Defy The Alpha(s)

Chapter 606: Marry Alpha Asher

"Congratulations, Alpha Asher," kept ringing over and over again until it became a mantra Asher just nodded to. He never thought so many people would show up for the coronation, and now, everyone wanted a moment of his time.

Music pulsed through the courtyard, blending with the smell of roasted meat and sweet wine. Laughter filled the air as the west pack celebrated as if tomorrow would never come.

Asher stood by the long banquet table, half-listening to yet another toast. At his side, Ezra watched quietly, only intervening when it was necessary.

A tall man with a polite smile and expensive cologne approached, his human scent distinct even amidst the crowd.

"Alpha Asher," he greeted warmly, extending a hand. "It’s an honor. Gideon Mann, CEO of Astra Industries, one of Aster City’s top trade companies."

"Astra Industries is a textile conglomerate," Asher noted. "You’re the one funding that women’s manufacturing hub in District Six."

"Indeed," Gideon replied proudly. "We precisely train women, giving them steady income through tailoring and distribution. It’s a noble initiative, and quite profitable too."

That caught Asher’s attention. "And how would that benefit the West Pack?"

Gideon leaned closer. "We could establish a branch here. The older women of your pack, lots of them with no education, could work with us. We’ll provide the equipment and trade access to the human markets. You’d be strengthening the economy and reputation of the West pack."

Ezra nodded in approval. "That’s actually worth considering."

Asher gave a small, thoughtful hum. He could already picture how this would empower the women of his pack, giving them purpose.

Jeremiah to meet with your team," Asher said in a clipped voice. "If

beneficial." He raised

respond, the man’s tone shifted. "Also if I may ask, is it true

on his

half a heartbeat before schooling his face into calm. "What makes you think I’m

the kind of sly, self-satisfied laugh that grated Asher’s nerves. "Oh, I’ve heard rumors. Something about you being

corrected, his tone sharp enough to cut steel. "And watch the way you

rumor has it she’s already mated to three of your fellow Cardinal Alphas." He tilted his head toward Roman, who at that very moment was being

the scene, then back to Gideon, his face expressionless.

have a daughter, Clarisse. Beautiful, well-educated, and adaptable. A union between your pack and my family could strengthen both sides. We’d merge trade routes, secure resources, and perhaps, in time,

Asher a side glance, the kind

be your second wife.

followed was deafening, to Gideon, at least because Asher was so

the sudden drop in temperature

"Asher," he warned him.

eyes glowing faintly,

ass, but that would be a waste of my ability. So I’ll say it

face went chalk-white, but Asher continued, his voice

this pack. The only Luna. So take your proposal and your rotten tongue, and crawl back

rippled through the

turned crimson. "You dare speak to me like that? You’re just a newly crowned