My Alpha’s Betrayal: Burning In The Flames Of His Vengeance

10. The Iron Claw Pack 

CHARLENE 

I was terrified for Yileyna, with every passing day I wondered if she was ok. She was alone, and although I knew Theon loved her after his deceit, I didn‘t know what to think. I was trying to tell myself he wouldn‘t let anything happen to her, but I was terrified too. 

She was brave, but she was all alone. It was hard for Gamma Grayson too, knowing that his mate was left behind, but there was no other choice. 

I hadn‘t told him about who I was because I didn‘t want it to become an extra burden for him. I was ok with him not knowing. 

Knowing that Mom and Dad were killed felt painful. Even if they weren‘t fully good people, I still loved them. Dad‘s death had hit me harder, I just wish I could have told him goodbye and that I loved him, even if he wasn‘t my biological father, he was the one who raised me and had always treated me better than Mom. 

We had travelled to two packs, however Obsidian Shadow Pack guards stood at the entrances, and we were not able to even meet those Alphas. It was obvious they were either looking for us or keeping an eye on everyone. 

Would no one stand up to Theoden? It seemed not, he was known for his ruthless ways. It was Raiden who had suddenly decided we should go to the one pack that was powerful and neutral to all. 

The Iron Claw Pack, home to the infamous Alpha Hunter Slade Carson.... 

“This is going to be hard, Hunter doesn‘t deal his hands in political matters.” Gamma Grayson said as we stared that the huge iron walls that surrounded the back, foot–long blades crowned the wall and every two metres apart I saw there were guards on watch duty. But as suspected by Gamma Grayson, there was not one Obsidian Shadow pack wolf here. 1 

“What are those...” I murmured, seeing something move from around the walls. 

“His moat, a moat full of serpents.” Ryan added with a low whistle. “I thought it was a damn joke...” 

“Oh it‘s very real, Hunter became an Alpha at the age of eleven, two years before he shifted, he is currently the youngest recorded shifter alive having gotten his wolf at the age of thirteen.” Gamma Grayson commented. “He‘s powerful.” 2 

“That is so cool!” Rhys exclaimed. 

It had been hard for him, having to travel like this, and often he spent his time with me when the men were more restless and angry. 

“Well we have nothing to lose, Hunter is one Alpha who didn‘t bend to Andres, unlike many who yielded to him due to him being a king. Whereas Alpha Hunter does not.” Gamma Grayson replied. 

“Well then let‘s go ask for this badass shady–as–fuck Alpha‘s help. Oi Charlene, maybe you can use some charms on him?” 2 

“Do not be disrespectful to the princess.” Gamma Grayson warned him. 

Ryan shrugged. 

“She wasn‘t the king‘s real daughter.” 2 

That did hurt but I simply smiled as Gamma Grayson‘s irritation rose. 

“It‘s ok, and I don‘t want to be called princess either, Gamma Grayson.” 

“Also, if you continue to be childish, Ryan, I‘m sure our Alpha will remove you from the position of Gamma ” Raiden added with a smirk. 

“Well, let‘s go meet Alpha Hunter who will help us!” Rhys said confidently. 

l.hoped, at least not to break his heart, he would agree to help us. 

We left our hiding spot in human form and I held Rhys‘s hand tightly. Immediately we were spotted and several bows and arrows were turned upon us. 

“We wish for an audience with Alpha Hunter Slade Carson.” Raiden said loudly, raising his hand in surrender as he stepped forward. 

I looked into the dark moat of water. Although we were still very far, I could see something move beneath the surface. My grip on Rhys tightened and I moved him behind me. Although I knew we were a good few metres away, those things were huge and I knew they could come out of the water. 

“State your business!” The man shouted, scanning us all. 

“We are here on behalf of the Silver Storm Pack.” Gamma Grayson said, placing a hand on his chest 

exchanging a look with one of the other guards before he gave a curt nod. He seemed to be mind–linking

think he‘ll agree to see us?‘ I

hope so.‘

man called.

Gamma Ryan and my younger brother, Rhys.” Raiden said clearly. “As you

we heard the grinding of the drawbridge being lowered. My heart lurched as I saw

narrow, and there were no supports on the

hard before giving Rhys a brave

worry princess, I‘ll hold on

him a cute smile. What a brave boy he

A man shouted.

to Rhys, before Raiden led the

more than two people to walk side by side Rhys followed Raiden, whilst Ryan stepped

metres... You got this Charlene.

side which was at least twenty metres away.

this. 

to have such a moat!

a serpent at one point, seeing

going, if you scream, they will react!”

although my heart was ringing in my ears. The moment we reached the other side, I let out a shaky breath,

waited for the huge gates to be opened.

security was better than that of Westerfell. We stepped inside to see the area was huge, it was a full village in here yet there were only warriors in sight. Most

self–conscious, knowing I was covered in dirt and all I was wearing were worn–out

don‘t know why it mattered but I was unable to stop myself from trying to smooth my

be so kind as to visit a simple Alpha like me?”

him at the ceremony... In a fitted shirt, pants, and

had no choice.”

me. Our eyes met, and my heart skipped a beat as a small smirk crossed his lips. “On second thought, I don‘t think it‘s fitting to make such a pretty lady stand and wait when she looks... exhausted. Come, I will

Shops and food stores were aplenty, and although I knew Alpha Hunter owned the lands around this fortress, it was obvious everyone stayed within the safety of these

pack house, and he entered, leading the way to the left. After a flight of stairs,

the Beta is ok to share with his brother?”

nod, yet he didn‘t go in. Hunter smirked as he continued down the hall, he gave the next room to Gamma Grayson and Ryan,

door, stepping inside. “I‘ll have one of my omegas bring you clean clothes. Rest, you are safe here.” He added to me, his tone dropping an octave,

Alpha Hunter. I do apologise for the quick check, but

excuse me. I took the key from Raiden and entering the room quickly.

such an intense man. I closed the door and looked around, it was modest yet clean. There was a wardrobe on the left side with a high chest of drawers, a mirror and a vanity table. When I saw

out of the bath, wrapping a towel around myself whilst I used another on my long hair, which was once again vibrant

today. I stepped into the bedroom and almost jumped to see a middle–aged woman placing clothes into the wardrobe, she instantly stopped and bowed her head to me.

for alarming you, my lady.”

I waved my hand, spotting the basket that sat on the bed.

Alpha sent clothing and some items for you.”

said, not expecting this kind of hospitality from an Alpha rumoured to

have other motives?

the way his eyes had raked over me at

Alpha, my lady, not me. Would you like

said, she nodded, closing the top

please come and join us for dinner.” She replied, before taking

some panties. I slipped them on and walked over