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Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 144 I am Loyal
Kai"I never gave away classified information. I swear on my wolf, Alpha," Magnus insisted, his voice unwavering, his desperation palpable."I have been loyal. I am not an informant or a traitor. You can have me investigated if you must."I studied him carefully, listening not just to his words but to the sincerity in his voice.He believed what he was saying. He wanted to believe it. And yet… my aunt wasn’t lying either."So telling Ingrid how we found Adasha in the woods and locked her up—that wasn’t classified information?" I asked, my voice sharp as a blade.Magnus froze, his expression shifting from defensiveness to raw shock. He hadn't expected that."Did I authorise you to share that with anyone?" I continued, stepping closer, my presence looming."Did it not occur to you that if she wanted to know, she should have come to me? Instead, you volunteered that information. You handed it to her on a silver platter."Silence. He couldn’t deny it."By doing that, you placed her above
Last Updated : 2025-02-16Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 145 Arriving At The Summit
KaiWe finally arrived in Bridewood County, the tension in my chest tightening as we approached the venue.But the moment I stepped out, I realized Abraham had turned this into a spectacle.A grand one.Red carpets stretched out, cameras flashed, and alphas paraded in with their Lunas or—well, their mistresses.It was hard to tell the difference sometimes. The whole scene had the air of a gala rather than a serious gathering.I was one of the few who arrived with just my officers. And Randy, of course—he came with his Beta and Gamma, no one else.A stark contrast to Draco, who had brought his sister along with his officers.It felt like we were walking into a lavish party instead of a summit meant for governance and strategy.Sure, there would be wine, food, and dancing—but there would also be speeches, debates, and decisions that could shape the future of our kind.Somehow, the importance of that seemed lost on most.Not that I blamed them.The summit was one of the rare events where
Last Updated : 2025-02-17Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 146 A Subtle Warning
Kai Draco walked away, leaving me with Gabriel, who remained silently at my side like the ever-present shadow he was. Then, from the corner of my eye, I spotted Edmond Bruce—Vice Chairman of the council and an old friend—making his way toward me. "Alpha Malachi, good to see you," he greeted warmly, extending his hand. I clasped it firmly, nodding. Edmond’s presence here wasn’t surprising, though he wasn’t part of the Nine. His family didn’t hold that kind of power, but his influence was undeniable. "Were you thinking I wouldn’t come?" I asked, arching a brow. He chuckled. "You don’t always show up for these things. And when you do, you tend to break in and out as you please." I smirked, because he wasn’t wrong. As we spoke, his gaze flickered nervously to Gabriel, as if unsure whether he should be privy to our conversation. The sight nearly made me laugh. Gabriel and Darius had that effect on people—silent, observant, and always carrying an air of restrained dan
Last Updated : 2025-02-17Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 147 Good News?
KaiI forced myself to remain composed, watching as my aunt strode into the venue, her head held high, exuding confidence. Pride laced her every step, her broad smile sweeping across the room as if she owned it.Then her gaze met mine.But there was no time for questions—no time for confrontations. The ushers were already directing us to our seats, forcing me to momentarily push my frustration aside.And then I saw it.Not only had my section been arranged to include the Westwoods, but Ingrid was seated with us as well.Abraham had invited her as an Alpha.I clenched my jaw, irritation simmering beneath my skin. This was more than just coincidence—this was intentional."Ingrid," Austin greeted smoothly, a smile curling on his lips as he stood to pull out her chair for her.She returned the gesture with an easy smile, sliding into her seat like she belonged there.Tamara, however, wasn’t nearly as pleased. Though she masked it well, I saw the tension in her shoulders, the subtle tightn
Last Updated : 2025-02-18Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 148 Friends Or Foes
KaiIngrid was simmering. I could see it in the way her shoulders tensed, the way her hands curled into fists at her sides. But more than that, I could see something else—something deeper.She was hurt.And she had more to say."I stood by the three of you through everything," she said, her voice sharp with emotion. "I was always looking out for Laura, always prioritizing her best interests. And in doing so, I made an enemy of my own nephew."Her voice cracked slightly, but she pushed through, her eyes burning with frustration."He is my only family, and because of you, we weren’t even on speaking terms." She gestured toward me briefly."He doesn’t trust me anymore. Do you have any idea what that’s like?"Tamara and Austin remained silent, their expressions unreadable, but I could feel the weight of Ingrid’s words pressing down on them."I sat in your corner during the last summon like the perfect picture of a treacherous bitch," she spat, her voice shaking with fury. "Do you think I
