She Dared To Leave
Randy I stepped into the apartment, and the cold, suffocating darkness greeted me. “Adasha,” I called out, my voice echoing in the empty space. No response. A surge of panic hit me like a tidal wave. I reached for the light switch, flicking it on to illuminate the apartment. Everything was exactly as I had left it this morning—untouched, cold, and lifeless. The apartment wasn’t cleaned, and that alone screamed trouble. I moved quickly, heading to the closet. Her clothes were still there, hanging neatly in their place. Everything was intact, except for one thing—her favorite messenger bag. A chill ran down my spine as realisation sank in. She wasn’t home. Not only that, but she had left intentionally, deliberately. Where could she have gone at this hour? I reached out to link her, desperation clawing at my chest. Adasha. Nothing. No response. The connection was silent, a void that stoked the rising panic in my chest. “Pamela,” I linked my Beta’s wife urgently, already headin
Last Updated : 2024-12-22Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 14 Dinner Invite
AdashaI didn’t realize when the tears finally began to fall. Alone in that unfamiliar room, in a place that wasn’t my home, the weight of everything hit me all at once.For the first time in what felt like years, I had the space to think, to breathe, without Randy’s suffocating presence looming over me. And in that stillness, the questions came.How did it come to this?Why wasn’t I enough?Why couldn’t he change?When I met Randy, he seemed perfect—charming, attentive, the kind of man I thought I could spend forever with. What we had was almost beautiful, until his insecurities and cruelty began to seep through the cracks.It was easy to say I hated him now. I’d crossed that line long ago, but my heart still bled for the love and time I had wasted on him, waiting for him to change.I waited.I waited so long, clinging to the hope that he would see me, truly see me, and become the man I needed him to be. But that hope had been a lie, one I told myself over and over until it shattered
Last Updated : 2024-12-22Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 15 Meet The Family
AdashaWe ate in silence for most of the meal, the clinking of silverware against plates the only sound filling the room. When dessert was served, Alpha Kai’s gaze shifted in my direction, his expression unreadable but commanding.“I’d like to give you a tour of this place tonight if you don’t mind,” he said, his tone stern but measured. “Unless you have something else to do.”Declining didn’t seem like an option. My time with Randy had taught me one thing: Alphas hated being turned down. I didn’t want trouble, so I nodded silently, avoiding his gaze.“Laura is around, Malachi. We are supposed to discuss your engagement party,” the older woman said, breaking the silence.The young woman my age, seated a few places down the table, blushed deeply at the mention of her name. So, this was Laura. And I now knew Alpha Kai’s full name—Malachi.“I believe I’ve made my stance on that,” Alpha Kai replied coolly. “And I don’t want to discuss it.”There was a clear edge of annoyance in his voice,
Last Updated : 2024-12-22Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 16 An Impromptu Tour
AdashaWe strolled quietly, the sound of our footsteps echoing faintly through the hall. Once we were a comfortable distance from the dining room, he finally spoke.“You know I saved a chair for you, Adasha,” he said, his voice calm yet tinged with something I couldn’t place.I didn’t know how to respond, so I kept my gaze forward, hoping my silence wouldn’t offend him.He stopped abruptly and turned to face me, his piercing green eyes locking onto mine.“Are you afraid I’ll charm the truth out of you?” he asked, his voice low, almost teasing.There was something in his gaze—intense, knowing—that left me momentarily tongue-tied. I didn’t know if it was his words or his proximity, but I couldn’t find my voice.Kai chuckled softly, a sound that carried both amusement and confidence, as though he had anticipated my reaction. Without waiting for a response, he resumed walking, and I hurried to keep pace.He showed me around the packhouse, pointing out its various features as we went. I nod
Last Updated : 2024-12-22Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 17 A Little Lonely
