Chapter 31: Dangerous Aftermath
Chapter 31: Dangerous Aftermath
(Alexander’s POV)
I stumbled out of Scarlett’s territory, my hand pressed tightly to my neck where blood still seeped from the shallow wound. The humiliation burned
more than the pain. My head pounded, Mason’s howl of fury echoing louder than my thoughts. His rage bled into mine, fueling the fire clawing at my chest
as i trudged to my car
Jason was already waiting at the pack house gates when I arrived. The moment I stepped out of the vehicle, his expression darkened. His eyes scanned me, widening in alarm as he took in my disheveled appearance and the blood staining my shirt.
“Alphar” he exclaimed, rushing to my side. “What happened? Are you injured? Who did this?”
I shoved him aside with more force than necessary, my jaw tight. “Not now I snapped, stalking past him toward the doors. I couldn’t deal with his
questions, not with Mason snapping and growling in my head like a caged beast.
Jason hurried after me, his voice hesitant but insistent. “Did Scarlett refuse? Did she did she attack you
you? I don’t understand. What-
“Stop talking,” I growled, my voice low and sharp. I spun around to face him, glaring at him so hard he actually stopped in his tracks. “It wasn’t
Scarlett,” bit out, my fists clenched so hard they shook. “There was someone else.”
Jason blinked, thrown off. “Someone else? Who? Scarlett’s always been alone. I don’t
“A woll,” interrupted, my
Jason’s
my tone like ice. “An Alpha.”
widened. “An Alpha? Scarlett has an Alpha in her house?”
I let out a bitter laugh, the sound harsh in my ears. “Not just any Alpha,” I said, my voice trembling with restrained fury. “This wolf_“I trailed off, unable to put into words what I had felt. The sheer weight of his power, the way his ice–blue eyes sliced through me as if I were nothing. My fists clenched
tighter, nails biting into my palms. “He’s not ordinary”
Jason hesitated, his brows furrowed. “What what do you mean, Alpha?”
I showed past him, making my way further inside. “He suppressed Mason. The words came out low, but the weight they carried was immense.
Jason froze in place. “Suppressed., Mason?” His voice wavered, and I could see the disbelief flickering in his eyes. “That’s impossible. No Alpha
should-
“Do I look like I’m joking?” I barked, spinning around to face him again. “This wolf didn’t even have to fully shift. He was partially shifted, Jason
Partially. And he had Mason pinned down like a pup before I could even register what was happening.”
Jason’s mouth opened and closed, but no words came out. I could see him trying to make sense of what I was saying,
“He’s dangerous,” I continued, my voice lowering dangerously. “You should’ve seen him. He claimed Scarlett like she was already his. Her scent was
all over him, Jason I practically spit the words out, the memory of that Alpha’s arms around her making Mason claw furiously within me. 1 need you to
find out everything about him. Who he is. Where he came from. What he wants”
Jason hesitated, “Scarlett’s always been so careful. She’s never shown ties to any other wolf, Alpha. Are you sure
“Enough” I snapped, cutting him off. “Do what I said, Jason. Find him. Now”
Jason nodded stiffly, sensing the edge of my temper. “Yes, Alpha”
I took a steadying breath, forcing Mason back as I continued toward the house. But even as Jason left, the tension didn’t leave me.
I reached the doors only to be overwhelmed by Grace’s desperate mindink
“Alexander” her voice was faint, weak, trembling with p
pain. “It hurts
Her agony punched through our bond, sharp and invasive. Mason’s rage flickered, momentarily replaced by concern.
I gritted m
my teeth, pressing my palm against my face. “Hold on, Grace,” I sent back, though my tone was strained. More images of Scarlett and that Alpha flashed through my head, but I pushed them aside.
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Sarah was worting outside the healing den. The second she saw me, she rushed forward, wringing her hands in distress. Her face was pale, her eyes
Chapter 31 Dangerous Aftermathi
Tears
“Alexander,” she choked out. Her condition is worsening. The healers they’ve done everything they can Nothing is working” Tears glistened in her
haulers–they’ve eyes. “If we don’t bring Harel back.”
to lash out. “Til bacila ili groom out to back to her
Sarah hesitated, doubt flickering in her expression, but she nodded and stepped back I turned away quickly, my shoulders tense. My mind reeled with exhaustion–Grace’s pain, that Alphah power, Headlett’s cold indiff
But one thing was clear: I wasn’t letting this go. No matter what, I would find i
find out who that woll was And I would make him regret crossing me
(Scarletts POV)
The sound of the door slamming shut behind Alexander still lingered in the air. I stood routed in the spot, my fists clenched as the tension slowly began to dissolve. My gaze shifted to Roman, who was pacing nearby, his jaw tight, his loy lilie nyan dark with anger.
When he finally stopped pacing, his shoulders relaxed slightly, and his gaze swept toward mine. Without a word, he crossed the room in one fluid
movement, scooping me into his arms with suprising gentien
“Homan,” I murmured, but he didn’t respond. His hold on me tightened as he began walking upstairs, his steps steady and deliberate. He was still radiating control, but I could sense the lingering frustration bubbling beneath his calm exterior
Once we reached my bedroom, he net me down on the bed carefully. For a moment, neither of us spoke. His hand lingered against my cheek, his thumb brushing lightly across my akin an if reassuring himself that I wng unharmed.
“You didn’t need to do that, I said softly, breaking the silenon. “I wasn’t protecting him, Ronan I just-
“You didn’t want your house turning into a battlefield,” be finished for me, his voice low but firm. His lips quirked into a faint smirk, though it didn’t reach his eyes. “Still lecturing me about violence, Little Wall?”
My gaze dropped, guilt pricking at me. “The chaos. It reminded me..” I trailed off, unable to finish the sentence, I didn’t need to. The memory of that
“g. years ago, still lingered like a ghost at the edge of my thoughts.
Roman’s expression softened, though his irritation didn’t entirely fade. His hand shifted, stroking the side of my neck gently. “The k*******g still frightens you, doesn’t it?” he asked, his tone quieter this time,
I nodded, unable to meet his gaze. “It’s not something… you just forget”
He let out a long breath, pulling me closer until my head rented against his chest. Tine h jald after a moment. His tone was reluctant but held a
hint of humor. “T1 belave. Mostly”
“Mostly?” I shot him a look, my voice laced with faint exasperation.
Roman chuckled, the sound low and rumbling. Tim trying. Little Woll,” he said, amusement flickering in his eyes. “But no promises if someone
crosses the line. You’ll just have to hope my self–control holds out.”
I sighed, leaning deeper into his embrace. “Please don’t start a territory war, Roman. Not here. Not now!
He didn’t answer, his expression conflicted, but the way his arms tightened around me told me he understood. For now, that was enough,
Before I could say more, he stood abruptly, lifting me easily into his arms as if I weighed nothing. I gasped softly, gripping his shoulders instinctively. “What are you-”
“I have something to show you he interrupted, his voice leaving no room for argument.
His tone was calm but commanding, and I knew better than to protest
