The alpha secret baby

ack house, the grand manor house looming before her like a specter. She felt a familiar sense of unea

ing voice and warm smile a comforting contr

ot being more enthusiastic about her return. She had spent the past few months visit

The creaking of the wooden floorboards beneath her feet, the faint scent of Victoria's perfume, and the so

Victoria said, her voice dripping with con

familiar sting. She knew that Victoria's col

arm smile a welcome respite from the tension. "Hey, kiddo, i

rt wash over her. Harrison had always been

r grandparents. Akira answered their questions, feeling a sense of relief

oom for dinner. As they sat down, Gabriell

" Gabriella said, her voice laced with disdain. "Do

rning glance. "That's enough

ctly

, Harrison, Gabriella has a point. Akira should st

it back her retort. She knew that arguing wi

ing that she didn't belong. She felt like an outsider,

rdens to clear her head. The cool night air and the sound

dante. As the daughter of Ryder's younger brother, Cassius, beta of blackwood pack, Ryder is the alpha of blackwood. Kaida had grown up alongside Akira, sharing secrets, la

ting word, a listening ear, or a reassuring hug. Kaida's unwavering support and acceptance had been

king Akira's counsel and protection. Akira, in turn, cherished Kaida

ling as Akira approached. "We

mth towards her cousin. "I've missed

ng out around the estate. But I'm more interested in hearing about you. How

and Grandpa were so warm and welcoming. They taught me all about the old traditions and stories of our fami

s incredible," she said. "I'm so jealous. I've always wanted to spend

Akira, I've always wondered... between your parents' place a

ity in her eyes. "Honestly?" she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "I feel more at

She knew that she was expected to take on a more prominent role within the family, but she coul

matic turn, one that would challenge everything she tho