The Alpha's Hidden Heirs (Selene and Kane)

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The Alpha's Hidden Hairs

Chapter 200

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I averted my gaze, taking my eyes off my father as I tightened my grip on the glass in my hand. The pressure of my fingers against the smooth surface felt oddly grounding, yet it couldn't stop the strange sensation twisting inside me. The memories of that night came rushing back-the night of the war.

I felt a sharp stab of pain in my chest as I thought about it.

That night, when I went to the Iron Crown Pack, my only goal had been to save Selene. I'd heard rumors that someone was targeting her family, and my first thought was that she might also be killed. I'd believed she was a helpless omega, incapable of defending herself.

But I'd been wrong.

That night, I realized something that had been buried deep inside me: I wanted her. And it wasn't just the mate bond that stirred the longing in my chest. It was something much deeper.

For five years, her memory had tormented me every single night.

The truth was, I regretted it. I regretted it every single night.

"Kane, are you even listening to me?" my father's voice broke through my thoughts.

Without a word, I lifted the glass and downed the wine in one go, the bitter liquid burning slightly as it slid down my throat.

I stood up, and my father's brows furrowed immediately as he watched me.

"Dad, don't overthink," I said, brushing past him and heading for the door.

But his voice stopped me in my tracks.

"I saw the way you looked at her during the pack party," he said firmly. "Don't even think about denying it. I'm your father-I know you better than you think."

I closed my eyes, taking a long, steady breath.

"I wanted her to be my daughter-in-law because I believed she could handle

you," he continued. "And I still believe I didn't ruin your life. In fact, I chose what was best for you."

Slowly, I opened my eyes and turned to face him. He stood from the couch as if something in my expression had alarmed him.

His posture shifted, and for the first time, I noticed fear in his eyes.

Why?

Why was he so terrified? What had he seen in me?

"You're right," I began, my voice low. "I regre-"

Before I could finish, a knock at the door interrupted me.

I turned and opened it, finding Finn standing there.

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"It's Doctor Nathan," he said, holding up my phone. Only then did I realize I'd left it behind.

My father stepped closer, his curiosity evident. I could see the uncertainty flickering in his eyes, as tho ugh he doubted Ruby's story.

But I didn't.

I trusted Ruby. She had been with me for over six years. I was the one who had

found her, and I knew she wasn't lying.

"Put it on speaker," I said to Finn.

Finn nodded and answered the call, setting the phone to loudspeaker mode.

Nathan's voice came through immediately, calm but serious.

"Alpha," he said.