Accidental Surrogate for Alpha

Chapter 443- A Private Chat

Ella

My face falls into stern, cold lines as I see my uncle step forward. He was invited to this party, of course, as part of the delegation – but honestly, after our stern message to the Atalaxians about how he was not welcome, I’m surprised that he was willing to attend.

I look up at Sinclair and follow his hard gaze towards his security team, which nods to him, assuring him that they fully vetted Xander, ensuring that he held no weapons or means of hurting us.

And considering that my mate is a weapon himself and could tear this man to pieces as easily as breathing, I suppose that there’s nothing to worry about either way. Still, I tighten my arms around my child and feel Sinclair bristle behind me, his hackles rising.

Inside me, my wolf has her teeth fully bared, snapping, eager to sink her teeth into this terrible man.

I don’t bother to calm her. Her rage is justified.

Perhaps sensing the effect he has on us, Xander smiles a little smugly and steps forward just one step, giving us a deep bow.

“Your highnesses,” he says, his voice clear and precise. “I come to offer you my congratulations on your ascension to the throne and the naming of your heir. It is…quite an accomplishment.”

“Not without its obstacles, of course,” Sinclair says, a bit through his teeth. ” But yes, it is a wonderful day – though one darkened by your presence. I’ll ask you to leave now, Xander. You are not welcome here, despite the protection of the Atalaxian government. If you refuse, I’ll have you removed.”

“I’ll go,” he says, straightening, his eyes going immediately to Rafe in my arms. “I merely wanted a chance to see the child I arranged to bring into the world. He is…as handsome a specimen as I hoped he would be.”

presence?” I snap, riled despite myself. “Your own blood? Your brother’s

or to look at me, his eyes still on Rafe. “My focus rests

pass my child to his father, who takes him willingly. Then I take two steps forward, interposing myself between myself and Rafe so that Xander forced to

I snap, my voice as cold as ice. ” You will look

queen,” he hisses, his eyes finally meeting mine, flinty

instead allowing the lavender calmness to radiate from me, to reach out towards him. I can see it, the lavender tint that the air around us takes, but I’m not sure if everyone can. Not

as my gift touches him, as he

seek. And I see…all of

your Queen is, or what country you call home. I can see it within you – the cancer is taking hold, spreading throughout. Even if you had gotten Rafe away from us, you wouldn’t have lived

taking a frightened step from me. “You are a witch – like all women

rest of your short life, Xander,” I say with a sigh, turning away from him and returning to Sinclair’s side, taking

have cursed me

bored. “Now go away. We

and I. “My property – “he growls. “You will return them

turn my eyes to Sinclair’s guards and nod. Instantly, they come forward and grab Xander by the arms, dragging him away. He makes

towards Sinclair, resting my head

nodding and taking a deep breath. Then I look up at him. ” I’m sorry – did I…I don’t want to cause an international incident. I hope

perfectly, Queen,” he says, running his knuckles down my cheek. “Do you need

mind?” I ask, looking towards the open door to a

at all,” he says, reaching for the baby. But I