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center of the Royal Werewolf Court. I could feel the steely-eyed gaze of the court's high leadership pierci

e selected as the mate for the alpha. It was Merlyn whom our royal family had offered to the courts as a substitute mate for the newly widowed Dean, the alpha leader of North-West America's largest werewolf race. I had never actually la

n antelope and quickness of a cheetah. He was extremely handsome in either form, and it is said that his beastly scent can make females want him instantly. I was

playing pure indifference. Not once did he glance in my direction. If he had, he would have seen a beautiful, young she-werewolf with st

ece Bloom, a worthy young she-werewolf of noble blood. She is here in place of her sister, who is now a fugitive from the authority of the esteemed Royal Court. Our royal pack

ugh to "keep me in line." I knew my reaction was not deemed appropriate behavior. However, Gener's claim tha

ht power, prestige, and wealth. That was all. Despite my noble blood, Gener had never quite established himself among the elite of our race. I had heard frag

ghter, all eyes fixated on me, seemingly in anticipation. But what were they expecting? Should I appear humble, gratef

ents' untimely passing. Instead of offering solace to two bereaved children adrift in grief, Gener provided only cold indifference. It starkly contrasted with the warmth of our parents' loving home. Gener

ing to fill an insatiable void that nothing could satisfy. His every waking moment was dedicated to the relentless pursuit

hters. The mere thought of my parents brought tears to my eyes. Sensing his grip loosening, Gener tightened his hold on my arm on

r his father. Emotions churned within me, threatening to overwhelm. For a moment, I feared I might succumb to sickness or faint. Yet, i

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of leaving my uncle's oppressive household and escaping my cruel family. I had vowed to seize any opportunity to break free from my uncle's grasp once I reached adu

n accepting me as the substitute mate for Dean. Following a formal voting process that seemed excessively elaborate, their recommendation received unanimous approval. Now, it awaited Dean'

ds-and then minutes-passed by. Aries stood silently, mirroring his son's expressionless demeanor, observi