Let Me Go, My Mafia Husband by Paga Slayer

Chapter 558 Twist Of Fate

"I haven't had the pleasure of meeting your newly wedded wife," Alexander remarked, his tone taking on a slightly accusatory edge. Zephyr paused from his work, setting down his quill pen to meet his stepbrother's gaze.

"And why exactly do you wish to meet my wife?" Zephyr raised an eyebrow, curious about Alexander's sudden interest.

Alexander held Zephyr's stare for a prolonged moment, trying to decipher any underlying intentions in his stepbrother's expression. "Why keep her hidden?" Alexander's frown deepened.

"Alexander!" Zephyr huffed, a flicker of annoyance crossing his features. "Are the females I provided for you to entertain you in your bed not sufficient that you now seek to meet my beloved wife?" He scoffed.

"What fack did you just say?" Alexander growled, his irritation flaring. "I was merely speaking of a formal introduction as family, and you misconstrued my intentions." His status as the Alpha King demanded respect, and he wouldn't tolerate any form of disrespect, especially not from the King of the realm.

"My wife isn't particularly keen on meeting you," Zephyr lied, his gaze drifting away from Alexander, pretending to immerse himself in his work once more, a deliberate attempt to avoid further discussion.

"Why? What the fuck have you said to her about me that she refuses to meet your own stepbrother?" Alexander snapped, his patience waning.

"Listen, brother," Zephyr sighed, setting down his quill pen for the second time and lifting his head to meet Alexander's gaze. "My wife has heard certain things about you, and she's not exactly comfortable with the idea of meeting you," he explained, a casual shrug accentuating his words. "I won't push her to do something she's not inclined to do."

Alexander remained unconvinced, sensing that Zephyr was concealing something. There was an air of secrecy that only fueled his curiosity further.

"By the way, when do you plan on returning to your pack?" Zephyr inquired with a hint of desperation evident in his voice that betrayed his eagerness to have Alexander depart.

Alexander was well aware of Zephyr's aversion toward him, but the directness of the question was striking.

be here until the preparations for the annual meet are complete, and then I'll depart," he replied firmly, not intending to prolong his stay any longer than necessary in a place where he felt unwelcome. Zephyr nodded, emitting a heavy sigh that

in any way, I'll relocate

any inconvenience, and you are welcome here to stay with us," Zephyr

you certain? I don't mind staying in the guest house,"

long as you wish," Zephyr affirmed, attempting to

your decision," Alexander said absentmindedly, his mind preoccupied with other

running high

sake of maintaining peace among their communities. After all, Alexander's mother was married to Zephyr's father, intertwining their

lingered in his mind, and her alluring scent continued to stir restlessness within his wolf. Zephyr, on the other hand, was adamant about ensuring that Alexander and Arabella didn't come face to face.

The anticipated gathering finally

the alphas, vampire lords, and leaders

iel

for the annual meet Discussions ensued, and new amendments were successfully added to the laws governing their realms. The proceedings unfolded smoothly, achieving

gala was scheduled, a grand event requiring the attendance of every territorial leader. Zephyr, as the king of the realm, found

royal dinner alongside his

He

The duties of their positions demanded their

you, my Queen," Edward, the vampire lord, greeted the Queen as Zephyr shot him

meet you too, Lord Edward,"

beautiful, Queen Arabella," Edward uttered in awe. "Now

threatening intensity that made Edward swallow hard,