Alpha's STOLEN Mate (by Abigail Hayes) novel Chapter 48

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Evelyn took a delicate sip, then shot Scarlett a meaningful look loaded with mischief. “Well, thank the Moon Goddess your psychotic mate

didn’t show up to destroy our peaceful afternoon! Pack operations ran smooth as silk.” She paused for maximum dramatic impact. Though our dear beta seems completely consumed with romantic obsessions…”

I caught the hint immediately, combined with Scarlett’s earlier desperate pleading. “Scarlett, you’re twenty years old and were exiled two years ago, right? I settled into my chair like a queen holding court. If you hadn’t been forced to flee your birth pack, you probably would

have found your mate by now. Exile completely fucked up your timing.”

Scarlett nodded miserably.

Our pack has plenty of wolves open to second–chance partnerships, I continued thoughtfully. “But wolves like you who’ve never experienced any mate bond are rare treasures around here. Most of our members are dealing with shattered or severed connections.” I raised my glass reassuringly. “Don’t worry–next recruitment mission, I’ll specifically hunt for excellent unmated wolves!”

Scarlett’s cheeks flamed pink, whether from wine or mortification. ‘I don’t need you two playing cosmic matchmaker! I was just… curious

about mystical timing possibilities!”

Evelyn pounced like a cat on wounded prey, “Curious? Is that what we’re calling desperate obsession now?‘ Her green eyes sparkled with malicious delight. “Because I distinctly remember you getting very… restless… after watching a certain beta’s combat skills during our crystal ball surveillance session. You were practically vibrating with primal excitement!”

She leaned back with obvious satisfaction. “Now, I’m not a werewolf, so I can’t personally experience that whole animalistic attraction you wolves get. But I can absolutely guarantee you’ve been feeling itchy in very specific places lately!”

I started laughing as revelation hit like lightning. “Holy shit! Our fierce warrior beta has developed a massive crush on Frost!”

Scarlett looked like she wanted to crawl into the floor and die. “It’s not a crush! I just… appreciate tactical competence and strategic

brilliance!

‘Actually, Frost is a fascinating choice,‘ I said, grinning like a predator. As far as I know, he’s completely unmated, If the Moon Goddess is cosmic enough to arrange that level of coincidence, I’d trust her matchmaking judgment completely. I paused for maximum dramatic effect. “Though I have to say, from everything I’ve observed, Frost seems incredibly gentle–those soft eyes, refined mannerisms. He might not be able to handle someone with your warrior intensity in bed. Poor guy might not have the stamina to properly satisfy your…

appetites.”

“ELOWEN!” Scarlett practically launched out of her chair. ‘You can’t just say things like that!

But my laughter died when Evelyn chimed in with obvious glee. Don’t worry, Scarlett! When our alpha inevitably reunites with her incredibly powerful mate–and I do mean powerful in every possible way–she can arrange introductions! Maybe you really are destined

for his beta!”

‘Like hell I’m ever seeing that bastard again!‘ I snarled with toxic venom.

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Evelyn’s smile turned knowing and absolutely infuriating. “I can’t guarantee other prophecies‘ accuracy, but you meeting him again is carved–in–stone destiny. I’ve been seeing it in cards for months, and that prediction will absolutely manifest!”

The wine turned to ash in my mouth.

I slammed down my glass and fixed Evelyn with murderous intensity. “Evelyn, I need you to help me find a method to permanently obliterate a mate bond. I don’t care if it’s agonizing–hell, I don’t care if it’s torture–as long as it doesn’t kill me. There has to be some way to completely annihilate the connection so he can never track me again!”

Evelyn’s expression grew sympathetic but absolutely immovable. “Sweetie, defying prophecy brings divine retribution crashing down on whoever interferes. I’m not risking cosmic punishment for anyone, not even you.” She spread her hands apologetically. “If you want to wage war against fate, you’ll have to research it yourself!”

I groaned and drained my wine in one frustrated gulp, feeling defeat settle in my bones.

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Fuck this cosmic bullshit. But even as despair threatened to drown me, defiance blazed to life in my chest like wildfire. Whatever. Prophecy or no prophecy, I’ll find another way. Until I discover how to obliterate this goddamn bond, I absolutely will not let that bastard find me.