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Chapter 16: Shadow of the Alpha
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Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 17: Betrayal
As Samantha gazed into the eyes of her true mate, she felt a surge of conflicting emotions. The Alpha King stood before her, his expression a mix of disbelief and hurt."I can't believe you would do this to me, Samantha," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.Samantha's heart ached at the pain in his voice, but she knew she had to stay true to herself and her feelings. "I'm sorry, Adrian. I can't deny what's in my heart any longer. I have to follow it, even if it means betraying our pact."Adrian's shoulders sagged, and he took a step back as if her words had physically wounded him. "I thought... I thought we had something special. I thought you loved me.""I do care about you, Adrian, but not in the way you want me to," Samantha replied, her voice trembling with emotion. "I can't force myself to love you the way you deserve. It wouldn't be fair to either of us."Adrian's eyes flashed with anger, and for a moment, Samantha feared his reaction. But then, his expression softened, a
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 18: Into the Shadows
As consciousness slowly returned to Samantha, she found herself disoriented, her surroundings a blur of shadows and muffled sounds. Blinking away the haze, she tried to sit up, only to realize she was bound tightly, unable to move. "Adrian?" she called out, her voice echoing in the dimness. A soft rustling nearby drew her attention, and she strained against her restraints to see who—or what—was there. "Samantha," a voice whispered, barely audible above the distant rumble of unseen activity. "Are you awake?" Recognition flooded Samantha as she recognized the voice. "Lucas?" she whispered back, relief mingling with confusion. "What's going on? Where are we?" There was a moment of silence before Lucas spoke again, his tone grave. "We're in the enemy's camp," he said. "They've captured us." Samantha's heart sank as the reality of their situation settled over her. "How did this happen?" she asked, her mind racing to make sense of their predicament. "I'm not sure," Lucas admitted. "W
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 19: Eternal Crossroads
Samantha's heart pounded in her chest as she faced the unexpected visitor. She recognized the scent before she even saw him, the unmistakable aroma of pine and earth, a scent that had haunted her dreams for years. "Tyler," she whispered, her voice barely audible over the roaring of her heartbeat. The man standing before her, his eyes gleaming with intensity, was none other than Tyler, her true mate. "Samantha," Tyler said, his voice husky with emotion. "I've been searching for you for so long." Samantha's mind raced as she struggled to process the sudden appearance of her true mate. She had spent years trying to forget about Tyler, trying to convince herself that she could find happiness with Adrian. But now, faced with the reality of Tyler's presence, she couldn't deny the surge of longing that washed over her. "Tyler, what are you doing here?" Samantha asked, her voice trembling with emotion. Tyler took a step closer, his eyes never leaving hers. "I couldn't stay away any long
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 20: Echoes of Warning
As I stood there, the weight of his words sinking in, I felt a whirlwind of emotions coursing through me. It was as if time had frozen, and all I could hear was the pounding of my heart echoing in the silence. "I... I don't know what to say," I finally managed to whisper, my voice barely audible even to myself. Adrian's gaze never wavered, his eyes searching mine as if trying to decipher my thoughts. "I understand if this is too much to take in all at once. But Samantha, I need you to know that I love you more than anything in this world. And if you're not ready to reciprocate those feelings, I'll wait for as long as it takes." His words hung in the air, heavy with meaning and sincerity. I could feel the weight of his love pressing against my chest, threatening to overwhelm me. "I... I need some time to think," I replied, my voice trembling slightly. "This is all so sudden, and I don't know what to do." Adrian nodded understandingly, a flicker of disappointment crossing his featu
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 21: Echoes of Warning
The forest was eerily quiet as Luna Samantha and her companions ventured deeper into the dense foliage. Shadows danced on the forest floor, cast by the moonlight filtering through the thick canopy overhead. Despite the tranquility of the surroundings, a sense of unease settled over the group, each step echoing a warning in the depths of their minds. "I don't like this," whispered Samantha, her voice barely audible over the rustle of leaves. "Something feels off." Her true mate, whose name was Lucas, nodded in agreement. "I sense it too. There's a tension in the air, as if the very trees are holding their breath." Adrian, the Alpha King, tightened his grip on the hilt of his sword. "Stay alert, everyone. We don't know what we might encounter in these woods." As they continued on their path, the feeling of foreboding only grew stronger. Suddenly, a low growl rumbled through the underbrush, causing Samantha to freeze in her tracks. "What was that?" she whispered, her heart pounding
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 22: Beneath the Shadow's Grasp
As they walked through the dimly lit corridors of the stronghold, tension hung thick in the air, palpable with every step they took. Samantha could feel the weight of Alpha Marcus's ultimatum pressing down on her, the enormity of the decision they were about to make settling heavily on her shoulders."We can't let him bully us into submission," Adrian muttered under his breath, his jaw clenched in determination.Samantha nodded in agreement, her mind racing as she tried to come up with a plan. "We need to find another way to protect our pack," she replied, her voice firm despite the uncertainty gnawing at her insides. "We can't sacrifice our autonomy for the sake of temporary safety."Lucas, who had been walking silently beside them, spoke up. "But how do we fight back against an Alpha as powerful as Marcus?" he asked, his brow furrowed in concern. "We can't afford to underestimate him."Samantha paused, considering Lucas's words carefully. He was right—they couldn't afford to underes
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 23: Into the Abyss
The night air hung heavy with anticipation as Samantha ventured deeper into the dense forest, her heart pounding in her chest. Every step brought her closer to the truth, yet she couldn't shake the feeling of dread that clung to her like a shroud.Suddenly, a rustling sound echoed through the trees, causing Samantha to freeze in her tracks. She strained to see through the darkness, her senses on high alert."Who's there?" she called out, her voice trembling slightly.A figure emerged from the shadows, stepping into the dim moonlight. It was a man, tall and imposing, with piercing eyes that seemed to bore into Samantha's soul."Samantha," he said, his voice low and gravelly. "You shouldn't have come here alone."Samantha's heart skipped a beat as recognition washed over her. It was her true mate, the one she had been searching for all this time. But instead of relief, she felt a surge of apprehension."Why did you lead me here?" Samantha demanded, her voice tinged with frustration. "Wh
Contracted To Marry The Alpha King Chapter 24
As the door creaked open, a chilling draft swept into the room, sending shivers down Samantha's spine. She peered into the darkness, straining to see what lay beyond. Suddenly, a voice broke the silence."Who dares to enter the forbidden chamber?" it echoed, sending a shiver down Samantha's spine.Samantha's heart raced as she stepped cautiously forward. "It's me, Samantha. Is anyone there?"There was a moment of silence before the voice responded, "Samantha? What are you doing here?""It's urgent," Samantha replied, her voice trembling slightly. "I need your help."The figure emerged from the shadows, revealing a face she hadn't seen in years. It was her old mentor, Elias, his eyes filled with a mixture of surprise and concern."What's happened?" he asked, his voice grave.Samantha took a deep breath, steadying herself. "It's about the prophecy," she began. "I think I've deciphered it, but I need your expertise to confirm my findings."Elias's eyes widened in disbelief. "The prophecy
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