Alpha's STOLEN Mate (by Abigail Hayes) novel Chapter 127

Chapter 127

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The three days passed in agonizing slowness. Each morning, I ventured hundreds of miles beyond the castle into a hidden stretch of

forest where no one would witness what I was becoming.

My white wolf form grew stronger with every training session. Flames erupted from my claws, scorching ancient trees to ash in seconds. Lightning crackled across my fur, the raw electricity turning massive oaks into splinters. Animals fled in terror as I soared overhead, manipulating the very elements themselves-wind carrying fire, air mixing with lightning to create devastating shockwaves that left

craters in the earth.

The destruction I wrought was both terrifying and exhilarating.

By the third day, confidence burned bright in my chest. I remembered Kaius’s plan, and though part of me wondered if we were going too far, the rest of me knew the truth: killing every Elder and abolishing their corrupt system was the only way to restore Kaius to his rightful

throne with dignity intact.

And honestly? With Lysandra’s potion protecting me from magical interference, I couldn’t imagine how they’d stop me. The white wolf

was unstoppable.

They’re going to regret ever touching him.

The fourth day arrived with cruel slowness. I paced my chambers all morning, waiting for news about Kaius’s fate. Nothing came. No announcements, no messengers, no indication of what the Elders planned.

It wasn’t until the sun began its descent, painting the sky in shades of blood and gold, that word finally spread through the pack:

Elder Silas commands all wolves to gather at the Sacred Grounds of the Moon Goddess. The execution will take place under moonlight.

My heart hammered as I prepared. I carefully swallowed another dose of Lysandra’s potion, feeling its protective magic settle over my mind like armor. Looking at my reflection in the mirror, I adjusted the flowing white dress I’d chosen for the occasion.

Tonight, we reunite. Tonight, everything changes.

I’d spent so long denying what I felt for Kaius-the mate bond, the attraction, the growing trust. But I was done lying to myself. Somehow, impossibly, the tyrant who’d once tortured me had become someone I couldn’t imagine being separated from.

A knock interrupted my thoughts. Gamma Cross entered, his weathered face set with grim determination.

Ever since I’d revealed Kaius’s plan to him, Cross had been unflinchingly loyal. “Even if it costs me my life,” he’d said, “I’ll help you save

our King.”

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Now he carried a tray of food-bread, dried meat, fruit. “You’ll need your strength, my Queen. Eat.”

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I accepted gratefully, my stomach reminding me I’d been too anxious to eat properly for days. The food was simple but nourishing, and I

devoured it quickly.

Through the window, the moon began its ascent, full and bright and pitiless.

I smiled at Cross. “The show’s about to begin.”

The Sacred Grounds stole my breath.

Four massive stone pillars rose from the earth like ancient sentinels, each carved with intricate depictions of wolves in various states of transformation-some howling at moons, others locked in battle, still others bowing before divine figures. The craftsmanship was extraordinary, each detail preserved despite what must be centuries of weathering.

In the very center of the grounds stood a wooden cross, and bound to it-

Kaius.

Moonlight fell across his face, illuminating the defiant set of his jaw, the unbroken fire in his eyes despite the wounds still marking his body. Even beaten, even chained, he looked every inch the king.

The crowd formed distinct rings. The outermost circle held regular pack members-hundreds of wolves drawn by morbid curiosity or genuine concern. The middle ring consisted of the Elders and their personal guards, perhaps fifty warriors in total. And at the very center stood Silas himself, draped in ceremonial robes that seemed to drink in the moonlight.

I pushed my way to the inner ring, positioning myself where I could see everything.

Silas held an ancient tome, its leather cover cracked with age. He raised it high, his voice carrying across the sacred grounds with

practiced ceremony:

“Alpha King Kaius Nightshade, Son of Marcus, Heir to the Nightfall Throne-you stand accused of the murder of Elder Matthias Greystone, sacred member of the Council that has guided our kind for a thousand years!” His voice rose with each phrase. “Furthermore, you have defied the Trial of Truth, mocked the sacred judgment of your peers, and violated the ancient covenant between the Alpha Kings and the

Elder Council!”

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My hands clenched into fists. Keep talking, you pompous bastard. Your words won’t mean anything in a few minutes.

‘For these crimes against our people, against our traditions, and against the Moon Goddess herself- Silas’s voice reached a thunderous crescendo. “You are hereby stripped of your title, your authority, and your life! Tonight, under the Goddess’s eternal gaze, you will be

executed!”

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A sick feeling twisted in my gut. Something felt wrong. I couldn’t name it, couldn’t identify the source, but an instinct I’d learned to trust

was screaming warnings.

Not yet. Wait for Kaius’s signal.

Rowan emerged from the shadows, and I felt my lip curl in disgust. She carried a ceremonial dagger-the blade was exquisite, I had to admit. Silver inlaid with gold, the handle carved from what looked like consecrated bone, ancient runes running along its length that

seemed to pulse with their own dark light. The kind of weapon reserved for killing kings.

She walked toward Kaius with measured steps, each one calculated for dramatic effect. The crowd fell silent, hundreds of wolves holding

their collective breath.

I looked at Kaius. His eyes found mine across the distance, and despite everything-despite the chains, the wounds, the death sentence-

he radiated absolute confidence. He gave me the smallest nod.

Wait. Just a little longer.

“EXECUTE HIM!” Silas’s command shattered the silence.

Rowan leaned close to Kaius, whispering something I couldn’t hear. Whatever it was made Kaius shake his head with obvious contempt.

Then his eyes locked onto mine one final time.

Now.

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