Rejected and Pregnant Claimed By The Dark Alpha Prince novel Chapter 829

Chapter 829: Chosen as his best man

Jeniva had stayed the night at the palace after accepting the Luna Queen’s invitation to remain for dinner.

By dawn, the palace was already bustling with activity. Corridors were alive with the sound of hurried footsteps as servants moved between tasks: polishing floors, attending to laundry, and preparing the morning tea and breakfast service.

Curious about the layout of the upper levels, Jeniva walked through a quiet hallway, only to round a corner and find herself face-to-face with the Alpha King.

He had just returned from his morning walk in the gardens. Flustered, she immediately stepped aside and offered a low, humble bow.

"Your Majesty," she whispered, her hands clasped respectfully at her waist.

"Good morning, Jeniva," Raidan replied with a faint smile. He tilted his head slightly, signaling for his valet and the accompanying servants to continue on without him, leaving them alone. "You may raise your head."

Jeniva straightened, keeping her gaze lowered before looking up to meet his eyes. "I didn’t realize the Alpha King used this route."

"I use all the routes in the palace," Raidan stated calmly. "Shall we walk together until we reach my chambers?"

"Of course, Your Majesty," Jeniva replied. She immediately fell into step, staying a respectful pace behind him.

"Dominick seems quite serious about you," Raidan noted, his eyes fixed ahead. "He has even spoken to me about the mate bond between you two."

Jeniva felt her stomach tighten, wondering what he was truly driving at.

"I have noticed your hesitation, Jeniva," Raidan continued, his voice neutral. "Is it life here in the palace that will trouble you, or is it something else?"

She swallowed hard, realizing how observant he had been. "My apologies, Your Majesty. I didn’t mean to appear reluctant. It isn’t the life here at the palace."

"Then what is it?" Raidan asked, softening his tone as he glanced back at her. "Dominick admires you, and he is working hard to heal from his past. I am not blind to his faults, however. Please, speak to me as a father would. Tell me what is on your mind without fear."

"Everyone in this family is an Alpha," Jeniva admitted, keeping her eyes fixed on the path ahead. "I’m the only one whose traits place me at the bottom of the hierarchy. Prince Dominick respects me, I don’t doubt that, but I worry about the future. I don’t want him to face any criticism or setbacks because of my standing. I’m a sentinel spy, and I’m torn; I question whether that role remains suitable for me, yet I’m not ready to walk away from it."

Raidan listened intently before offering a small, reassuring smile. "The Queen and I moved past concerns about werewolf hierarchy long before your time. It began when Gabriel introduced Amelie as his mate. There was doubt, naturally, but it turned out her wolf was every bit as much an Alpha as the rest of us."

Jeniva was shocked learning that. Dominick never told her about it. But then, she never asked anything about anyone in his family.

"As for your work, Dominick has no desire for you to sacrifice your ambitions. However, once you marry into this family, continuing as a spy will be impossible, your face is already too well-known. Do you truly want to remain a spy your entire life?"

Jeniva knitted her brows, considering the weight of his question.

"Honestly, no, Your Majesty. I never intended to be a spy forever. I wanted to be a sentinel officer, the kind who could directly help people," Jeniva replied. She offered a small, wistful chuckle. "I never even told my family I’d been selected for the spy unit." Her expression softened at the memory, a reminder that her father was no longer around to see what she had become.

"Then, shall I speak to the head of the sentinels to have you reassigned from the spy unit?" Raidan asked. "Understand, this is not a favor. I am simply acting on what I believe you want, especially considering you have a younger sister to protect."

Jeniva paused, contemplating for a moment. "Your Majesty, I am truly grateful for your concern, but I don’t want to be perceived as someone who relies on royal influence to manage her career. I would prefer to speak to my commander first. If he agrees to the reassignment, then I won’t need to trouble you with it."

Raidan watched her for a moment, respecting her stance. "And if he refuses?"

"Then I will reassess," she replied.

"Very well," Raidan affirmed. "But if he doesn’t, do not hesitate to call upon me, or Dominick. I have no intention of pressuring you into anything. Simply make the choice that feels right for you. But definitely don’t make any sacrifice for your career."

"Thank you, Your Majesty. This conversation has given me a lot of clarity. I can see why everyone speaks so highly of your character," Jeniva said with a smile.

Raidan returned the smile. He reached out and patted her head with fatherly affection. "If you join this family, it will be a point of pride for us. You are an omega who became a sentinel officer through nothing but your own hard work. The royal family will remember that for a long time."

He gestured toward the door of his private chamber. "Thank you for the company this morning, Jeniva."

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