AdashaI spent the night tossing and turning, my mind unable to settle. Kai’s kiss replayed over and over in my head, and I couldn’t figure out how to interpret it.Was it meant to put me at ease, to coax my secrets from me? Or was it his way of testing me, trying to see how I would react?As gentle and consuming as it had been, I couldn’t shake my weariness. Randy’s kisses had always been a weapon—used to manipulate, assert control, or remind me who held the power.That history made me wonder if there was a motive behind Kai’s actions, too.One thing I couldn’t deny, though, was that Kai was nothing like Randy.For a man who knew I was lying, who must have sensed the weight of my secrets, he had been remarkably kind.Another Alpha might have thrown me into a silver cell—or worse. But here I was, living in comfort, treated with care and patience I didn’t feel I deserved.My heart ached lightly at the thought. The kindness I had received since arriving in Eldenberge was more than I had
Last Updated : 2024-12-24Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 18 Breakfast
AdashaMay escorted me to the dining room, and to my disappointment, Alpha Kai and the other man from last night weren’t there. Instead, I found Gamma Gabe, Kai’s aunt, and Laura already seated.I resisted the urge to ask where Alpha Kai was—it would only make me seem nosy or entitled. Judging by the tense exchange at dinner the night before, I knew better than to draw attention to myself unnecessarily.Taking the same seat I had occupied last night, next to Gamma Gabe, I decided it was best to maintain politeness and keep my head down.“Good morning, Madam,” I greeted Kai’s aunt with a respectful nod. “Good morning, Gamma,” I said to Gabe, and then, “Good morning, Miss,” addressing Laura.It felt stiff, but I wasn’t on a first-name basis with any of them. Remaining cautious and formal seemed the safest approach.“Good morning, Miss Adasha. How was your night?” Gabe replied, his tone warm and accompanied by a surprisingly kind smile.I was taken aback by his friendliness but quickly m
Last Updated : 2024-12-24Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 19 A Time Alone
AdashaI was hungry, but my anger outweighed my appetite.I had endured this kind of treatment before, back in Woodshire, where Randy’s in-laws had called me a leech, a gold digger, and a charity case. At the time, I didn’t understand their reason, but now, after everything, I did.Back then, I swallowed my pride for the sake of peace. But here? Here, I owed no one anything. I didn’t need to tolerate anyone’s disdain or condescension.In the worst-case scenario, Alpha Kai would ask me to leave his territory. And honestly, as long as he gave me my bag—along with its original contents—I would leave gladly.I made a beeline for the indoor pool instead of going to my room. I didn’t want anyone finding me, and I certainly didn’t want to face Alpha Ingrid or anyone else from that dining room.Tears fell freely as I walked, hot streaks of anger and exhaustion streaming down my face.When will it end? I wondered bitterly. When will I finally find peace?The pool room was empty when I arrived,
Last Updated : 2024-12-24Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 20 Salvaged Morning
Adasha“Do you mind having breakfast with me? Just the two of us—no third parties. I know you haven’t eaten,” Kai finally said, his voice calm but inviting.Relief washed over me at his offer, and I nodded in response, grateful for the chance to finally eat without the added tension of an audience.“Meanwhile, let’s get you into dry clothes,” he added.I reached for the dress I had taken off, intending to handle it myself, but to my surprise, he scooped me up into his arms.“You don’t even weigh much,” he teased, his tone light.Despite myself, I giggled softly, caught off guard by the infectious warmth of his smile.“Gabe said you gave it to her,” he teased again, referring to the incident with his aunt, as he carried me effortlessly through the hallway.“She pushed me,” I replied, my tone half-defensive, half-amused.He laughed, the sound rich and unrestrained. “Good. You should learn to express yourself more.”His words took me aback. I was used to being silenced, my emotions dismi
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Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 86 An Iron Fist
