Reclaimed By My Alpha (Natalia and Andrei) novel Chapter 320

“Who knows how long it’ll be before she accomplishes her goals and lets them in,” I muttered, eliciting a sigh from my brother..

“Can you root out her followers?” Karl asked quietly, turning away from the bookshelf.

David’s expression darkened. “Not without proof. And Helena’s too smart to leave obvious evidence lying around. She’s clearly been playing this game for years, building loyalty through favors and manipulation. Half the pack probably doesn’t even realize they’re being used.”

“What about Celeste?” I asked. “Could she help identify Helena’s supporters?”

“If she’s still alive,” David muttered. “Helena doesn’t tolerate betrayal. The fact that Celeste helped you and Karl escape…” He shook his head grimly.

A chill ran down my spine at the thought of what Helena might have done to her daughter. Despite everything Celeste had put us through, she’d saved our lives in the end. She didn’t deserve whatever punishment Helena had in store for her.

“I have to go back,” David continued. “Today. The longer I’m away, the more danger my pack is in. Helena might try something severe if she thinks she can get away with it.”

“Then what’s your plan?” I asked.

“Gather evidence. Find Helena’s supporters and turn them against her. Expose whatever she’s really planning before she can execute it. And keep my father alive long enough to see it through.” He drew in a ragged breath.” I’ll send word as soon as I can, but if you don’t hear from me within a week…”

“Don’t say that,” I interrupted. “You’re going to be fine. So is… Father.” It still felt strange calling anyone my father.

David’s expression softened slightly as he looked at me. “I’m glad we found each other, Natalia. Even if the circumstances weren’t ideal.”

Tears stung my eyes as I stood and crossed to him, wrapping my arms around my brother in a fierce embrace.” Be careful,” I whispered against his shoulder. “Please.”

“Always am,” he replied, which was bullshit, and we both knew it.

When I pulled back, I was surprised to see David extend his hand to Andrei. My mate stood and clasped it firmly.

“Take care of her,” David said simply.

“With my life,” Andrei replied without hesitation.

David nodded, apparently satisfied with the answer, then turned to leave. He paused at the door and gave me one last look over his shoulder. “Bloodmoon has stood for generations, and it’ll stand for generations more. Helena and whoever she’s working for will learn that soon enough.”

After David left, the rest of us sat in somber silence for a few minutes. I pressed my hand to my belly as if I could reassure the little life within, although my stomach continued to churn. I’d never been the religious sort, but in that moment, I found myself praying to the Moon Goddess to ensure my brother made it safely.

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Finally, Andrei stood and turned to Karl. “Karl, have any of your books taught you how to hold a hammer?”

Karl blanched. “Well, yes, but-

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