Alpha's STOLEN Mate (by Abigail Hayes) novel Chapter 50

Chapter 50

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Kaius, an Alpha King without a Queen cannot command proper respect. Even rogue wolves question the legitimacy of an unmated ruler, and your father has grown increasingly concerned about the whispers of instability surrounding your reign. Four years without a queen has tested his patience beyond its limits.

He’s made his decision, my son. Aldric intends to use his extensive connections and knowledge of ancient bond–breaking rituals to permanently sever your connection to that white wolf. You know the depth of his influence–there are practitioners of the old magic who still owe him favors

from decades of political maneuvering.

Once your current bond is destroyed, he is confident that with the ‘flaw of your old connection removed, the Moon Goddess will quickly grant you a new, more suitable mate from one of the major alpha families. He believes this is the only way to secure your position before the growing

unrest turns into open challenge to your authority.

Please, my darling boy, don’t lose your temper when you read this. I remember how your eyes lit up when you first saw that girl, before duty and pride clouded your judgment. Some bonds cannot be simply replaced for political convenience.

Your loving mother

The letter crumpled in my fist as rage exploded through my system like molten metal. “That presumptuous bastard!” I snarled, hurling the paper across the room. “Who the hell does he think he is? I’m the fucking Alpha King now! No one–not even him–has the right to decide

who I bond with!”

My hands slammed against the desk hard enough to crack the ancient wood. “He thinks he can treat me like a puppet? Make decisions

about MY mate without consulting me?”

Everyone wanted a queen so badly? Fine. They’d get one–the most legendary queen this kingdom had ever seen. My beautiful, impossible, infuriating white wolf would take her rightful place beside me, not because my father arranged it, but because she belonged there.

Sorry, Frost. Looks like I can’t wait for your gentle courtship approach after all.

I strode to the door and bellowed down the corridor. “WRAITH! Get in here now!”

Within seconds, my most trusted spy materialized from the shadows–a thin, unremarkable man whose greatest weapon was his ability to become invisible in any crowd. If anyone could track down Frost and end this ridiculous surveillance mission, it would be him.

“Alpha King,” he said with a respectful nod.

“I need you to leave immediately,” I commanded, my voice deadly calm despite the fury still coursing through my veins. “Find Frost and tell him his mission is over. I cannot tolerate him remaining in human society any longer.”

Wraith’s expression didn’t change. “What reason should I provide for the recall?”

“War,” I said simply. “Tell him there are immediate threats to the kingdom that require his return.

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As Wraith turned to leave, I called out one final command, my tone shifting to something soft and infinitely more dangerous.

“One more thing. When Frost returns, the real mission begins.” My smile was sharp as a blade. You will bring my beloved mate back to

me.”

Wraith’s expression flickered with uncertainty. “But Alpha King, isn’t Frost already handling this matter?”

“One more thing. When Frost returns, the real mission begins.” My smile was sharp as a blade. “You will bring my beloved mate back to

me.”

Wraith’s expression flickered with uncertainty. “But Alpha King, isn’t Frost already handling this matter?”

A cold laugh escaped my throat. “Tell me, Wraith–what do you think the probability is of Frost convincing her to return willingly to our

pack?”

Wraith considered this carefully. “Given the beta’s gentle temperament and mild methods… I’d have to say the probability is close to zero.

Alpha King.”

“And what do you think the probability is with my approach?”

Wraith hesitated slightly. “If your intended method is what I think it might be, I can boldly say one hundred percent. Though I cannot be certain your approach is… the right one.”

“Very good,” I said with satisfaction. “It seems you’re the right person for this job. You may go.”

Wraith paused at the door. “When, Alpha King?”

I leaned back in my chair, my voice taking on a deceptively calm tone. “Although I’m more anxious than you are, I still advise you to be patient. The opportunity will come soon. Wait for my notice.” My smile turned predatory. “Now, go.”