Her Cold-Hearted Alpha novel Chapter 72

KIARA

I closed my eyes as Alejandro made his way onto the stage . The way he walked , the confidence and swagger , and his ‘ I don’t give a shit ‘ attitude made my stomach flutter crazily . Oh Goddess … this was it … I had to stay strong . It seemed I didn’t have as much effect on him as he had on me .

Stay strong , Kia … I tried to push away the suffocating pain that was growing in my chest . The elder wolf – Allen – began speaking . I cast my gaze down , unable to look at the couple on stage . Count slowly , breathe steadily , conceal your emotions and stay confident . This will not break me .

He had already hurt me , I don’t think there was anything that could make this worse . He was going to mark her , and although deep down a part of me hoped he’d back out , I knew things weren’t that easy . He had broken me , I had felt it and all I could think of was his comment ‘ ignore her ‘ before he kissed Jasmin .

‘ Want me to kill him ? ‘ Dad’s voice said through the link . My heart thudded as my eyes flew open and I turned to him . Dad knew . He gave me the faintest smile , his eyes holding concern and love , before placing his hand around my waist comfortingly . ‘ No. It’s ok . ‘ I replied shakily . Dad knew , Goddess ! I never expected this .

What shocked me the most was he didn’t tell me to just reject him knowing who it was … What did Dad think of him ? ” Mark me . ” Jasmin’s voice snapped me out of my thoughts and my gaze went to the couple on stage . ” I can’t . ” His words made me gasp as I stared at the scene before me . ” Why , my King ? ” The council elder asked . ” I … She’s not my mate . ” He muttered , stepping away as he ran his hand through his hair .

A storm of whispers rushed through the room as everyone began to question what was happening . My heart was pounding , but before I could even make sense of it , the unearthly growls of Wendigo’s filled the room . The chandeliers in the ceiling shook as everyone tensed . How did they get in without being noticed ? I glanced at Alejandro , who was frowning deeply .

” Everyone make your way out calmly ! Warriors protect the women and children ! ” Alejandro growled . ” I want those Alphas able to fight to prepare , those who can’t should escort the vulnerable out . ” But before anyone could even act on his words , I sensed deep chilling tingles rush through me before I heard a cracking sound .

The entire ceiling caved in , the lights went out as several Wendigo’s jumped into the room , hissing and growling as they began attacking . Magic was at work here , I could sense it . ” Kiara ! ” My heart skipped a beat in shock as I realised who had shouted .

I had been so lost in thought that I wasn’t able to respond as a Wendigo jumped down into the room and lunged straight for me . It was at this moment that reality hit me as I sensed Mum and Dad rushing towards m e . At the same time , something brushed past me , the intoxicating scent telling me exactly who it was .

He stopped in front of me , throwing the Wendigo across the room as his arm pushed me behind him protectively . The delicious jolt of sparks rushing through me . ” She’s Mine . ” He growled venomously as the Wendigo rushed towards us , with its long limbs and saliva dripping from its jagged teeth .

Before it could even reach us , Alejandro ripped it to shreds . He turned , his blazing red eyes now illuminated in the darkness . ” You need to get to safety . ” He said quietly .

His hand took mine and my breath hitched as I felt the sparks that rushed through me and took breath away . my ” L … I can fight . ” I said . ” Yeah she can , and you have some serious explaining to do later . The both of you .

Mom’s icy voice came as she pushed a staff into my hands . I smiled . Now that was more like it . IT ” I have nothing to answer to you . Alejandro growled . ” Oh yeah ? We’ll see .

” Mum growled back . ” Guys … ” I said , I could sense the nearing beast . The approaching Wendigo made me shudder , and I took a deep breath , trying t o channel my abilities . Emotion , right now that was the only thing I knew that brought my powers to the forefront .

I pushed all the pain , anger and irritation I felt into focusing on my powers . I felt that fire ignite within me and I opened my blazing purple eyes . The hall that had only moments earlier been plunged into darkness was now illuminated brightly by the purple flames that wrapped around me .

I saw the Wendigo hiss as it recoiled . ” I’ll manage this one . ” I said , not even looking at Alejandro or Mom . ” Right … This isn’t over Alejandro . ” Mom said coldly . ” I’d like to see what the fuck you can do . ” Alejandro shot back .

I didn’t need to look at them to know they were glaring at each other , before Mom rushed off to fight another Wendigo . Thankfully , most of the guests were Alphas and Lunas , many of whom had shifted and were fighting the beasts . Even then , I could smell the blood , hear the screams and hisses .