All Chapters of Claimed by My Enemy Alpha Mate: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

Ulysses’s POVThe burning flames brought warmth and light to the dark basement. The man with messy hair chopped wood, piling it into neat stacks.“Long time no see, Carlos.”I greeted the shadowy figure softly.Maybe because of his withered right foot, his movements were slow, but it didn’t hide the sharpness in his eyes.His gray-blue eyes, so similar to Cecilia’s, met mine over the burning fire. He seemed unsurprised by my arrival. His gray-white beard moved slightly, his voice clear in the basement.“Ulysses,” Carlos tossed aside the axe. He slowly sat on a chair. “You left in a hurry last time.”“Oh, yes, I apologize for my rudeness.” I removed my wizard hat and bowed.“Apologize? How funny. I never thought wizards were particularly polite,” Carlos said with a hint of sarcasm.Indeed, wizards are like beasts with their territories. We’re used to living without disturbing each other, and visiting another wizard’s space without a good reason is akin to a direct challenge.But I had

Emilia’s POVVeronica was incredibly excited about me being chosen by the King. For once, there was a rare smile on her usually cold face. She enthusiastically directed the servants to put my things in the car and then watched as I left for the palace.“Emilia, I always knew you were a smart and beautiful girl,” Veronica said through the car window. “It’s no surprise to me that the King noticed you.” She awkwardly tried to make a friendly expression, but to me, it felt very fake.Veronica wasn’t sad to see me go. On the contrary, she showed a strange attitude about me leaving Klaus to go to the palace. There was envy mixed with a jealousy that couldn’t be ignored. In her eyes, a slave like me didn’t deserve to enter the palace, but being chosen by the King was a great honor.“Veronica, thank you for all your help before,” I said, smiling slightly and acting submissive.“It was my duty. I once served in the palace myself. It’s an honor to teach someone the King has chosen,” Veronica sa

Emilia's POV"Don’t go near the King at night."Veronica's warning suddenly echoed in my mind. The tray in my hands shook as I struggled to steady my racing heart.The king's bedchamber was vast, yet sparsely decorated and furnished, filled with an unsettling silence. A strange scent lingered in the air, a mix of spice and a hint of sweetness. Heavy velvet curtains blocked out the moonlight, leaving only a few candles to cast shadows in the darkness.The maids moved silently across the soft carpet, their steps inaudible. I watched their every move closely, placing the items from my tray onto the table, and observed as they drew open the bed's canopy."Your Majesty, it's time for your medicine," the head maid said softly, but there was no response.As the canopy was drawn back, I was startled to find the king lying naked from the waist up on the bed. His blue eyes were open, pupils narrowed into thin slits, and his limbs sprawled out. He stared unblinkingly at the ceiling, like a lifel

Anthony’s POVDusk was falling as I walked through the underground wine cellar of the castle, meticulously selecting a bottle of red wine to help Klaus sleep. He hadn't had a proper rest in a week."Anthony, Alpha wants to see you," a servant said, standing at the doorway."I know," I replied, handing the chosen bottle to the servant and leaving the cellar.Since Emilia's departure, the castle had been even quieter than usual.Especially the second floor of the castle. No one was allowed there except Alpha, but Emilia had been the only person in years to live and dine with Alpha. He let her stay in his room, tending to his wounds personally, displaying a depth of trust I had never seen him extend to anyone else.For an Alpha who had always been indifferent to emotions, Emilia undoubtedly held a special place in his heart.Emilia’s feelings were more evident, her eyes filled with undeniable love. I watched their interactions, waiting for them to confess their feelings to each other.Ye

Emilia’s POVEver since I disguised myself as a maid and sneaked into the King’s chamber, the scenes I witnessed there have been seared into my memory, replaying over and over again."Caesar, Klaus, save me," I murmured repeatedly as I kneaded the dough in my hands.From that night onward, I pondered every word the King uttered in his delirium. I felt I was on the brink of uncovering a secret, yet something was missing to connect the pieces.I knew I wouldn't get another stroke of luck like last time. Had it not been for the King's sudden episode and the shortage of maids, I wouldn't have slipped in so easily.I couldn’t be sure I’d get such an opportunity again.As I washed the flour from my hands, I realized my problem was how to leave the kitchen and gain the King's trust."Emilia." Eileen’s face appeared at the door, her voice gentle. "The Princess wishes to see you. Come with me."I glanced at the clock on the wall, puzzled by the Princess’s sudden interest in me. Since my arriva