Betrayed by an alpha claimed by a lycan king

Chapter 173

Betryed 173

Chapter 173

SAGE

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"I must say, they truly surpassed their father's legacy. They were the youngest and fastest heirs to conquer the Labyrinth of Truth," Scott admitted, unable to hide the pride and admiration in his voice.

Harper beamed up at him, her once childlike features now sharper, her eyes filled with wisdom far beyond her years. "We did great, right, Uncle Scott?"

Scott blinked. "Uncle?" A chuckle rumbled from his chest, caught somewhere between amusement and disbelief. He turned to me, silently asking if I was truly okay with it.

1 smiled. "You and Titus were practically brothers. I don't see anything wrong with them calling you that."

Scott exhaled through his nose, shaking his head slightly, but the fondness in his expression was undeniable. "Mom, I'm hungry," Cooper suddenly said, his voice deeper than before, catching me off guard.

"Me too, Mom," Harper chimed in, rubbing her stomach for emphasis.

I laughed softly, brushing my fingers over their hair. "Come on, guys. I'll prepare something for both of you."

But before we could take another step, a group of guards moved into formation, blocking our path.

I frowned. "What is the meaning of this?"

One of the guards hesitated before stepping forward. "I apologize, my lady. But the children-" His gaze darted to Harper and Cooper, who had entered the labyrinth as young children and emerged as adolescents. His uncertainty was evident as he struggled to find the right words. "...They are not permitted to leave without the elders' approval."

My jaw tightened. "It's not our fault the elders weren't here when the trial ended. The labyrinth has spoken. The trial is over. Now, step aside and let us pass."

The guard looked genuinely torn but remained firm. "I'm truly sorry, my lady. We are only following orders."

I clenched my fists. Frustration burned hot inside me. The trial was over, my children had proven themselves, and yet- there was always another hurdle, another battle to fight.

Scott exhaled sharply. "This is ridiculous! Step aside before anyone gets hurt!"

Before I could respond, Harper stepped forward, lifting her chin. "Fine. Then summon the elders," she commanded, her voice calm yet laced with quiet authority.

For a moment, I saw a glimpse of her father in her-the commanding presence, the unwavering confidence.

The guards exchanged uncertain glances, clearly caught off guard.

Scott crossed his arms, smirking slightly. "You heard the princess. Summon the elders."

The guards hesitated only a second longer before one of them hurried off.

watched my daughter stand her ground, I

a child

None of them were.

tight with skepticism. It was obvious that they were using this opportunity to shake the throne. With the king unconscious, they were basically the ones running the show. And

wiry man with deep frown lines etched into his face, stepped forward. His sharp gaze settled on

we stand," she said, her voice smooth but firm. “Are

ripple of unease passed through the room. The labyrinth was sacred. No one had ever dared to

murmurs at what Harper said. They couldn't believe that a child like

these children might cause?" One elder shouted, slamming his hand against the armrest of his chair. "We must hold them until we are certain

of anger through me. Hold them? As if Harper and Cooper were

urge to shift right then and there. "What excuses are

clearly

a blade. "It has never erred in revealing the truth. Are you now

stretched over

while others exchanged hesitant glances. They wanted to

my words

high, her presence commanding far beyond her years. "If we were truly a threat, the Labyrinth

passed your test. We proved our right. And yet, you still refuse to accept us. Tell me, what are

eldest among the council narrowed his gaze at the twins but remained quiet. He

the weight of the twins' words settling over the gathered elders like an unshakable storm cloud. Murmurs

unwavering. "The Labyrinth of Truth doesn't make mistakes. It judged us worthy. If you still doubt us, then maybe the real

through the hall. A few of the younger

And now, we stand here, proving that we

your own power."

child! We

was clear to me that they were clearly against the twins because they wanted

stood in front of my children; I was ready to fight for them. I will not let them have their way. I already made a mistake in allowing them to force my children to go under

for? Seize them and lock them away!" the

single guard moved. They remained frozen in

they had just witnessed something

take me

came a deep, commanding voice-one I had feared I would

had helplessly watched over. The council members stiffened, their arrogance crumbling in an

to explain to me what exactly is going on here?" His

authority wavering under the piercing gaze of the newly arrived king. The council members exchanged nervous glances,

eyes swept over the room, sharp and unyielding. His towering figure moved with the quiet power of a ruler who had faced countless battles and won. He

from the sudden turn of

the kingdom. T-These children are an anomaly. Their sudden growth and their abilities;

gaze toward Harper and Cooper, who stood tall despite the tension in the room. "How dare you call my children mere anomalies? They walked the Labyrinth of

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