Adasha“Even you, Magnus?” Laura said, her voice trembling with disbelief as she turned to him.I had expected her to say that—Magnus was from Rivercreek, her home, after all.Magnus looked genuinely pained, his expression filled with regret, but he didn’t waver.“Sorry, Luna,” he said, his voice soft but firm. “But Alpha’s word is law.”Laura’s eyes darted back to Kai, searching his face for any hint of hesitation.“You’re serious about this,” she said, her tone incredulous. “You would actually throw me into a cell… for her?” She spat the word with venom, her gaze flicking to me with a mixture of contempt and desperation.But Kai didn’t respond.He didn’t even look at her. His silence was deafening, a clear statement that he was done talking. The weight of his unspoken words hung in the air, suffocating and final.“Malachi, this is extreme!” Ingrid interjected, rising from her seat. “Laura is legally your wife. You can’t humiliate her like this! What will her people say? This is wron
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 85 Know Your Place
AdashaThe room was deathly silent, but Laura wasn’t done. Her voice sliced through the tension like a jagged blade, oblivious to the storm brewing in front of her.I could feel Kai’s rage, simmering and raw, and I wondered how he would handle this. Laura, blind to the signs, pressed on, her words brimming with fury and indignation.“You brought this upon yourself,” she said, her voice trembling with both anger and unshed tears. “By the time I’m through with the Easterners in the South, you’ll regret what you’ve done to my people—simply because they refused to serve your whore.”The venom in her tone stung, but the room was charged with something far more dangerous. Kai was vibrating with fury, his jaw tight, his entire frame coiled like a predator about to strike.The foolishness of Laura’s inability to recognise the line she had crossed was staggering.“Darius,” Kai said suddenly, his voice so cold and calm that it sent a shiver down my spine. “Did you get that last part?”“Yes, Alp
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 84 Breakfast
AdashaBreakfast was served in the dining room, a larger, more formal setting than usual. Kai had insisted on addressing his officers after the summons, and though it made me uneasy to eat in a room with other people, I understood the necessity.Normally, Kai would have adjusted his routine for my comfort, but this was one of those times where duty took precedence.As we entered the room, I immediately noticed there were five people seated instead of the three I had expected. The extra two—Ingrid and Laura—were impossible to miss. My chest tightened at the sight of them, but I quickly reminded myself of Kai’s promise. His assurance was all that mattered.With measured composure, I took my seat beside him. Darius and Gabe greeted me warmly, their respect evident in their tone and demeanor.Magnus followed suit, though there was an unmistakable hint of confusion in his expression, as if he was piecing together a puzzle no one had explained to him.I returned their greetings, extending
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 83 His Promise
AdashaKai’s eyes locked onto mine, unwavering and intense, as he gently brushed my cheek with his thumb. The touch was soft, almost reverent, but it carried a weight that made my heart ache.“You worry too much, Adasha,” he said, his voice steady, soothing. His gaze didn’t waver, as if he were trying to reach the deepest part of me, the part that was still scared, still unsure. “You need to learn to trust.”I swallowed hard, the lump in my throat threatening to choke me.“I know you’ve been through so much,” he continued, his tone softening even further. “But not this. I’m not Randy, Adasha, and I never will be. I don’t aspire to be like him. What we have… it’s rare. Scarce. Ordained.” He let the words settle between us, his hand never leaving my face. “I’d be a fool to throw it away—or let anyone take it from me.”His eyes darkened, a fire kindling in their depths. “I’ll find a way to make this work, I promise. And I won’t have a Luna other than you, Adasha.”His words were a vow, s
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 82 Summon Outcome
AdashaMorning crept in, the soft light painting delicate patterns on the walls. Kai was still beside me, his presence a quiet weight on the bed. It was unusual—he was always the first to rise.Perhaps the journey had drained him more than I realized. My thoughts swirled around the summons he attended with Laura and Ingrid, and unease pooled in my chest.It had to be about his bond with Laura. The idea tugged at something deep within me, a quiet ache I tried to bury.I hated the helplessness of it all, the knowledge that this was beyond my control.I turned my gaze to him, his face soft in sleep, the tension he usually carried smoothed away. For a moment, he looked almost vulnerable. I slipped out of bed carefully, the cool floor grounding me as I moved toward the shower.The steaming water offered a temporary reprieve, washing away the tangled emotions I couldn’t name. When I emerged, toweling my hair, Kai stirred. He blinked lazily, his sharp eyes focusing on me.“Why aren’t you in
