Ran Away Pregnant Came Back Alpha Heiress (Amelia and Damien) novel Chapter 41

**Title: Night Whispers Forgotten Names – Colin Shah**

**Chapter 41**

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**Chapter 41**

**Damien’s POV**

The fury coursed through me like a wildfire, igniting every fiber of my being, intertwining with my very blood. It propelled me forward, even as exhaustion weighed heavily on my shoulders and disappointment gnawed at my insides.

How could I possibly accept that Amelia would choose to remain in Jake’s pack of her own volition? The thought was maddening. It sent shivers of unease down my spine that she had not even attempted to reach out to me. Did she genuinely prefer the company of Jake and his pack? Did she not understand that my only desire was to bring her and our child back to the sanctuary of our home?

And then there were Jake’s words, suggesting he might be Amelia’s fated mate. A growl erupted from my throat, primal and raw, before I even realized I had summoned it.

Amelia had a mate—me. I would be damned to let anyone else lay claim to what was rightfully mine.

Yet, I found myself trapped, caught in a web of limitations. How could I rescue her without igniting a war?

An Alpha should never feel this helpless. I felt like a wild beast, pacing in a cage, desperate to break free.

She was so close, yet it felt like an insurmountable distance separated us.

I had made my threats clear to Jake and his family, insisting they keep her safe as they had promised. But what reason did I have to believe that they would honor their word?

Hope was a fragile thing, and I didn’t place much stock in it.

Once I returned to my territory, I hurried to the Alpha headquarters, my mind racing with thoughts of strategy. I needed my advisors and lead enforcers gathered and ready for action.

As I entered the meeting room, I saw them waiting for me, their faces a mixture of concern and determination. Despite the long, polished table that dominated the space, they stood, tense and poised, as if they were soldiers awaiting orders.

“Not yet,” I commanded, my voice steady, though the tension in the air was palpable. They remained rigid, their eyes fixed on me, eager for direction. “We need spies. Individuals we can trust without question.”

“I have a few in mind,” one of the lead enforcers spoke up, his voice confident. “I’ve been training them personally.”

“Excellent,” I replied, a flicker of relief washing over me. “I need them to infiltrate Jake’s pack. They must maintain a low profile but stay vigilant. I want to hear every whisper about Amelia. Every rumor, every sighting—everything. And I want their reports delivered to me twice daily.”

The enforcer nodded firmly. “At once, Alpha.”

“My mate, Amelia, is staying with Jake and his family,” I continued, my growl resurfacing, thick with emotion. “I want to know every detail about that place. If our spies see even a scratch on her, I will know. Is that understood?”

“Absolutely, Alpha,” most of them chorused, though I noticed Ethan’s silence, unusual for my loyal Beta. His unease was a shadow over my thoughts, and I knew I needed to address it.

“What troubles you, Ethan?” I inquired, my voice softer yet firm.

He lowered his gaze, hesitating. “It’s not my place to say, Alpha.”

“It is your place because I’m asking you,” I insisted. “Speak your mind.”

“Forgive me, Alpha, but… Claire is now carrying your child. Shouldn’t we consider her safety as well?” His words tumbled out, filled with concern. “I just want to make sure she’s taken into account.”

The park was nothing short of a marvel, its vastness attracting artists and landscapers alike. Flowers bloomed in vibrant colors, and statues adorned the pathways, each piece a testament to the beauty of our home.

I longed to show Amelia the wonders of that park, to share its magic with her, and almost suggested we explore it today.

But…

With the size of our pack, the park often attracted visitors—strangers wandering through our territory. In the past, I had welcomed these guests, proud to showcase our pack’s splendor.

Yet now, a creeping sense of paranoia settled under my skin, particularly as I noticed a small group of unfamiliar faces loitering in the parking lot. It could have been nothing, but I made a mental note of their appearances before driving away.

Their gazes were fixed not on me, but on Amelia, and that fact unsettled me deeply.

I forced a bright smile, determined to keep the mood light for her sake. She managed a tentative smile in return, but as soon as we returned safely within the walls of my home, I excused myself and sought out my Beta.

I relayed the descriptions of the strangers and instructed him to keep an eye on them, just to be safe.

“It’s probably nothing,” I reassured him, though my gut twisted with unease. “Let’s not create unnecessary tension, but I want to be cautious.”

“Of course, Alpha. We’ll keep watch,” he replied, nodding.

“If they make any move toward the house, intervene,” I instructed. “Be polite, but send them on their way.”

“Yes, Alpha,” he affirmed.

I hated the idea of being inhospitable, but with Amelia here, I wasn’t willing to take any risks.