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.

definitely the talk

pretty well- known for a Beta, and the Council clearly respected him.

can’t believe we’re finally meeting you, Selene Hawthorne. We’ve heard so much

“Thank you for having me.

to introduce

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

exchanged glances before

in close. “What are you thinking,

telling him not to

keep my

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shocked. “Come again?”

prefer if others didn’t

“But why?”

have my reasons.”

They nodded slowly.

crack, isn’t she?” They said

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a confused look. Through our mind–link, I asked, “What’s so funny?”

laughed. Just play along – they’re Council

forced an awkward laugh, feeling

they think there’s something between me and Axel?‘

business with the Council (since my brother, the Head Alpha, couldn’t make it), I excused myself.

grabbed a glass of champagne from a passing waiter and found a quiet corner to people–watch.

angry voice

are you doing

two familiar faces –

kept my

“We thought you were dead!”

quiet. A powerful presence had entered, and everyone felt it.

are you even alive after Alpha Kane dumped you?” the

forced myself to focus

I asked, bored.

only made