The Alpha’s Hidden Heirs by Avery Rose

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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 of the room.

for a Beta, and the Council clearly respected him. It made me happy to see him getting the recognition

Selene Hawthorne. We’ve heard so much about you over the years,” one Council

for having me. I’m honored to be

love to introduce

to interrupt, sir, but could I make one

glances before nodding.

leaned in close. “What are you thinking, Sel?”

shook my head, silently telling him not

keep

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looked shocked. “Come again?”

others didn’t know who

“But why?”

my

They nodded slowly.

isn’t she?” They

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laughter while I shot him a confused look. Through our mind–link, I

They laughed, so I laughed. Just play

laugh, feeling completely lost.

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

brother, the Head Alpha, couldn’t make

from a passing waiter and found a quiet

an angry voice

hell are you doing

familiar faces – women from the Nightfall Pack.

kept my voice neutral.

sneered. “We thought you were

powerful presence had entered, and everyone felt it. But these women were too caught up in their drama to

alive after

myself to focus only on them.

I

only made