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Against the Alpha’s Claim – Chapter 189

The Pack

His mother possibly preserved his father’s life that day by compelling him to retreat and demonstrate to Bella and Tyler their disinterest in confrontation, therefore enabling her escape from them; she had been absent for hours, and no one was aware of her whereabouts at that time.

All the information was clearly presented; she was in a precarious state, and any trigger may provoke a fight-or-flight response.

He believed it would occur only if she or the triplets saw a direct threat. He was unequivocally not that to her and did not perceive anyone inside the group as a danger to her, which should be beneficial.

He noticed that the pack were content to have her as their Luna. Approximately eighty percent of them had been raised in this locale alongside her; they were all familiar with her. She was neither cruel nor unpleasant, nor was she demanding, and she consistently exhibited politeness, even towards the omegas. They appreciated that and received respect from her, in contrast to their treatment by his former Mate.

Luke inhaled deeply and conveyed his findings, presenting the entries to her parents, her brother, and his father. Franklin had observed them the previous night and demanded it from Benzy, who informed him that the Alpha was with the Luna. Benzy provided it to him unreservedly; the man need the information.

Franklin then up and elucidated her hyperadrenalized blood to them, observed Bradley’s scowl, nevertheless both her parents only sighed, recognising it was not entirely surprising to them. It appeared to him that they have some prior knowledge of this, which intrigued him.

After years, Bradley finally made direct eye contact and initiated the conversation by posing a straightforward question: How did you ascertain the necessity to test her blood for this uncommon ailment?His voice exhibited no animosity, only worry for his sister.

“Mother was struck by it in Los Angeles.” She expressed her worry, and shortly thereafter, she assessed her father when he attempted to prevent her departure. He instructed his parents to recount the events that transpired at the restaurant that evening and their feelings over the incident.

Both expressed their feelings candidly; even his mother articulated her profound sense of despair, stating that all she could do was lie down and weep, utterly overcome by the terror that Bella had conveyed that night. Stricken by it, as described in the book they had read.

They required full disclosure of the matter; no information was withheld from them.

“That may explain why she is occasionally challenging with you, son,” his father remarked.

“That is incorrect,” Bradley asserted succinctly, however refrained from providing any details.

Luke remained silent as well. He also understood that it was not only that; she possessed her own sentiments regarding her presence among the pack. He was still engaged in the task. He understood that he could profess his love for her endlessly, yet it would not guarantee her belief, not until the underlying issue within her that prompted her disbelief was addressed.

He was quite confident that she loved him; however, she was uncertain whether Luke loved her. Their union was tumultuous, and she believed he desired only their offspring, not her. He informed her that it was not the truth, although she remained unconvinced.

He gazed at her parents. They had remained silent, “Vera, Jodi.”

Neither of you seemed to be astonished by this. Could you perhaps explain the reason behind this?”

Bella informed us that she and Tyler. Vera informed him that they perceive a flaw inside themselves.

“To be precise,” Jodi said.

They informed us yesterday that they do not see themselves to be in a favourable state, since fear and anguish rapidly overtake them.

She explicitly expressed her fear that her flight or fight response may be abnormal and that she suspects something is amiss.

“Our daughter is intelligent.” Vera smiled, but sorrowfully.

“Why did you fail to inform me of this yesterday?”Luke enquired with a scowl.

“She would undertake it herself if she desired you to be informed,” Bradley said, gazing intently at him.

“Son,” it was his mother speaking. “Bella may fear that you would reject her due to this.”

“I would not,” he scowled.

However, she would be unaware of that. However, it is understood that Alphas do not desire faulty Mates or those burdened with hereditary afflictions.” His father sighed, “She may harbour fears or concerns that you would reject her.”

“You probably believe you will dismiss her, expel her back to the human realm indifferently, while retaining your offspring.” “Remove them from her,” Brad said.

That clarified her state of mind for him. I will not be. I adore her, Bradley. I also wish to resolve this; there is a solution, as you all know. Furthermore, I am indifferent to the duration required. It is imperative that we collaborate to assist her.

“Have you informed her yet?”Jodi enquired of him.

He glared at Macky when his phone rang and he excused himself; it was not the appropriate moment to exit the room. “I shall be,” he said as Macky exited the room and shut the door. It is probable that he was receiving an update on his companion. Luke felt dissatisfied after exiting the room, however he presumed that the crucial aspect of the discussion had concluded.

All were now cognisant of her affliction; they only needed to formulate a course of action.

“The sooner, the better,” stated Franklin. “I will require regular blood tests and will commence that research today.” More efficient methods to lower her adrenaline levels are certainly available. Over a century has elapsed since the last entry; there may now be new drugs available to mitigate it. I will attend to it immediately, Alpha.

“If assistance is required, Franklin,” Lanky said. “Please inform me.”

“Affirmative.” He acknowledged with a nod.

Luke sensed Macky establish a mental connection, perceived his departure from the pack-house, and detected the man’s panic: ‘Luke, Nora’s house is ablaze.’

What is it? He was utterly astonished and now comprehended the man’s departure from the room.

Against the Alpha’s Claim

Against the Alpha’s Claim

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Status: Completed Type: Author: Artist: , , Released: 2024 Native Language: English
Bella, once the cherished lover of future Alpha Luke of the Red Moon Pack, finds her world shattered when she is banished from her pack. Her crime? Striking Luke’s newly discovered fated mate with claws unsheathed—a reflex her wolf, Tyler, cryptically defends with the words, “To protect the pup.” Stripped of her place in the pack and warned never to return, Bella complies, narrowly avoiding the rogue label since Luke has not yet ascended to full Alpha status. Heartbroken and resolute, she retreats to the human world, immersing herself in university life to complete her law degree. Bella carves out a new existence as a successful divorce attorney, far from the pack that cast her aside, the future Luna who despises her, and the secret she guards fiercely—her children, the legacy of a love she can never reclaim. Six years pass in self-imposed exile, but the past refuses to stay buried. When an official letter from the Red Moon Pack demands her return, Bella defiantly burns it, vowing never to step foot in Luke’s territory again. But Luke, now the reigning Alpha, is relentless. He will bring her back, no matter the cost. Bound by the constraints of human law and society, Luke cannot simply take her by force—her prominence in the human world complicates any attempt to make her disappear. Yet, he is determined to claim what he believes is his by right. As their paths cross again, Bella is thrust into a storm of conflicting emotions. Her wolf yearns for Luke, urging her to reclaim the bond they share, but Bella’s heart is torn. She despises the man who cast her out yet still feels the undeniable pull of their connection. To her, Luke’s motives are clear: he wants his heirs by his side, not her. She believes his wolf drives him to claim her, while the man himself sees her merely as the mother of his children, a convenient solution to his legacy. But is that the truth? Or does Luke harbor a deeper love for her that he has yet to admit—even to himself? In the battle between pride and fate, will Bella surrender to the mate bond or stand firm in her resolve to remain free? Only time will reveal whether their fractured past can heal, or if the scars will prove too deep to overcome.

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