The Alpha’s Hidden Heirs by Avery Rose

The Alphia's Hidden Heirs

Chapter 413

Selene was at a loss for words. Her cheeks flushed a deep crimson as she lowered her head, biting her bottom lip in an attempt to hide the shy smile creeping across her face.

The way Kane had defended her in front of Nyx struck a chord deep within her. His firm words, his unwavering declaration-it revealed a protective side of him that reminded her why she had fallen in

love with him. This was her Kane.

"Let's go," Kane murmured softly as he took her hand, gently tugging her toward the staks.

Selene's lips parted slightly, unsure of where he was taking her. She glanced over her shoulder at the others still gathered downstairs. Kane's father looked anything but pleased, his face clouded with anger or unease. Diana, on the other hand, seemed utterly confused by her husband's reaction. Selene didn't have time to dwell on it as Kane continued to lead her upstairs.

Her gaze shifted to Kane as they ascended the stairs. She couldn't stop herself from staring at him-at the strong, steady hand holding hers, at his sharp profile, and at the way his presence felt both familiar and overwhelming all at once. Tears welled up in her eyes again, threatening to spill. She still couldn't fully believe he was back.

beat as she recognized where they were headed. As they stepped inside, she couldn't take her eyes off of him. He let go of her hand, his attention momentarily shifting as he glanced around the room, as if checking to see if everything was still as

her. But the moment she did, Kane turned

her wide eyes locking

closer, tilting his head to meet her at eye level. His deep, commanding voice softened as he asked, “I asked you how you were, but you didn't answer

spilled down Selene's cheeks, and her

she admitted, her voice cracking. "I've been searching for you for so long. Do you know how many nights I cried myself to sleep? How many days I spent at the borders, hoping

with emotion as he reached up, using his thumbs to gently wipe the tears from her cheeks. He cupped her face in his large hands, tilting her

hovered just inches from

fingers reached up instinctively, brushing lightly against it. "What happened to your head?

around his neck. His lips quirked into a faint smile as

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