Chapter 270
Lester’s POV
I stated at the massive screen in disbelief, my hands clenched into fists at my sides. The surveillance footage showed every intimate detail of Mirs and Roy’s encounter, and I felt like I’d been punched in the gut.
How could this be the same Mira I knew?
When Mira had gotten involved with Lucas, I’d made excuses for her in my head. I’d convinced myself that Lucas must have used some underhan
to coerce her, that she’d been forced into it against her will.
But what the fuck was this supposed to be?
I knew better than anyone that Roy and Mira had never even been alone together before tonight, let alone had any kind of romantic history. They’d barely exchanged more than polite greetings at pack gatherings.
Yet here she was, practically throwing herself at him like some common whore.
The sight of it made me sick to my stomach. I thought about everything I’d done for her over the years – all the times I’d defended her, all the sacrifices I’d made. Hell, I’d hurt my own brother and Elle repeatedly, all for someone who was apparently nothing more than a manipulative bitch.
If Elle hadn’t said those words to me on the boat, I’d probably still be getting played like a fucking fool.
I turned to look at Brad, opening my mouth to apologize, but no words came out. The shame was too overwhelming.
Brad glanced at me sideways, taking in my conflicted expression. He knew exactly what I was thinking.
Without breaking eye contact, he tossed the remote control toward me. “Still holding onto your pride?”
I caught the remote but remained silent.
“It’s been three days,” Brad continued, his voice cutting. “Still refusing to swallow your ego?”
I felt my shoulders slump. “Sophia still won’t see me…”
‘Not seeing you is the smartest thing she could do right now,” Brad said bluntly.
D
His words stung, but he wasn’t finished.
“Your family cornered Sophia, demanded she leave you. What choice did she have but to comply? No matter how much you throw tantrums at your family, you’re still the Frostclaw Pack’s Alpha heir. But if the Frostclaw Pack decides to crush/Sophia, she won’t even be able to maintain her position as a regular Beta. What option did she have except to do as they said?”
I rarely heard Brad give long speeches like this, but when he did, every word hit like a hammer.
“You’ve already taken over the Rayne Group, so of course you can stand up to your family, I protested. “But I’m just an Alpha heir right now. Most of the Frostclaw Pack’s power is still out of my hands… How else can I prove my determination except by doing this?”
Brad let out a harsh laugh. ‘No wonder Roy called you an idiot. You think this childish behavior proves your determination? You’re only going to drive
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Sophia
away faster!”
He stood up abruptly. “Whatever.
I’m done wasting time
my
you. on Play your
little
gam
ames as long
as
you want.”
My face went white at his
dismissal.
Brad turned his
attention back to the
screen, large
where
Roy and
Mira
had moved
to the bed.
The next second, the feed
cut out.
h
Roy
probably
removed his surveillance
device,” Brad mused aloud.
“Can’t
say I
blame him.
We’ll hear
from
him when he
gets back.”
I was
barely
paying attention to the screen
anymore, too
consumed with
thoughts of
Sophia.
‘I won’t let that
bastard Sophia’s dating get
away with this!” I snarled.
Brad’s
voice
dripped with
sarcasm. And how
exactly do
you plan
to
make him
pay? Challenge him
to
single combat?”
He shook his head in mock sympathy.
“I’m honestly heartbroken to
have such
a
stupid friend.
I felt
myself deflating further.
“Sophia won’t fall for such
a weak
Alpha,” Brad added coldly. “Think about
that.”
Brad stood
up and
stretched,
then
pressed the
intercom
button on the
table.
“Bring
me
a
bottle
BACARDI.
Alex
quickly
delivered the
bottle and
two glasses.
I stared at Brad in
– BACARDI surprise
was seriously strong stuff.
Brad’s Alpha aura suddenly exploded outward, powerful
and commanding.
His smile
was
cold and
sharp
as steel.
*Drink
this,” he
carrying the full weight said, his voice
of his
authority, “then
get
your
ass back
to the Frostclaw
Pack and
you.”
reclaim everything that belongs to
The sheer force of his presence was
charisma.
overwhelming.
When Brad unleashed his full
Alpha
power like this,
every word carried
incredible
persuasive force and
you will still
choose to be with? Pack, do
oppose whoever think you your family ‘Once
you control the entire Frostclaw
to your side.” you will eventually return powerful enough, everything that belongs to so what? As long as you’re
Even
if
Sophia
ends up
with
her
date,
Brad
rarely spoke at length, but when he did, – each word carried undeniable conviction.
every sentence cut straight
to the heart of the matter. Especially when his
Alpha
dominance was fully engaged
Suddenly, I understood
what he meant. Yes, if I became
strong enough, I could
protect everything I
wanted
to
protect, just like Brad did.
grabbed the
glass
and
downed the BACARDI in
one gulp.
The liquor
burned
like fire from
my stomach through my entire
body.
I closed my eyes briefly, and when 1
opened them again, I’d reclaimed
my Alpha resolve.
Brad’s lips curved in a satisfied smirk.
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I felt compelled to acknowledge what had just happened. “Damn, Brad. You really do have that effect on people, don’t you?”
“What effect?” he asked, though his tone suggested he knew exactly what I meant.
That ability to make people fall in line without even trying,” I said, shaking my head.
Brad traced his finger along the rim of his glass. “It’s not magic, Lester.”
*Isn’t it?‘ I challenged. “I’ve watched you do this to countless Alphas and Betas over the years. When you decide you want someone’s loyalty they just give
- it. No resistance, no questions asked.”
“Because I’m the Wolf King,” he said simply.
“Exactly. When you unleash that full Alpha dominance, controlling hearts becomes effortless for you.” I paused, studying his expression. Must be nice, having that kind of power over everyone.”
Something flickered across Brad’s face too quick for me to read. “Not everyone.”
–
Before I could ask what he meant, he downed his drink in one swift motion and set the glass down with deliberate precision.
‘Enough philosophy, Brad said, his voice taking on that dangerous edge I knew so well. “We have more pressing matters to attend to.*
He looked directly at me, refocusing entirely. “It’s almost time for our real entertainment tonight.”
His amber eyes gleamed with cold anticipation. “Mira Collins has been playing games for six years. Let’s finally see what secrets she’s been hiding.”
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
