Sold as the Alpha King’s Breeder

Chapter 130: The Touching Family Moment

Ellsworth invited me to breakfast the next morning. Brook wasn’t there and I got the feeling that he wanted to talk to me alone. It was fine, Brook already knew the plan.

I sat down and grabbed myself a plate of pancakes. Alpha Ellsworth watched me dump syrup on them and poured me a glass of orange juice before he spoke.

“So, did you talk to Brook? She can be just as stubborn as me sometimes," he said, laughing until his cheeks turned red.

“Brook and I talked and I’ve persuaded her that Jake isn't right for her. She’s agreed to put you first,“ I said, nodding as I reached for my orange juice.

“Huh." Alpha Ellsworth stared at me a moment longer and then broke into a wide smile. “That seems... too easy based on how well I know my daughter.“

“If you really think it is too good to be true, I can show you. Brook told me what she was going to do today to break the matebond.“ I replied politely as I slid my hand into my pocket and fingered the little blood bag I stored there.

In order for this to work, Brook and I were going to put on a little show.

“Really? She's that committed?" He stroked his chin thoughtfully.

“She should be heading to the Moon Goddess temple now. Want to come along?“ I gulped down my pancakes and stood up, motioning for him to follow me.

Brook was committed alright, committed to getting her way. I felt a little guilty about tricking Ellsworth. He was a nice guy but Brook was my best friend.

“By the way, Alpha Ellsworth, those pancakes were phenomenal! Thank you!"

“I’m glad you liked them." He grinned, "Those are Brook's favorites too!“

Alpha Ellsworth followed me and I followed the trail that Brook had shown me to the pack Moon Goddess temple. We'd planned everything carefully, so I knew she'd be on her way.

I held a hand up and Brook's father paused. Pointing, I showed him that Brook was entering the temple.

“Let's get a little closer," I whispered.

Alpha Ellsworth nodded and we snuck into the temple.

Brook was already kneeling in front of the Moon Goddess statue. She had her hands clasped together and it looked like she was praying. We couldn't hear what she was saying, but suddenly tears streamed down her cheeks.

Brook groaned and doubled over in pain. She started heaving, leaning against the stone statue. Her face all scrunched up.

“Brook!“ Alpha Ellsworth gasped.

Maids ran through the temple to Brook. They tried to hold her upright and see if she was okay.

'Lady Brook, what's wrong?" they urged.

“Someone get a healer!"

“Brook!" Alpha Ellsworth cried. He ran from our hiding place and bolted toward her.

Alpha through. I walked over more slowly, grabbing the

you were r-right," Brook croaked, looking up at him with teary

lip to keep a straight face. She was a good actress and I wondered how she kept herself so composed. It was a little funny to

to make a

to m-make a better choice and listen to your advice," Brook

heartbroken..." I dropped down to my knees near her head and pulled it into my

on his own. And you...

Alpha Ellsworth, hoping he would do or say something to help Brook out, like tell her it was okay to

pain. She flicked her

her father asked. He took her hand and pressed it to

made m-my decision. A mate is important but... well, my parents are fated mates and they are happy. But... I could have a second chance m-mate. Someone good... someone better," Brook

eyes met mine for a moment and I saw the amusement in them. I realized

best friend and I support your decision, no matter what, okay?" I was proud that I kept my face dead serious and I ran

coughed and I saw her press it against the inside of her cheek. Slowly, she nodded and looked at her

ready," she

“Sweetheart..." Ellsworth gasped.

that m-my second chance... my second chance mate will c-come to me," she

of her dramatic act was to keep herself from laughing or breaking character. It was hard to

be kind and... won't t-take me from my parents," she forced out. "Ugh..." she

much," Alpha Ellsworth said, shaking his

and she coughed. The fake blood pooled in her mouth, I could see it as

reject...' she coughed again and spat some of the fake

stop!' Alpha Ellsworth snapped, grabbing Brook's shoulders. "My daughter, stop this.

away. You don't need to watch," Brook sputtered. “This is for

you going through this pain, just for me. Jake is your mate and that is what it is. Keep your matebond, go with him, just don't hurt yourself anymore!" Alpha Ellsworth shouted in

fake blood-which was just tomato juice-went down

Ellsworth grabbed her shoulders and lifted her up, hugging her to his

what is best for you, even if it means you going to the palace without me."

never stop being your little girl, no

nodded. "I know that, sweetie. I know. You know you get your

a little and sighed

can't be the only man in your life,' Alpha Ellsworth said. He sighed and ran his hands through Brook's hair, then he stood up

myself, watching them hug again and reconcile. It was nice to see that when it came down to it, Ellsworth put Brook's happiness over what he thought was best for her. That's

able to see past his stubbornness to be the

recover. I didn't see them for the rest of the day until Brook popped by where I was staying and invited

and Alpha Ellsworth took the head of the table. He had a

see you're feeling better, darling," Ellsworth said, his voice was a little stiff, like he wasn't actually

you wanted, but I promise, I'll come and visit all the time. Jake isn't going to hold me hostage at the

a little upset. I wasn't sure why. Was he mad that Brook had hurt herself

you, but he's a good man," Brook continued. "Besides, King

up a lot, Brook. I know