Rejected, And Became A Heiress

Chapter 0131

"...I'm sorry."

That's all Alaric says.

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Alaric's POV

I hear the Arbun brothers' criticism of me, but I can't refute it.

I am arrogant, foolish, and blind. My focus has always been on my ambition-on leading DarkWood to become the strongest pack in the world, so my people could live better lives. I believed that sacrificing everything for my goal was justified, that I could remain untouchably calm and collected forever.

Until I met Cara.

"...I'm sorry."

That's all I can say.

I don't know how to explain myself this is a problem with no solution. My actions speak for themselves. I am exactly what they say I am.

A bastard.

the very type of bastard

notices my submission, his fury only grows. His

connects with my face. The impact is hard enough

I don't fight back.

...Because I deserve it.

you were truly sorry, you'd stay out of Cara's life! You wouldn't be here, messing with her again now that she's

back after all this time? Why drag her into this mess again when you've done nothing to make up

remain silent,

grabbing me by the collar of my shirt. His voice trembles with fury as he snarls Without you... if you had stayed away... Cara could've moved on!

only one thing I cannot

that is not going to happen. I will pursue her again. I will

tenses as if he's ready to hit me again. But before he can break free from his grip. My strength far exceeds his, leaving the famed Arbon racer both frustrated

his jacket collar, I lean in close,

know I broke my promise, and I'll face the consequences for that. But staying away from Cara... That's the one thing I

eyes redden, his breathing becomes heavier, and I can feel the air around him heat up. He's on the verge of shifting-ready to fight. But

"-Enough!"

voice cuts through the

charged moment. Calm but firm, Ryan

for