Reclaimed By The Alpha King
Chapter 106

Chapter 106: Chapter 106

Alpha Theo stood in the shadows of Alpha Darwin’s hospital room, his sharp eyes scanning every corner to ensure no one had followed him.

The room was dimly lit, the faint hum of medical equipment breaking the heavy silence.

Darwin lay motionless on the bed, his once-powerful presence reduced to stillness.

Theo approached the bedside, his expression filled with concern and determination.

*I promised to protect you, Darwin, and I’ll keep that promise. But right now, Kimberly needs me too.*

He sighed deeply, running a hand through his hair. His voice dropped to a whisper, almost as if speaking to himself.

"Kimberly is in danger, and I don’t know how I’ll help her without causing chaos. Walking into Derrick’s territory... it’s suicide. But if I don’t, she’s as good as gone."

Theo looked at Darwin’s face, hoping for some kind of response, even though he knew it was impossible.

Still, he continued speaking, as if the act itself would bring clarity to his chaotic thoughts.

"I don’t know what to do, Darwin. I need your guidance. Kimberly... she’s more than just a part of your pack now or just your daughter.

She’s special—chosen. But she doesn’t even realize her full power yet. And Derrick... he’s a dangerous enemy."

As Theo stared at Darwin, he noticed something. His breath hitched. Darwin’s fingers twitched, ever so slightly. Theo froze, his eyes narrowing in disbelief.

"Darwin?" he called softly, stepping closer.

To his shock, Alpha Darwin’s eyes fluttered open, weak and unfocused but undeniably alive.

Theo leaned in, his heart racing. "Darwin? Can you hear me?"

Darwin’s lips moved, his voice faint but clear enough to send a shiver down Theo’s spine.

"I know... that Kimberly is strong," Darwin whispered. "But... please... do everything within your power... to keep her safe for me."

Theo’s chest tightened. He gripped the edge of the bed, his mind racing.

"Darwin, I swear I will," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. "But you need to rest. Save your strength."

Darwin gave the faintest nod before his eyes closed again, and his breathing steadied.

It was as though the effort of speaking had drained the last of his energy, pulling him back into his coma.

Theo stood there, stunned. *Was that real? Or just a figment of his fading consciousness?*

The moment of clarity was short-lived as Theo heard faint footsteps echoing down the hospital corridor.

His instincts kicked in. Without a second thought, he slipped behind the door, cloaking himself in the shadows.

The door creaked open, and Alpha Derrick walked in, his gait confident, his expression cold and arrogant.

Theo watched silently, his fists clenching at the sight of the man who had caused so much pain.

Derrick approached Darwin’s bed and sat down beside it, his lips curling into a sneer.

For a moment, he simply stared at the unconscious Alpha, his thoughts unreadable. Then he spoke, his voice low and dripping with disdain.

"You’re so weak, Darwin. Always have been." Derrick leaned closer, his words venomous.

"Even when you were standing, you were useless to me. A broken tool, good for nothing but keeping this pack intact."

Theo’s jaw tightened as he listened, his anger bubbling under the surface. *This man is a coward, spitting venom at someone who can’t even defend himself.*

Derrick chuckled darkly, shaking his head. "You know, I’ve been patient with you. Too patient.

But don’t worry—your time is coming. As soon as I get what I want, you’ll be nothing more than a memory."

Theo’s breath hitched. *What does he want? Kimberly? Or something else entirely?*

Derrick rose from the chair, adjusting his coat as if he hadn’t just uttered a death sentence. With one last glance at Darwin, he smirked.

"Rest well, Darwin. It’s the only thing you’re good at now."

Without another word, he turned on his heel and walked out of the room, his footsteps fading down the corridor.

Theo remained hidden, his heart pounding. His mind raced with questions. *What does Derrick mean to do? What’s his endgame?*

Once the coast was clear, Theo slipped out from behind the door, his resolve hardening.

*I can’t stay idle. Kimberly’s in danger, and Derrick’s planning something far worse than I imagined.*

But as he turned to leave, a chilling realization struck him. *If Derrick finds out I was here, both Darwin and Kimberly will suffer. I need to move carefully. There’s no room for error now.*

The chaos in his mind was relentless, and Theo knew one thing for certain—this was just the beginning of a far greater storm.

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Kimberly entered the physician’s dimly lit chamber, her heart racing.

The air smelled of herbs and antiseptic, and she could hear the faint bubbling of something boiling in the corner.

She wasn’t sure if she was more nervous about the checkup or the suspicion gnawing at her gut.

