The Alpha King's Regret: Hiding His Secret Twins novel Chapter 4

Kiara POV

The next morning came like a foggy haze, as I felt too drained to process any emotions. I had cried myself to sleep, waiting for Killian to return to the room, but all my hopes had faded away to nothingness. But I remember slumbered off on the floor, when did I end up back in bed? And moreover, my clothes have changed. I was wearing only a long white shirt that barely covered my butt which I usually wear at night. Did Killian change my clothes?

I glanced around the room, and although Killian wasn't there, his lingering scent told me he had come during the night, slept beside me, and then resumed his duties as usual in the morning. It was his typical routine he followed with punctiliousness, never missing a beat.

After freshening up and dressing, I had only one destination in mind—to confront Killian. He had hurt my pride. I may be weak but not for my mate to step on me and behave like last night never happened.

The night's events remained a blur, and I couldn't comprehend what had driven Killian to act in such a way. Had I not fulfilled my duties perfectly? What could have caused him to make such a significant decision without consulting me? Like if he had ever done it.

As I stood before his office door, ready to knock, Alejandro's voice caught my attention, causing me to hesitate.

"What was the reason to go to such an extent, Killian?" He asked, and hearing his voice it was enough for me to know that he was also disappointed by this sudden change. He had a good relationship with me. We started as friends, and he put his faith in my every decision. As much as he is Beta for Killian, he has given me the exact same treatment. I never questioned his loyalty towards me.

"I don't understand what you're trying to say, Alejandro. Care to clarify?" Killian's alpha voice echoed in the room, brimming with power that revealed that he was not pleased with the question.

"You appointed Rihanna as the Luna of the pack without discussing anything with Kiara. She had no knowledge of this sudden change. What you did last night is unacceptable, especially to someone who puts her duties, the pack and you before everything," Alejandro stated firmly, unyielding in the face of Killian's anger.

"If she didn’t behave like she knew about all this, you would be in front of councils and ministries giving them answers," He added.

I knew I shouldn’t be listening to this. No. Eavesdropping on your own mate is the worst thing I’ve done in my life, but I needed to know the reason behind his actions.

"Are you saying that everything I wish to do in my own pack has to be discussed with her?" Killian growled, his fury evident. He was more than just angry; something deeper seemed to fuel his frustration. By staying beside him, I’ve learned to read him. It was my only option to understand him when he didn’t talk to me.

"Yes, because she is rightfully the Luna of the pack and your mate, Killian," Alejandro reasoned without backing out.

"I know what I'm doing, Alejandro. You don't have to worry about that. What's done is done, and there's no going back," Killian replied, his voice unwavering.

"I thought that finding your mate would be enough for you to forget about Rihanna," Alejandro said, and my body shuddered at the mention of her name. Forget about her? My wolf growled inside, unsettled by the confession.

"You're not going to reject her, are you, Killian? We've been friends since childhood, and I know your feelings towards Rihanna. For god sake, everyone in the pack knows. But I thought they would fade once you found your mate, Kiara is your mate," Alejandro's voice echoed in the room, filled with concern.