All Chapters of Bullied By Mistake, Spoiled By Fate: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

_Alina's POV_Juliet was practically glowing with excitement after our encounter with Caspian. I could see the attraction in her eyes, and it made her heart race with every glance he sent her way. I was happy for her, but I couldn't help feeling a bit wary."Juliet," I said gently as we walked, "I'm glad you're excited, but remember to take things slowly. You and Caspian need time to really understand each other."Juliet nodded and I could see the excitement in her eyes. "I know, Alina. It's just... I feel such a strong connection with him."Before I could respond, Caspian approached us again, his smile as charming as ever. "I was wondering if you ladies would like to join me for afternoon tea," he suggested kindly.I hesitated, unsure if it was a good idea. But seeing the hopeful look on Juliet's face, I agreed. "Alright, we'll join you."Caspian led us to a beautifully set table in a sunlit courtyard. The setting was perfect, with the fragrance of blooming flowers and the sound of a

_Alina's POV_Shortly after Alaric left, Katie whispered to me that she needed to touch up her makeup and then left the banquet hall. I found myself alone, elegantly sipping champagne and enjoying the band's performance. The music was beautiful, and I let myself be carried away by the melody, the gentle hum of conversation around me fading into the background. I was still glowing from the dance with Alaric, feeling special and cherished.Suddenly, a sharp laugh pierced the harmonious atmosphere. I looked up to see Elena approaching with several ladies dressed in splendid attire. Their eyes were sharp, filled with curiosity and something else—jealousy, perhaps? Elena's eyes sparkled with defiance as she stopped in front of me, a cruel smile playing on her lips."Well, well, well, if it isn't the mysterious beauty everyone's talking about," Elena sneered, her voice loud enough for nearby guests to hear. "Tell me, how does it feel to be a mate not recognized by Prince Alaric?"The words

In a secluded corridor of the palace, Tanya's figure appeared stealthily. She was dressed in a dark gray hooded cloak, wrapped tightly to reveal only a pair of sharp eyes. Her steps were light and rhythmic, as if searching for something. At that moment, Elena emerged from the bustle of the banquet hall, her expression tired and dejected. Tanya's gaze locked onto Elena, a sly gleam flashing in her eyes, and she silently approached Elena.Elena seemed to sense the movement behind her and turned abruptly, seeing Tanya behind her. Elena looked at her warily. "What do you want? Why are you following me like this?"Tanya did not answer immediately but instead extended her hand towards Elena, her fist clenched, adorned with a glowing red ruby ring. "Elena," she said, her voice low and enticing. "I can help you. You want to deal with Alina, don’t you? Accept this, and you will have the power to do so."Elena's heart wavered, her gaze shifting between Tanya's hand and face. She was well aware

_Alina's POV_On the way to Juliet's shop, Alaric's Beta, Thorian, was driving, while Alaric and I sat in the back of the car. Alaric inquired about my studies and he seemed to be genuinely interested."So, how are your studies going?" Alaric asked, his eyes warm and attentive."They're going well," I replied, excitedly. "I've learned so much about court etiquette and the history of the royal family. Did you know that Queen Antoinette established the first orphanage in the kingdom? Her contributions were remarkable."Alaric nodded, a smile playing on his lips. "I did know that, but hearing your enthusiasm makes it feel new again.""I also learned about King Henry," I continued. "He was known for his diplomatic skills and managed to forge alliances that lasted for decades. It's fascinating how one person's actions can shape the future of a kingdom.""King Henry was indeed a remarkable ruler," Alaric agreed. "His strategies are still studied in political science courses today. What else

_Alina's POV_Later that night, I called Alaric and asked him to meet me in a secluded corner of the garden. He agreed, and soon we were standing together under the soft glow of the moonlight."Alaric, I need to tell you something important," I began, my voice trembling slightly. "At Juliet's store, I overheard a conversation between Caspian and a woman in the restroom. Caspian was speaking with contempt about Juliet. He plans to deceive her."Alaric's brows furrowed as he listened intently. "What exactly did you hear?"I took a deep breath, recounting the conversation word for word. When I finished, Alaric placed a comforting hand on my shoulder."Thank you for telling me, Alina. I'll keep an eye on Caspian and make sure that he doesn't harm Juliet," he promised.I felt relieved and I smiled at him. "Thank you, Alaric. I knew that I could count on you."We continued to walk through the garden, enjoying the cool night air. After a while, Alaric spoke gently. "My wolf can sense your wo