The Alpha's Hidden Heirs (Selene and Kane)

Selene's POV

A week had passed since I learned the truth about my adoptive parents and Puby

During that time, Kane had asked for forgiveness, and no matter how much wanted to sock he words out of my mind, they lingered. I couldn't shake the frustration bobbling nside me

Meanwhile, Grayson had been away from the pack for a while. Before leaving he mentioned for the he returned, he needed to talk to me about something

important

One bright spot in the week was Axel's recovery. His health had improved significantly thanked te cure Grayson had developed for the poison. Every day, he grew stronger, and I couldn't be more grateful.

Grayson had done more for me than I could ever repay. He wasn't just my second chance guardian angel, someone who had stepped into my life and shielded my family from harm

"How are you feeling today?" I asked Axel as he sat at the table, eating with us a sight that drought me immense relief.

"I'm good, all thanks to Dr. Grayson," Axel replied between bites.

"He's truly a remarkable man," my mother added, admiration evident in her voice

I nodded in agreement, my heart swelling with gratitude.

A little while later, my father received a call from the pack house.

Lately, he had been speaking with Alpha Garrett more frequently. My mother watched him closely eager for any updates on Kane's mother.

When I first heard she was unwell, I had assumed it was grief. But then Nathan revealed the truth-she was seriously ill. The news unsettled me more than I expected

"I'm heading to work now. See you later," I said, rising from my chair.

"Let me drive you," Axel offered.

I shook my head. "No, I think I'll just walk today. But thanks for offering"

After wiping my hands and grabbing my bag, I stepped out of the house.

My parents' anger toward Kane had softened somewhat after learning the full story.

What shocked everyone the most was how he had ended Ruby's life. The pack had been talking aboutnoveldrama

it nonstop.

At first, people saw Kane as ruthless, but after what he did to Ruby, many viewed him as downright merciless. She had been by his side for years, and yet he had ended her without hesitation.

But when the truth about Ruby's betrayal was revealed, the pack was stunned into silence. No one had expected that level of deception from her.

I used to think Kane had loved Ruby. But now, it seemed like he was incapable of loving anyone but

himself.

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1 halled a cab and made my way to my coffee shop, where Margt greeted me with a warm unde

thad taken a few days off to clear my mind, but now it was time to refocus and get back to w

"Miss Selene?"

I heard my name just as I was tying my apron. Turning around, I saw a young man holding a bouquet of red roses

"Yes?"

I noticed my coworkers stealing glances at the flowers, curiosity lighting up their expressions. The shop had just opened, so there weren't any customers yet.

The man stepped forward, extending the bouquet toward me.

"These are for you," he said.

I frowned slightly, confused. Then, to my surprise, he bowed before me-a gesture

I hadn't expected wasn't royalty anymore, so why was he treating me like I was?

Without another word, he turned and walked away, leaving me standing there with the bouquet in

hand

Whispers spread through the shop as my coworkers exchanged knowing looks, their eyes flicking between me and the flowers.

I gazed down at the bouquet, inhaling the fresh, intoxicating scent of the roses. Nestled among the petals was a small card.

Curious, I opened it and read the message inside.

"These are just a few beautiful red roses. But I believe they pale in comparison to your beauty."