Mated to My Fiancé’s Alpha King Brother

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Seraphina’s POV 1

Five Years Later

“Mommy!” Adrian came running toward me, his little arms outstretched for a hug.

“What is it, sweetheart?” I asked, scooping him up into my arms as he giggled.

“Can we have pancakes for breakfast?” he asked hopefully, his small hands framing my face.

“Of course we can,” I smiled, carrying him toward our tiny kitchen. Despite our modest circumstances, watching him grow up healthy and happy made every struggle worth it.

Adrian, my little boy. His first word had been “mama,” and it still made my heart melt every single time he said it. At four and a half years old, he was the light of my entire world-a bundle of energy with curly dark brown hair and the most infectious laugh.

But what always caught people’s attention were his eyes. Those deep blue eyes that shimmered with silver light in certain lighting, just like… just like those mysterious eyes from that moonlit night five years ago. Every time I looked into Adrian’s eyes, memories of that passionate encounter would flood back, bringing both warmth and a bittersweet ache.

It had been five years since I’d graduated from Silver Moon Harbor Business School. Five years since I’d left my foster parents’ house for good after discovering I was pregnant. I’d heard through the grapevine that Valerie and Gabriel had gotten married-anyway, I didn’t care about them anymore. All these years, I’d been working part-time while studying, determined to build a better life for myself and my

child.

After leaving my hometown, I’d come to Silver Moon Harbor with barely enough money to rent a cramped basement apartment. That’s where I’d spent my pregnancy, working at a small café during the day and studying late into the night. The people in Silver Moon Harbor weren’t quite as dismissive of my omega status-while opportunities were still limited, at least I didn’t have bosses spitting at me or

rolling their eyes every time I spoke.

After Adrian was born, we’d managed to move to a slightly better rental-still tiny, but warm and cozy in a way that felt like home. Ophelia had been my lifeline through it all, helping with babysitting and emotional support whenever I needed it.

But with that joy came mounting anxiety. I’d been working at a small marketing firm for over a year since graduation, and while my performance was excellent, my position and salary remained firmly at the bottom rung. The rent on our little apartment was about to

to start school soon, and my savings were dwindling

approached my boss about a promotion and raise, hoping my track record would speak

dedicated employees I’ve ever had. Your

at management levels. Having

other employees. I’m sorry about your situation, but my hands are tied. Maybe you

I’d simply nodded and thanked him for his honesty. Even without overt hostility,

was still very real.

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vent about my frustrations. Suddenly, her voice exploded with excitement

larger corporation! My dad mentioned that

was the largest corporation in all of Silver Moon Harbor, controlled by the Nightshadow family. Their patriarch was rumored to be one of the most powerful Alphas in the entire

always bragged about his brother being an Alpha-though I’d never met any of his family members, and he’d never offered me any opportunities or connections. I suspected he

omega. Why would

actually be more merit-based!” Ophelia’s enthusiasm was infectious. “What do you say, Sera? Want to give it a shot? I

night, I sat in our little apartment with Adrian curled up in

“Ayla, do

you

should go for it?”

I believe in you,” Ayla replied without hesitation. “You’ve come so far

submitted my application online. To my amazement, I received an interview invitation within just two

be in her sixties, with sharp, intelligent eyes that seemed to see right through me. She carried herself with

said, reviewing my resume with careful attention, “your academic record is impressive, and your work experience shows consistent excellence. But I’m curious about your motivation

qualifications, I believe I have exceptional work capabilities. However, my previous employer was unwilling to provide compensation commensurate with my performance, solely due to my… bloodline status. I’ve come here hoping to find an

“As a single mother, are you certain you can handle the demands of this