All Chapters of Annora: The Alpha's Prey, Beta's Obsession : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

AEGONI leaned back in my chair, scanning the room. Annora was nowhere to be seen. Usually, she'd be lurking, awaiting tasks. Her absence nagged at me for some reason. “Gregory,” I called.He entered, bowing. “Alpha?”“The Alpha from Raven's Peak arrives soon. Prepare the guards and ensure our grounds are impeccable. We must impress our potential partner.”After me, Alpha Israel was the next man who led the most prosperous pack. I wouldn’t want to make an enemy of him— except necessary. He’d accepted my invitation to talk about business, trading in particular, and how we can join resources equally for the good of both packs.Gregory nodded and departed.Next, I needed to inform Wendeline. I rose from my chair, my boots echoing off the stone floor.As I approached Wendeline's chamber, the maid curtsied in a scared tone. “Good day, Alpha Aegon. Lady Wendeline is busy and doesn't wish to see anyone.”She didn’t dare to look me in the eyes as she spoke. I frowned. “I'll decide that.”I

ANNORAWas he dying just yet? My reaction wasn’t nearly as brave as I’d hoped to be. How would I stab a dagger into his chest if I couldn’t even control my reaction?“Oh…look,” Alpha Aegon drawled. “It’s the slave.”I charged towards him and almost toppled over. It was a gory sight, to say the least— like he was bleeding in all the wrong places. Not that there were right places to bleed.It wasn't until I was before him, almost knocked out by the stench of alcohol, that I realized that the crimson stains around his torso were mere stains. His hand was what needed attention.I looked up at diluted eyes, not a single thought behind them. There were bottles and ashtrays scattered around. Alpha Aegon looked rather comfortable in his own filth. Still, I couldn’t help but be worried. It was an inclination.Besides, the only death that would be befitting for this demon must come from my arms.“You are bleeding excessively and drinking yourself to death.” I tried snatching away the bottle, but

KAIRELA sigh spilled from my lips as I stood before Aegon's door, my heart heavy with regret. Yesterday's explosive fight still lingered, and I needed to make amends. I mean, I should. I’d always been one to concede during times like this, so it had become a habit.Besides, I knew Aegon well. He’d never make the first move. Always so obstinate and unyielding. We'd been like brothers for years, sharing battles and victories, but now our bond seemed to be fraying and fast. It was hard to tell where it went wrong, but something had gone seriously wrong.I knocked once and twice, but I didn’t get a response until I took the initiative and opened the door. As I stepped inside, I was taken aback by Annora's sudden departure. She was leaving in a hurry, her arms raised to turn the knob at the exact time I’d opened the door. My brows pulled together when her eyes lingered on mine.She swept past me, oblivious to my presence, her elegant form vanishing into the hallway. My chest tightened;

KAIRELAs Annora's lips touched mine, I felt the ground beneath me shudder. The sudden spark of electricity coursing through my veins left me breathless. I stood frozen, every nook of my mimd spinning from the unexpected kiss. Her soft, full lips parted, inviting me to deepen our connection. Without thinking, I surrendered to the moment, my arms wrapping around her slender waist, pulling her closer. It felt like fireworks burst on my tongue and magic sizzled in the air.I’d never felt such a surge before. It completely owned me. Our lips danced, each glide full of passion and desire and the world around us seemed to have melted away, leaving only the two of us, lost in the intensity of it. The room echoed heavy breathing and her little moans that drove me insane.Annora's fingers tangled in my hair, her touch sending shivers down my spine. I felt every wall I had built around myself crumbling, every reservation swept away by my urges. I craved more.I wanted more. But just as sudd

ANNORAThief?What was she talking about? My eyes darted around all corners of the room as I looked to see if I was the one Elara had her finger pointed at.“Elara,” Lady Agnes called out as she stepped forward. “Let me handle this.”I understood nothing of what was going on. I was too exhausted, too mad, to even think. What was this about? Alpha Aegon, with an expression I couldn’t decipher, asked what was going on,and Lady Agnes bowed before him.“There has been a little problem,” She said. “Some of the jewels that were shipped in for Lady Wendeline’s birthday had gone missing and Elara thinks she knows who’s stolen them.”My brows pinched together. She didn’t mean me, right? That would be absolutely ridiculous. I couldn’t move from my spot because I had my arms around Sora to support her. She was too tired to be involved in all of this.“And who might that be?” Alpha Aegon asked.“Annora, Alpha!” Elara snapped. “She definitely did.”A small chuckle ripped out of my mouth. “You’re cr