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 81 Wicked
RandyMarvin’s tears flowed freely, his face a mask of despair. He knew—knew deeply—that he was in immeasurable trouble with me.He had violated our agreement, shattered what little trust I had given him, and, worst of all, placed a target squarely on Adasha’s back.If she hadn’t run away, none of this would have unraveled. I wouldn’t have needed to arrest Jason, wouldn’t have discovered the full extent of their treachery.These two were evil—loyal to no one but their own selfish interests. Adasha was no longer theirs.They had sold her to me years ago, and now they had tried to sell her again.They weren’t just failures—they were scum. Fraudsters. Betrayers.There was no excuse for what they had done.I shifted my gaze to Lois, who was trembling as she cried, and motioned for her to continue. I needed every piece of information before I decided how to act."Jason tried to get Marvin to tell him who the person was," Lois said, her voice shaking as she spoke. "But Marvin refused. He sa
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 80 Selfishness
Randy"So, you decided to reach out to your regional Alpha—me—and offer her to me for a fee, as if you were some bounty hunters," I said coldly, my voice cutting through the heavy silence."That way, you wouldn’t get in trouble for it… right?"Lois didn’t answer. She didn’t have to. Her silence was confession enough.The memory burned fresh in my mind.They’d offered her to me as if they were doing me a favour, presenting her as though she was a prize to be claimed.To them, she wasn’t a child—they saw her as a way to avoid danger and even profit. After all, the Twelve Families’ prerogative was clear: eradicate the Mad King’s bloodline at all costs.Adasha was no ordinary child. She was premium prey, a direct descendant of the Mad King himself.But when I laid eyes on her, everything changed.I knew, in that moment, that I couldn’t let anything happen to her. Not her.Instead of handing her over to the council, I did something I thought was right at the time.I paid Marvin and Lois mo
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 79 The Adoption
RandyI could see Lois was nervous, her hands trembling as she wiped at her tear-streaked face. But I didn’t interrupt her.She needed space to speak, to breathe.She knew she had no other choice—she had to tell the truth, and she knew it."The woman told us she could help us adopt," Lois began, her voice quivering. "She said there was a child available… but the child wasn’t in the system. I didn’t ask why."She paused, her gaze darting to Marvin before lowering to her lap."I guess… I guess my desperation clouded my judgment. She told us she could arrange everything—papers, custody—all of it. There was only one condition." Lois swallowed hard."We were never to return to the southern border. Ever."Her voice faltered, and she wiped her eyes again."At the time, it didn’t seem like much of a condition. We weren’t from the south. We had no ties there. It felt like such a small thing to agree to."I watched her intently, every word she spoke deepening the gravity of their situation."It
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 78 Start Talking
Randy"I swear that’s the truth," Marvin said, his voice shaky, eyes pleading for mercy. I turned to Jacob, my expression unreadable."I’ll give you some time to think it over," I said coldly, releasing the chain in my hand. It clattered loudly, a sound that seemed to echo Marvin’s faltering confidence."In the meantime," I continued, my voice firm, "you’re going to tell me everything about how you adopted my wife. I want to know why you adopted her, which Alpha sanctioned it, and whether you’re still in contact with the people who gave her to you."I shifted my attention to Lois, her nervousness written all over her face."I’ll give you a chance to answer, Lois. And believe me, what’s about to happen to your husband for lying to me will happen to you, too, if you don’t start talking."Her eyes widened in terror, but the weight of my words didn’t seem to fully register until two guards stepped into the room, their presence commanding and grim.They moved with quiet efficiency, their i
