The Alpha’s Hidden Heirs by Avery Rose

The Alpha's Hidden Heirs

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I slowly moved my face back, my wolf's words echoing in my mind as Grayson mentioned the word. "healer."

My wolf had once told me I would become a healer in the future, but I never believed it. If I had the same mark Grayson bore on the back of his neck, then maybe I could entertain the possibility. But I didn't, so I brushed the thought aside.

When I looked at Grayson again, he was staring at me-long and deep, as if trying to read my soul. His gaze sent a chill down my spine, and for a fleeting moment, I wondered if he was possessed by something.

Clearing my throat, I stood up. "I think I can help ease your headache a little by brewing you some coffee."

I turned to leave, but his hand shot out, grabbing mine.

I froze and glanced back at him. He was resting his head on the table again, his grip on my hand firm but not forceful.

"If you want to help me," he murmured, his voice low and tired, "then help me get back to my car. I want to go back to the hotel."

I hesitated, considering his request. Grayson had helped me once, the night I was drunk. He had taken care of me with kindness and respect, like a true gentleman. Now it was my turn to return the favor.

risk losing contact with him. He was the only hope I had

go,"

steadied him as he

he didn't put all his weight on

grabbed the keys from the counter and helped him out of the coffee shop. Once outside, I locked the door behind

your car?" I

know," he muttered, his voice

stunned. 'He doesn't know where

mostly empty. If I couldn't find his car, how was I supposed to get him back

and right, trying to decide which way to go. Finally, I started walking to the left, supporting Grayson as

passing second, he grew heavier, his weight pressing down on me. "Don't lose consciousness," I warned him. "Otherwise, we'll

out a low, drunken chuckle. It sounded almost maniacal, and I

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tried to prop him up, hoping to flag down a taxi. But as I adjusted his weight, he suddenly leaned too far forward, nearly dragging me down with him. My knees wobbled, and I barely managed to steady myself before

to call a taxi in this

His tall frame leaned heavily against me, and my head was pressed against his chest. I could feel the warmth of his body, and a sudden heat rose to my cheeks as I realized how close we

had been my mentor for so long, someone I admired and respected. I had dreamed of meeting him, but not like this. My fate

hear me?" I