The Alpha’s Hidden Heirs by Avery Rose

Chapter 226

Axel turned to look at me, and my heart ached at the sight. His once vibrant eyes had lost their spark, and his complexion was pale. The powerful presence he used to carry had almost completely faded, leaving him looking fragile and weak.

Seeing him like this brought back memories of when I first arrived at the fron Crown Pack after escaping from the Nightfall Pack. I had been just as weak then. But during that time, aside from Magnus, Axel had been there for me. He had become a close friend, someone I could confide in without hesitation. He helped me heal, to move forward with my life, and over time, he became le family to me–just as important as Magnus,

Stepping into the room, I quietly shut the door behind me. I made my way to the bed and sat down on its edge, my eyes never leaving Axel.

“It’s been a while, Axel,” I said softly.

Despite the obvious pain on his face, he managed a weak smile. He raised a hand slightly, and without hesitation, I reached out and took it in mine.

“How are you feeling?” I asked gently.

His lips curled into a faint smirk. “Selene, you haven’t changed a bit.”

I chuckled at his words. “It’s only been a few months, not a decade. What did you expect?”

My teasing made him laugh, but it was tinged with exhaustion. “I know,” he admitted. “But I doubt ni even be around long enough to see you grow old.”

you’re going to be okay. And Magnus will make it through

become. He admitted he was somewhat relieved that Magnus was unconscious–at least

reassured him. “He’s going to save

searched mine. “Are you sure?”

firmly. “Yes.”

him, but then he said, “Then tell him to save

Even now, he wasn’t thinking about himself–his only

was his Alpha.

back of Axel’s hand before speaking. “There’s…

between his brows. “What do

“Grayson has a condition for the

“What kind

“He wants me to be his

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