All Chapters of Alpha's Curse: The Healer's Secret: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

The great hall glittered with lanterns and ceremony as five neighboring packs gathered for the annual Alpha's Summit. Elara stood in Landon's body at the head of the room, painfully aware of both Dominic's predatory gaze and Landon's feverish presence through their bond. He moved among the serving omegas, her body still weak from heat and healing wounds."You look magnificent tonight," Dominic purred, approaching with the fluid grace of a born Alpha. "That formal attire suits you perfectly."Through their bond, Elara felt Landon's spike of jealousy as he watched Dominic's hand settle possessively on her arm. The touch sent uncomfortable ripples through their connection."The Summit honors us with its presence," she replied diplomatically, pitching Landon's voice to its most authoritative tone."Indeed," Dominic smiled, his fingers trailing down her sleeve. "Though I can think of better ways to honor each other."Their bond flared with Landon's sudden rage, making Elara's borrowed hand

The visiting wolves circled the omega quarters like vultures, drawn by the intoxicating scent of Landon's intensifying heat. From her position at the Alpha's table, Elara watched through gritted teeth as another Beta approached him, nostrils flaring with interest.Through their bond, she felt Landon's disgust and growing panic as he tried to serve drinks while avoiding wandering hands. His borrowed body betrayed him, omega instincts making him hyper-aware of every dominant wolf's presence."Your omega is causing quite a stir," Dominic observed, his eyes tracking Landon's movements. "Perhaps she needs a stronger hand to guide her."Elara's fingers tightened on her goblet. "She serves her purpose well enough.""Does she?" Another visiting Beta – James from the Mountain Pack – stood, his intention clear. "Let me test that theory."Before Elara could intervene without raising suspicion, James cornered Landon by the wine table. Through their bond, she felt his heart racing as the Beta lean

The archive room's musty air did nothing to calm Landon's racing heart as he pored over the ancient text he'd discovered hidden behind a loose stone. His borrowed hands trembled as he read the faded words by moonlight."Soul-bound pairs may return to true forms only when hearts align in perfect truth. The price of power shared is love declared beneath Luna's crown..."Through their bond, he felt Elara's concerned inquiry at his sudden spike of excitement. *Found something,* he projected. *Important. Need to—*Footsteps in the corridor cut off his thought. Landon quickly tucked the precious scroll into his dress as voices approached."Search everything," Marcus's second-in-command ordered. "The omega's been stealing information. Beta Marcus wants her found before she reaches the Alpha."Landon's heart pounded as he slipped behind a shelf. Even imprisoned, Marcus was still pulling strings. Through their bond, he felt Elara's alarm and protective instinct surge.*Stay where you are,* he

The musty air of the pack archives made Landon's nose twitch as he sorted through ancient scrolls, another demeaning task assigned to omegas. His borrowed body ached from the morning's interrogation, but his mind remained sharp, searching for anything that might help their increasingly desperate situation.A flash of silver script caught his eye. Hidden behind centuries of pack records lay a slim volume bound in midnight blue leather, its pages rimmed with moonlight symbols. As his fingers brushed the cover, their bond hummed with recognition."Moon Goddess's Trials: A Chronicle of Sacred Transformations," he whispered, carefully opening the delicate pages. His eyes widened as he read: "When true mates reject their sacred bond, the Goddess may grant them understanding through the ultimate trial—the exchange of souls."His hands trembled as he continued reading. "The trial ends only when both souls acknowledge their truth, their bond, and their shared destiny. Should they fail to unite

The great hall blazed with torchlight as Elara stood rigidly in Landon's formal Alpha attire, surrounded by visiting pack delegates. Dominic's presence beside her felt like a brand, his casual touches growing bolder with each passing moment.Through their bond, she felt Landon's distress spike. He watched from the shadows of the omega serving area, his borrowed body trembling with the peak of heat. Each time Dominic's hand brushed her arm or back, their connection flared with shared tension."You seem distant tonight, Landon," Dominic murmured, sliding an arm around her waist in full view of everyone. "Perhaps you need something to lift your spirits."Before Elara could react, music filled the hall. Dominic pulled her into a formal dance position, their bodies pressed closer than protocol dictated. Whispers and approving nods rippled through the crowd."Perfect timing," Sabrina's voice carried from nearby. "The pack needs to see their Alpha accepting a proper mate, especially after th