Last Updated : 2025-02-18Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 149 The Narva Village
KaiSensing the tension in the air, Austin made his move."To Alpha Ingrid," he announced smoothly, raising his glass of champagne.I fought the urge to scoff at his pretentious display of celebration. The act was so transparent it was almost laughable.Tamara hesitated, her lips pressing into a thin line. But she wasn’t a fool—she knew her husband always had something up his sleeve.And so, after a brief pause, she followed his lead, raising her glass with a forced smile.Laura did the same, her movements stiff and reluctant.I, however, did not.I refused to lift my glass, refused to partake in whatever game Austin was playing. As far as I was concerned, I had nobusiness with them. And I intended to keep it that way.Then Abraham cleared his throat.The murmurs in the hall quieted.It was time.I braced myself, my fingers tightening around the stem of my glass as I prepared for whatever was coming.From across the room, I caught Edmond’s expression—worried.He didn’t like this. No o
Last Updated : 2025-02-18Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 150 A Hot Seat
Kai Abraham did not respond. His silence spoke volumes. Randy leaned forward, his tone laced with barely concealed annoyance. "I think the real reason you’re bringing this to the table is because of the power rotation argument," he said, his gaze locking onto Abraham with calculated sharpness. "After all," he continued, "Narva shares borders with all our regions. Are you trying to imply that Draco, Malachi, and I are incompetent?" A muscle in Abraham’s jaw tensed. He wasn’t expecting the conversation to turn like this. He had likely assumed we’d all be too distracted by the Moonchild revelation to connect the dots. Too bad for him. "If that’s the angle you’re trying to push, it’s not going to work," Randy went on, his voice firm. The room was silent, waiting. Watching. "Our great-grandfathers fought for these regions," he continued, his words cutting through the air like a blade. "And that law—that unchanging law—was set in place for a reason. If someone wants to become a Re
Last Updated : 2025-02-19Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 151 Drama And Unease
KaiWith the meeting finally over, it was time to mingle.The shift in atmosphere was almost immediate—the tension didn’t disappear entirely, but it softened, masked by the hum of conversation and the start of the evening’s entertainment.Music drifted through the air, and some took the opportunity to dance with their mates, engaging in lighthearted socializing.But I wasn’t in the mood for any of it.What did catch my attention, however, was that Abraham had seemingly chosen not to bring up whatever had Edmond so on edge earlier.Had he decided against it?Or was he waiting for the right moment?Maybe he feared confrontation. Maybe he wasn’t ready for the pushback. Maybe… he was playing a different game entirely.Only time would tell.And then—Randy walked up to me.I exhaled slowly, already exhausted by the thought of whatever he wanted. I really didn’t need this right now.But what made me pause wasn’t Randy himself—it was Austin.As Randy approached, I caught sight of Austin acros
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Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 246 Happy Birthday, Redwolfs
AdashaThe sun was already high when the first cars pulled up the drive, tires crunching against the gravel.I stood near the front steps, Michelle balanced on my hip, Ethan clinging to Kai’s hand beside me.The soft hum of laughter and voices rolled in from the yard where balloons bobbed in the breeze and long tables were set with food, drinks, and gifts wrapped in all colors of the rainbow.One by one, they stepped out of the vehicles—and my heart swelled with something I couldn’t quite name. Gratitude, maybe. Or just the deep, overwhelming warmth of seeing people you love all in one place, safe and smiling.Randy was the first to appear, looking more relaxed than I’d ever seen him.Olivia walked beside him, glowing in a flowing dress that barely disguised her growing belly. He had one hand protectively resting on her lower back, the other carrying a stuffed bear nearly the size of Ethan.“Don’t say anything,” Randy said with a mock glare as he saw me smirking.“I wasn’t going to say
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 245 Two Years Later
AdashaTwo Years LaterThe war with Tamara and Edmond felt like a lifetime ago.Now, the only battles Kai and I fought were over who had diaper duty or who could make the twins laugh harder.Our twins were turning one, and the house buzzed with energy as we prepared for their birthday celebration.We’d been wrapped in a bubble the past year—busy, blessed, and exhausted. Life had shifted. Priorities changed. And in that quiet, we’d drifted from everyone we once fought beside.This party was more than just a celebration for the twins. It was a reunion. A chance to gather everyone who meant something to us. To laugh. To remember. To feel like a family again.So much had changed.Randy had ended up fated to Olivia—Uncle James’ daughter.They were mated now, and from what I heard, completely inseparable.They were expecting their first child, and I couldn’t wait to meet the little one when the time came.Randy had softened, grown into himself, and it showed. I was genuinely happy for him.
