Chapter 57
His face goes pale.
I wasn’t going to–11 mean, I would never–1”
1 burst out laughing, giving him a light slap on the shoulder. “Relax, I’m joking. Sort of”
He lets out a nervous chuckle, still unsure whether I’ll bite his head off if he so much as blinks wrong. He was clearly in love with my mate–and it’s obvious he isn’t over it yet.
I step back, nodding.
“You’ve got a lot to take in. But you’re not alone anymore, Caspian. But for now… rest. Heal. And prepare.”
You’re
the Alpha
now.
of
this pack. Of your pack. I’ll make the announcement soon.
He nods slowly, still stunned–but there’s something new in his eyes.
Purpose.
He might not believe it yet, but I see it.He was born to lead and now… he finally can.
The hospital air feels different when you’ve just changed someone’s life.
I step out of Caspian’s room, my palm still throbbing from the blood ritual. The hallway is quiet, still, and cold. Just ahead, the old doctor stands with his hands clasped in front of him like he’s silently praying I don’t notice him.
But I do.
His back straightens the second our eyes meet.
“Alpha,” he says, lowering his gaze. “Is he…?”
I stop in front of him, arms crossed over my chest.
“He’ll live,” I reply. “More than that–he’ll lead.”
His eyes widen slightly, but he’s smart enough not to ask further questions. I start to walk past him, then pause a few steps later.
“I heard the Beta of the Red Night Pack was admitted here,” I say casually. “Where is he?”
The doctor hesitates, then gives a solemn nod. “Yes, Alpha. He collapsed about a week ago. Said he could feel his mate’s pain… from the torture.”
My jaw ticks.
“Is that so…”
The doctor’s gaze drops to the floor. “Yes. He tried to reject her–said he couldn’t handle the pain of the bond,” he mutters, his voice tinged with disgust. “Thought that if he severed it, she’d suffer alone. Fortunately, she didn’t accept the rejection. So when the bond stayed intact, he passed out.”
Coward.
“Take me to him.”
The doctor nods quickly, wisely choosing not to speak again. He turns and leads the way, his footsteps brisk and tense. I follow in silence, the sound of my boots echoing. He’s nervous–I can smell it on him. Maybe it’s my aura, or maybe he simply knows that whatever’s coming won’t be pleasant.
1/4
Chanter st.
We stop at a closed door at the end of the hall. I glance at it, then turn back to him
Don’t follow me in
He blinks Confused, “Alphar
If you hear screaming” 1 add, slowly, “mind your business. Continue your duties.”
His eyes widen slightly but he bows. “Yes, Alpha.”
Without another word, he turns and quickly disappears down the corridor like a man running from a ghost.
Smart man.
I push the door open and step inside.
The sharp scent of antiseptic hits me instantly–cold and suffocating. The room is dimly lit, a single lamp glowing weakly in the corner. On the bed lies an older man I recognize from the pack files–Kali’s adoptive father. Her mother’s mate.
The one who stood by while she was tortured..
He’s lying flat on his back, breathing deep. Too deep. I know the sound of a fake sleep when I hear one.
I shut the door behind me. Loudly.
“I know you’re awake,” I say, voice sharp enough to slice through the silence.
A beat passes.
Then his eyes snap open. His gaze lands on me–and instantly, the color drains from his face. He pushes himself up with shaking hands, eyes wide with barely–contained fear.
I smile–slow, cruel.
“I’m here to make you pay,” I continue, taking a few slow steps forward, “for all
Then I lean in, letting my power wash over him..
“I’m Alpha Jack. Alpha of the Blood Fang Pack.”
nerally chokes on alt as he scrambles to get out of the bed, his hands slipping over the blanket. He tumbles to the floor, landing with ” loud thud, and begins crawling toward the door like a damned cockroach.
1 stalk toward hum slowly, not rushing, not bothering to hide the predator in my steps. When I reach him, I grab his leg and yank him back in one swift
move
CRACK.
He screams.
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