The Alpha's Hidden Heirs (Selene and Kane)

The Alpha's Hidden Heirs 47

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"What?"

The news left me stunned.

"Yeah, that's what he wants," Marcus confirmed.

I shook my head firmly. "I can't go there."

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He glanced at my hotel room and smirked. "What's so great about a hotel room anyway? You know our pack mansion is way more luxurious."

I raised an eyebrow, catching his hint about my status as Kane's ex-wife. Of course all his officials knew about their Alpha's personal life - everyone did, thanks to social media these days.

"Let me talk to Alpha Garrett," I said. "Call him."

Without hesitation, Marcus pulled his phone from his jeans pocket, dialed Garrett's number, and handed it to me.

When Garrett answered, I got straight to the point. "Garrett, I can't stay there."

"Selene, why not? Haven't we already discussed this?" he asked.

"But Garrett, how can I possibly live in the pack mansion?"

"You're our guest. At least give us a chance to welcome you properly."

I sighed, conflicted about what to do. Taking a deep breath, I closed my eyes. "Fine, I'll come."

I handed the phone back to Marcus, who wrapped up the conversation with Garrett: "I'll bring her to the mansion then."

After checking out, I followed Marcus outside. I called my driver to let him know about the change of plans, declining his offer to drive me there.

Marcus opened the passenger door of his SUV for me. Once inside, I sat quietly, watching the scenery through the windshield while he drove in silence.

A thought suddenly struck me. "Does your Alpha stay at the mansion?" I asked, turning to him.

During our two-year marriage, Kane rarely visited the mansion except when his father insisted on family dinners. We had our own place where we spent most of our time together.

Maybe his habits had changed over the years.

"No. He usually stays at his company apartment," Marcus replied.

Relief washed over me. If he wasn't there, I wouldn't have to face him again.

An hour later, we pulled up to the pack mansion. As we entered the grounds, memories of my previous visits flooded back.

Marcus parked in front of the entrance and came around to open my door. I thanked him as I stepped out, and he gestured toward the mansion. As I approached the imposing gates, my heart pounded with a mix of anxiety and anticipation. The grand stone building stood majestically against the backdrop of dense forest, each stone seeming to whisper stories from the past.

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from Kane's father - my former father-in-law - especially given his health condition.

Pushing aside the emotions threatening to overwhelm me, I stepped inside. The warmth of the interior contrasted sharply with my cold fears.

Diana, Kane's mother, spotted me immediately and came over. "Thank you for agreeing to stay." Her eyes held a complex mixture of joy and sadness.

"We just got back. Garrett's in his room. Have you eaten? Let's have dinner together," she suggested. "Sure."

She called a maid to show me to my room. The maid's face registered recognition when she saw me - clearly, she remembered who I was.

Following her upstairs, we stopped at a bedroom door, which she unlocked. "Mrs. Diana had us prepare this room specifically for you."

I stepped inside and was impressed by the decor. The walls were painted in soft, calming tones, and the subtle scent of lavender filled the air.

"Beautiful room," I commented.

"We've stocked the closet with some clothes for you to change into."

! quickly checked the walk-in closet and nodded. Diana was truly remarkable, arranging all this in just hours.

After the maid left, I closed the door and selected a comfortable maxi dress for the evening.

Changed and ready, I headed downstairs to join Garrett and Diana for dinner. The staff directed me to the dining room, where I found them waiting.

Their joy at having me stay was obvious. I hadn't realized they'd still care so much after all these years. After dinner, we moved to the living room couches and discussed the current state of the Nightfall Pack. So much had changed over the years.

As night fell and we were deep in conversation, footsteps echoed through the hallway.

"Alpha has returned to the mansion," a maid quickly informed Garrett.

I looked toward the entrance. The moment Kane stepped inside, his expression changed - a grimace crossed his face as if he'd caught an unpleasant scent.

His eyes found me immediately, eyebrows rising in surprise at my presence. That penetrating gaze locked with mine, instantly stirring my inner wolf.

I took a deep breath and looked away, making it clear that the mate bond meant nothing to me

anymore.