The Alpha’s Hidden Heirs by Avery Rose

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Chapter 12

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Selene

The big day had finally arrived – the Werewolf High Council’s grand event.

My stomach was in knots. Sure, I’d been to plenty of parties over the past five years, but those were all safe within the Iron Crown Pack.

Tonight was different. Tonight meant facing strangers, including one person I never wanted to see again.

“Shall we, beautiful?”

I turned to find Axel beside me, offering his arm. I nodded, placing my hand on his arm, grateful for his

support.

The grand hall took my breath away – both the sheer power radiating from those inside and the elaborate decorations.

It seemed like every important Alpha and Luna had shown up.

Well, of course they had. This wasn’t just some party – it was the Council’s annual conference.

I squeezed Axel’s hand and took a deep breath.

‘I’ve got this,‘ I told myself.

The hall was packed with the who’s who of werewolf society, everyone trying to outshine each other.

The women wore designer gowns that probably cost a fortune, while the men sported custom–tailored

suits.

I was wearing an expensive black satin number my brother had picked out.

Axel and I drew plenty of attention. I caught men checking me out but ignored them. Several young women shot me envious looks.

the talk of the

introduced me to some Council members. His reputation preceded him – he was pretty well- known for a Beta, and the Council clearly respected him. It made me

meeting you, Selene Hawthorne. We’ve heard so

smiled politely. “Thank you for having me. I’m honored to be here.”

to introduce you around-”

sorry to interrupt, sir, but could I make one request?” I cut

exchanged glances before

“What are you

head, silently telling him not

to keep my identity private.”

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looked shocked. “Come

others didn’t know

“But why?”

my reasons.”

They nodded slowly.

tough nut to crack, isn’t she?” They said to

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while I shot him a confused look. Through our

I laughed. Just play

awkward laugh,

me and Axel?‘ I wondered, shaking my head.

the Council (since my brother, the Head Alpha, couldn’t make it),

of champagne from a passing waiter and found a quiet corner

angry voice cut

are you doing here?”

turned to find two familiar faces –

me?” I kept my voice

sneered. “We thought you were

felt it. But these women were too caught up in their drama to notice.

I mean, how are you even alive after Alpha Kane

focus only on them.

I asked,

made