Chapter 8
ZIA
I snatched my hand back from Aiden and shot him a warning glance. He rolled his eyes, looking away from me
What a stupid, childish behavior!
I wanted to break his hands, but I was in this meeting for a bigger purpose so I calmed myself and waited for my time.
y came to an end, I knew it was time to make my mave. I stood up, my heart pounding as I tried to muster the courage to
When the meeting finally came to an sprak
– I have something to say. “I whispered, my voice trembling but firm.
Aiden’s eyes narrowed with irritation. “What now, Zist Cin’t you see this is not the time for your games!”
My jaw threatened to hang low at Aiden’s direct approach. My gaze flickered towards the Alphas and Lunas watching me with interest.
It was like I had become a topic of gossip again.
I am not playing games. “I said, trying to keep my voice steady. I need to speak. “Aiden’s face darkened. He stood up, making g me stumble back. Sit down, Zia. This is not the time or place. No one is here to listen to what you have to say. You are not that important.
Before he could say more. Maximus’s voice intervened, cutting through the tension like a blade once more.
Aiden “He called out, his tone cold and dangerous. “sit down.
Auden’s face twisted with anger, but he stepped back, allowing me to continue. My heart raced as I gathered my thoughts.
Good. Now, others were even more wary of me
* 1 want Alden to return the Alpha position of my pack to me. “I declared, trying to keep my voice strong. I want to lead my pack again. It’s my rightful place.”
Silence befell everyone. I tried to gauge the reactions of the other three Alphas but they only smiled or laughed.
Embarrassment crawled up my spine, rendering me speechless.
The Lunas shifted in their spots uncomfortably
ly and of
only shot me pitiful glances
Yes, I forgot one important thing. Women were not leaders. They could not become an Alpha after becoming a Luna.
Once women had a mate, an Alpha mate, they were supposed to fall into the lower rank no matter what
That’s how it was supposed to br
Alpha Zane looked at me with a raised eyebrow.” Zia, you and Aiden are mates. It’s not that simple. You could have been an Alpha if you were not mated to one. But two Alphas can not co–exist in a bond. If you want your pack back, you will have to break your bond with Aiden and make sure that you never mate with an Alpha again.”
Alpha Kai sighed. But the bond between you and Aiden is strong. You shouldn’t strive for things that you don’t need now
Alpha Enzo added. – if you choose to reject him to get the Alpha position, no one will respect you anyway Aiden brought stability to both packs. Do you think you can do better!”
I felt a surge of frustration. I should have known they wouldn’t make is easy.
The Alphas were still misogynist pricks in our world. They wanted worpen to be below them.
But I couldn’t say that to them or anger them. I needed support. From Maximus.
I looked at Maximus, who had been silem throughout the discussion, Isis eyes still locked on me.
Finally, Maximus spoke, his voice a low rumble that filled the room. “Zin,”
My name on his lips sounded sol, but his eyes were cold.
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Chapter 8
I waited, holding my breath. He just needed to say a word and I could be the Alpha. No one would even tell me about traditions and stupid ways anymore if only he-
You cannot become an Alpha. Your pack will fall apart if you split it.
My heart sank. The weight of Maxinns’s words hit me like a ton of bricks, I could feel the anger and disbelief bubbling up inside me.
He couldn’t do that.
Now, with his agreement, the other Alphs were beginning to grunt in approval.
a me!!
How could he do this to i
I looked at Aiden, who had a smirk of victory on his lips. The satisfaction in his eyes was like a knife twisting in my gut,
He won. And I lost
I yelled, losing
control of
of my
emotions. But, I am the Alpha’s daughter and it’s my pack. It’s my rightful place. Why can’t I-
Enough “Maximus eyes darkened as he said in an icy tone. “This discussion is over.
I didn’t think his words would break my heart, but they did. And I couldn’t stop myself from shouting back.
You want me to stay with Aiden even after knowing what he is doing to me He is cheating. He has a mistress that he wants to turn into a Luna. You have seen it. How can you will-
Maximus rose from his spot, his figure towering over me as his eyes flashed a deep golden.” It is not a matter of what I want, Zin. It is a matter of what is right. And what’s right for you is to let Aiden remain the Alpha while you continue to be his Luna.
The room fell into a heavy silence. I could feel the weight of Maxine’s decision pressing down on me. The hope I had clung to disappeared, and the pain of defeat was overwhelming.
I though—
What did I think?
Maximus stared into my eyes, and there was no tenderness in his gaze, only coldness. That’s who my fater mate was and I thought I could stick to the side of a man like hini.
Aiden’s smirk only grew wider as he watched my reaction. Looks like you’re out of luck. Zia. Maybe you should have thought twice before trying
to make demands.
My anger flared but I couldn’t say anything che or risk punishment.
One by one, everyone started to leave. The meeting was over. But I was stuck in my place
My mate has a mistress too. “Luna Lola approached and grabbed my hand. “That’s common onto our position Zia. Just try to attract Aiden back to you. That’s my advice to you.
mon for A
Alphas. We women must bear the pain and hold
She smiled and squeezed my hand but I snatched it back. My anger made her sigh before she left.
In the end, even Aiden left and I stayed behind with Maximus who was seated on his head chair. His eyes were fixed on me, waiting for something! couldn’t comprehend.
“It’s for the best.” Maximus spoke in a voice dat was different from the earlier unrelenting tone but it only rubbed salt in my wound.,
1 balled my fists and pushed the tears of humiliation back. * I hate you, Maximus. You are a
e a Caine man. You proved it. I hate you!”
I stormed away before he could say anything. I knew he was nothing like Aiden but I wanted to hurt him Hat would be even be hurt by my words!
Tears fell from my eyes as I stopped in the corridor. Now what was I going to do? My last hope was snatched from me. And Jack, my other pack members were waiting for me to do someiling
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