Chapter 115: Chapter 115

Chapter 115 Get 5 Kane strode into the pack house, flanked by his officials. I sprang to my feet, stunned. But Magnus remained composed, as if he had been expecting Kane’s arrival all along.

I stared at Kane as he approached us with the confidence of a king, his four guards following closely behind. I recognized Beta Finn immediately. I was also familiar with Delta Marcus–he was the one who had picked me up from the hotel and brought me here.

However, the two men standing behind Kane were unfamiliar to me. They were the Theta and Gamma of the Nightfall Pack.

“Alpha Kane, welcome once again to the Iron Crown Pack,” my brother greeted him, extending his hand I was dumbfounded. My gaze flickered to their handshake before I quickly turned my attention back to Magnus.

What the hell was going on? Why was he speaking to Kane so politely?

I stood there feeling like a clueless fool while the pack’s officials exchanged firm, professional handshakes, as if this were just another diplomatic meeting.

“Magnus, why is he here?” I murmured under my breath, leaning slightly toward my brother.

But Magnus responded loudly, deliberately making sure Kane could hear.

“My little baby, don’t be like that. Be professional and greet our guest.”

I scowled at him. What the hell was he thinking? He simply nodded at me, as if telling me to comply.

Letting out a quiet sigh, I turned my attention back to Kane, who now stood directly in front of me, his eyes locked onto mine.

As he stepped closer, he extended his hand toward me. “We meet again, Miss Selene,” he said smoothly.

The memory of that night at the party flashed through my mind–the way he had kissed my neck. leaving his mark on me, a mark I had been forced to bear for four days before finally having it removed. He had no right to touch me like that.

I offered him a tight, forced smile while eyeing his outstretched hand. “Yeah, welcome to our pack.” But I didn’t shake his hand. I had no desire to. The last time I did, he had held onto me far too long.

I wasn’t about to take that risk again, especially not in front of Magnus. My brother had a notoriously short temper, and his protectiveness over me was almost suffocating. If he lost his patience, there was no telling what he’d do.

Realizing I had no intention of shaking his hand, Kane let his arm fall, slowly curling his fingers into a fist.

“My sister doesn’t like being touched by strangers,” Magnus remarked pointedly.

I knew exactly what he was doing–mocking Kane for what had happened at the party.

Kane gave a slight nod, his expression unreadable. “That’s a good thing,” he murmured under his breath, his gaze shifting back to me. “She shouldn’t let just anyone touch her.”

17:22 < Chapter 115 Magnus narrowed his eyes. “Did you say something?”

“Nothing.”

© Get 5 Kane lowered himself onto the couch across from us, and we resumed our seats from earlier.

Axel took the spot next to me, while the others settled into their respective places.

“The pack meeting is tomorrow,” Magnus noted, his tone edged with sarcasm. “Didn’t expect you to arrive a whole day early. I wasn’t aware Alpha Kane had so much free time to visit other packs.”

I finally understood why Magnus had been acting so polite–he was toying with Kane, mocking him.

Kane simply chuckled, seemingly unfazed. His mood actually appeared... good. Too good. What was putting him in such high spirits?

“I heard the other Alphas have been trying to win your favor,” Kane responded smoothly. “So I figured- why not try my luck as well? Alpha Magnus is a wise man. I believe he’ll give everyone a fair chance.” Their words were wrapped in politeness, but the underlying tension was razor–sharp.

As the two Alphas continued discussing their agendas, I sat there, unsure how to react.

For years, Kane’s name had been practically forbidden in our household–an unspoken rule. And now, here he was, sitting in our home, casually discussing a potential alliance with my brother.

I wished my parents were here. They would have handled this far better than I ever could.

What if Magnus lost his temper and attacked Kane? That would shatter years of political balance and break the laws of the packs.

My thoughts were spiraling so quickly, I started coughing.

“You need water?” Axel asked softly.

I turned to him and shook my head. “No, I’m fine.”

He leaned in slightly. “If you don’t want to be here, you can go inside.”

I hesitated. “I can’t just leave my brother alone with him. And why didn’t you tell me Kane was coming?” I asked, lowering my voice.

Axel blinked at me, looking surprised. “I did tell you last night.”

“When?”

“Right after I put you to bed.”

I froze. “Wait–you put me to bed? Hold on. You carried me all the way to my room?”

“Of course,” Axel said with a shrug. “Who else would do it?”

I let out an awkward laugh, feeling a little embarrassed. “Uh... thanks. I appreciate it.”

He shook his head. “Nope. I’m not letting you off that easy. If you really want to thank me, you owe me a drink. Then we’ll call it even.”

I sighed, remembering what he had said last night–how I never drank with him the way I did with Grayson. Axel and I had always been close, and I knew he wasn’t going to drop this.

“If Magnus allows it, I’ll drink with you tomorrow. Happy now?”

1722 < Chapter 115 Axel was about to nod when he suddenly stiffened. His gaze flickered to the others.

I turned my head and realized everyone was staring at us.

Wait–weren’t we whispering? Had we really been that loud?

Kane’s expression had darkened. His once–relaxed face was now tense, his eyes stormy. I quickly looked away, shifting my focus back to Magnus.

“You two can save your little lovebirds‘ chat for later,” Magnus remarked, though there was amusement hidden in his voice. “We have a guest here. My Beta and my sister–the CEO of my company–should try to act a little more professional.”

Lovebirds? Since when had our conversation become ‘lovey–dovey‘?

Had he said that just because Kane was here?

Magnus cleared his throat and turned back to Kane. “So, where were we, Alpha Kane?”

Menu “I’ve heard a lot about your pack’s hospitality.” Kane said, glancing around the room before adding. “Perhaps you’d be willing to extend it to me... by allowing me to stay here for the night?”

I nearly groaned.

How the hell could Magnus refuse now? Would I have to endure Kane’s presence for an entire day?

But then Magnus’s voice cut through the tension–sharp and unwavering.

“I’m afraid that won’t be possible,” he said coolly. “Only a select few Alphas are granted the privilege of staying in the Iron Crown Pack’s house. And you, Kane, are not one of them.”

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