All Chapters of Betrayed by The Exchange : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Summer stared at Dominic, disbelief clouding her thoughts. "You really want me to leave?" Her voice was laced with frustration. "After everything, you've been hell-bent on keeping me here, and now you're just going to let me walk out?"Dominic's expression was unreadable as he leaned against his desk, arms folded across his chest. "It's your choice, Summer. I'm not going to force you to stay if you don't want to be here.""Since when?" she shot back. "Since when do you care about what I want? You've kept me in this kingdom like a prisoner, and now you suddenly don't care if I leave?""If you leave, I won't stop you." His voice was calm, almost too calm as if he were restraining himself. "But you should know that if you walk out of here, you're on your own. I won't protect you anymore."Summer blinked, processing his words. "Protect me from what?" She crossed her arms tightly over her chest. "From who?""From everything out there," he said, his tone clipped. "You're a werewolf in Lycan

Davina stood by the large windows in Alan's private chambers, watching the moonlight reflect off the distant lake. Her heart raced as she sensed Alan's presence behind her. She could feel his eyes on her as if his gaze alone could set her skin aflame."You've been quiet tonight," Alan's voice broke through the silence, smooth and deep. There was an edge to it—like he was daring her to respond.Davina turned slowly to face him, her lips curling into a soft smile. "What's there to say?" she asked, her voice lilting, but her eyes held a challenge. "You have everything you wanted, don't you?"Alan's eyes narrowed slightly, his jaw tightening. He stepped closer to her, closing the distance between them until she could feel the heat of his body. "What are you implying, Davina?"She tilted her head, her fingers trailing along the surface of the windowsill as if she were contemplating something deeply. "I'm just wondering if rejecting Summer was worth it. You chose me, but are you satisfied?"

The tension was palpable as Dominic and Coleman walked through the dense forest, making their way to the meeting ground where the Elders awaited. The sun had barely risen, casting long shadows across the ground, as if the very earth sensed the gravity of the meeting to come.Coleman remained silent by Dominic's side, but his presence was steady, as always. Dominic appreciated the man's loyalty, but today was different. Today, Dominic had to face the Elders of the Lycans—Elder Simon, Elder Antonio, and Elder Philippe. Each one wielded considerable influence, and their word carried weight in the kingdom.As they reached the clearing, the three elders stood in a semicircle, their expressions grave. The oldest of them, Elder Simon, stepped forward first, his white hair gleaming in the morning light. Elder Antonio and Elder Philippe, equally serious, flanked him on either side."Dominic," Elder Simon began, his voice calm but stern, "you know why we've summoned you here."Dominic folded hi

The morning light filtered into Summer's room, casting a faint warmth across her bed. She took a deep breath, collecting herself before heading to Elara's chamber. There was a slight tension in her shoulders, knowing this day would be anything but ordinary.Arriving at Elara's door, Summer knocked softly."Come in," came Elara's calm voice from within.Pushing open the door, Summer stepped inside, offering Elara a polite nod. Elara looked up, a reserved smile touching her lips."I trust you slept well," Elara remarked, gesturing for Summer to come closer."Yes, thank you," Summer replied, her tone measured."We'll be visiting the seamstress later today," Elara continued, inspecting her nails as she spoke. "There are some preparations that need to be made. Make sure you're ready by midday."Summer nodded in acknowledgment. "I'll be prepared, my lady."Just then, the door opened again, and Jessica strode in, her heels clicking sharply on the polished floor. She stopped in her tracks upo

Jessica sat alone in her chamber, absently running her fingers along the armrest as her thoughts spiraled. Since Summer's arrival, Dominic had been noticeably… different. He had become more protective, almost watchful, and that attention was now directed solely at Summer. It grated on Jessica, stirring up emotions she wasn't sure she could contain.Why her? Jessica wondered, feeling the burn of jealousy flare within her. What does Summer have that commands his interest? She had spent years by Dominic's side, fighting for his approval, yet now it seemed all her efforts were being overshadowed by this new arrival.Her thoughts were interrupted by the soft sound of a knock at her door. Jessica straightened in her seat, carefully masking her frustration. "Come in."The door opened, and Fiona, her ever-loyal maiden, stepped inside with a deep bow. "My lady," she greeted.Jessica waved a hand dismissively. "What is it?"Fiona hesitated for a moment, as though unsure whether to share what sh