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 244 I Accept
Randy“Well, are you just going to stand there?” Her voice snapped me out of the trance.I blinked. She was staring right at me, arms crossed, like I’d kept her waiting too long.“I… I thought you were— I was just—” I stammered, completely unprepared.She laughed. Soft, amused, but laced with something that curled in my gut.“Now that my family’s free, you thought I’d leave?” she asked, eyes locked on mine like she was reading every thought I’d tried to bury.I couldn’t answer. Because yeah… part of me had.She saw it. Smirked. And then, without a word, grabbed my hand and pulled me into the room.Before I knew it, I was sitting on the edge of her bed, heart pounding like I’d just run ten miles.She stood in front of me, the wickedest smile tugging at her lips. Then she slid the sheer robe from her shoulders and let it fall.I forgot how to breathe.The lingerie underneath was designed to kill. Lace. Skin. Confidence. Everything about her said mine, and she wasn’t asking for permissio
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 243 Homecoming
RandyI didn’t stick around in Bridewood after the council hearing. There was no point. My business wasn’t here—it was back home.And after everything we’d seen, everything we’d nearly lost, I wasn’t about to waste another second.The universe had given us a rare gift: survival. A second chance. That kind of mercy doesn’t come often, and it sure as hell doesn’t come twice.I had someone waiting for me. A sharp-tongued, stubborn woman who challenged me at every turn and still somehow made my world make sense. Olivia.She’d crashed into my life like a storm, and I’d spent too long pretending I didn’t want to get caught in it.No more second-guessing. No more keeping her at arm’s length because I thought it was the “right” thing to do.I was done holding back.Adasha was smiling again.That look in her eyes—that light—I hadn’t seen it in years. And if she could forgive me, then maybe it was time I started forgiving myself too.So we packed up. Jacob, Thompson, and I hit the road back to
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 242 A Fight For Balance
Kai"So what are you trying to suggest, Alpha Bouras, Alpha Olsen?" William asked.Draco didn’t blink. “I say we abolish the law against the Moonchilds—and give them a seat among the Twelve. It’s rightfully theirs.”The room froze. Then exploded.Voices rose like a storm, clashing over one another. Some shouted in disbelief, others in anger. No one talked about making the Twelve into Thirteen. That was the part that made them really uncomfortable.Draco stood steady, calm in the storm.He didn't care.And neither did Randy.“I strongly support Alpha Bouras,” Randy said, rising to his feet. “When Edmond crossed the line, it wasn’t the Twelve that stopped him. It was a Moonchild. When everyone else fell, she stood. It’s time we stop punishing a bloodline and start honouring it. This is what justice looks like.”The murmuring dropped, volume shifting as some heads nodded reluctantly.I stood next.And I didn’t sugarcoat it.“I agree,” I said. “I don’t care what anyone in this room thinks
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 241 The Sentencing
KaiIt explained everything.Adasha’s blood would have completed the serum. Stabilised Edmond’s mutation. Kept his eyes from bleeding, his mind from fracturing, his body from falling apart.Without it, he looked like something from a nightmare—a shell of a man, straining to contain power not meant for him.But what I still didn’t understand was why. Why go this far?Why betray the very council he sat on? His family had power. He had influence.So why?And still, Edmond refused to speak. Sat silent in his silver cage, eyes dull with defeat. Or delusion.Tamara wasn’t much better—except she wouldn’t stop crying.But not for her victims.Not for her daughter.Not even for the madness she helped unleash.No.She kept looking at Austin, pleading, weeping like the betrayal hadn’t even happened.“I never cheated on you, Austin,” she said, loud enough for the entire hall to hear. “I just… I wanted more for us. For our daughter. The Redwolfs were going to cheat our family. I couldn’t stand by
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 240 Still In The Hall
Kai"You have a big heart, Malachi," Abraham said, his voice low but warm.It pulled me back from watching Adasha and Austin—the quiet reconciliation unfolding in a single conversation.I gave him a faint smile. “A foolish one, too.”He shook his head. “No. You acted based on what you had. I must say, you three are wise. I had no proof—only suspicion. And yet you gave me the benefit of the doubt.”He looked around the council hall, his expression sobering.“It’s all in the past now,” he added. “And know this—I bear no grudge.”I nodded, and for once, I felt the weight ease a little.That’s when the room shifted.The side doors opened, and Gregory walked in, flanking a man I didn’t need to be introduced to.Tall, weathered, lean from hardship but still standing with dignity.The resemblance to Gregory was uncanny. But it was the eyes that told me who he truly was.James Moonchild.Adasha’s uncle.Michelle’s brother.One of the most hunted, most whispered-about survivors in our entire w
Trapped In The Alpha's Shadow 239 The Next Big Moment
KaiWe talked over the final details of our trip to the council, and that’s when I learned Austin had insisted on joining us—even though he hadn’t fully recovered.But I understood.He needed to be there.Not just as a witness, but as a man with something to put right. His presence was required, and maybe… so was his redemption.As for Laura—she was out of danger, physically—but her path was clearer than ever.She would be returning to Rivercreek.Did Tamara ever tell her the real plan? Or was she just another pawn? Another disposable piece to be sacrificed for her mother’s social climb?I couldn’t say.And maybe it didn’t matter.I didn’t feel sorry for her.I hoped she’d be better. That she’d choose better. But deep down, I knew I’d dodged a bullet.If fate hadn’t intervened—if Adasha hadn’t come into my life—I could’ve ended up just like Austin. Bound to someone who wore the name but none of the heart.There was no way Laura didn’t carry some of Tamara’s venom. It was in the way sh
