Bound by Blood, Betrayed by the Alpha

Synopsis

My father and brother died for the pack, and the Alpha King promised to accompany me in honoring their memory each year. But on the day of the memorial, Lawson stormed into my chambers, demanding I surrender the Luna’s pendant. He bared his claws at my throat. “My true mate has always been Armani! You’ve clung to this position for far too long, leveraging your family’s sacrifice. It’s time for you to step down!” “Besides,” he added coldly, “I don’t need a Luna who can’t even bear an heir. From now on, you’ll serve Armani in her daily needs. Consider it a mercy.” Years ago, during a rogue attack, I had stood before him with my wolf form, shielding him from harm. Now, he wielded his claws against me for another she-wolf. Heartbroken, I handed over the pendant and the ceremonial scrolls. When I appeared before him with my hair