"Good evening, sir," she greeted cautiously, her voice steady despite her inner turmoil.

The physician, a frail old man with eyes that seemed to hold centuries of wisdom, looked up from his workbench.

He motioned for her to come closer, his expression unusually serious.

"Come closer, Kimberly," he said in a low voice, his eyes darting toward the door as if ensuring no one was listening.

Kimberly hesitated for a moment, then stepped forward, her instincts telling her something wasn’t right.

As soon as she was close enough, the physician began speaking in a hushed tone.

"Kimberly," he began, his voice heavy with emotion, "I am an old man. I have served this pack faithfully for decades, but there comes a time when a man must decide between loyalty and his conscience."

Kimberly’s brows furrowed. "What are you saying, sir?"

He sighed deeply, his eyes meeting hers. "I don’t know what you’ve done to anger Alpha Derrick and his wife, Mona, but they have asked me to do something terrible. Something I cannot bring myself to do."

Kimberly’s heart sank. "What do you mean?" she whispered, fear creeping into her voice.

The physician leaned in closer, his tone grave. "They want me to poison you. A slow, undetectable poison that would weaken you over time until you perish. They’ve disguised it as a treatment, but their intention is clear."

Kimberly took a step back, her breath hitching. "Poison? Why? What could they possibly gain from killing me?"

The physician shook his head. "This is no time to ask why, Kimberly. You must focus on surviving. I’ve decided to defy their orders.

Instead of poison, I’ll give you harmless medication—something for anxiety and stress. You’ll take it regularly, and I’ll report to Mona that the poison is working."

Kimberly stared at him, her mind spinning. "You’re risking your life for me?"

"I am risking everything," he admitted, "but I cannot allow an innocent to die on my watch. I will not have your blood on my hands."

Kimberly felt tears well up in her eyes. She didn’t know what to say. The kindness of this man, a stranger, was overwhelming.

"Thank you," she managed to whisper, her voice trembling.

The physician placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "We will play this game carefully, Kimberly.

You must act as though you trust them. Show no signs of suspicion. And most importantly, tell no one about this—not your friends, not Ma’am Elena, no one."

Kimberly nodded, though the weight of his warning pressed heavily on her chest.

"What about escape?" she asked after a moment. "Is there a way out of this place?"

The physician sighed. "That’s something we’ll have to figure out. For now, survival is the priority. We need time to plan."

Kimberly’s mind raced. *How did things get this bad? Derrick and Mona... they’re willing to go to such lengths to get rid of me. Why?*

As she turned to leave, the physician called her back. "One last thing, Kimberly."

She paused, her hand on the door. "Yes?"

He walked over to her, his voice dropping to a near whisper. "You may not be aware of it yet, but there is something extraordinary about you.

I don’t know what it is, but they fear it. That’s why they want you gone. Keep that in mind as you navigate this situation."

Kimberly’s eyes widened. "What do you mean? What’s extraordinary about me?"

The physician shook his head. "I don’t know the details. All I know is that your presence unsettles them in a way I’ve never seen before. Be careful."

Kimberly nodded slowly, her mind swirling with questions. She wanted to press him further, but something in his expression told her it wasn’t the time.

As she opened the door, she was met with an unexpected sight—a shadow darting down the hallway. Kimberly’s heart leaped into her throat. *Was someone listening?*

She turned back to the physician, panic in her eyes. "Did you see that?"

He shook his head. "Just go, Kimberly. Quickly, but calmly. We can’t afford to raise suspicion."

Taking a deep breath, Kimberly stepped out into the hallway. She forced herself to walk at a normal pace, even as her mind screamed at her to run.

The corridor was eerily quiet, but she couldn’t shake the feeling that someone was watching her.

*Who was that shadow? Did they hear everything?*

As she rounded a corner, she nearly collided with one of Mona’s maids. The woman eyed her curiously. "Are you alright, Kimberly? You look pale."

Kimberly forced a smile. "I’m fine. Just tired."

The maid nodded, though her gaze lingered for a moment too long. Kimberly quickly excused herself and made her way back to her room, her heart pounding with every step.

As she reached her door, she hesitated. *Who can I trust now? The physician said not to tell anyone, but what if my friends are in danger too?*

Shaking her head, she pushed the thought aside. *No. I can’t risk it. For now, I’ll do as he says.*

Kimberly entered her room, closing the door behind her with a quiet click. She leaned against it, her chest heaving as she tried to calm her racing heart.

The conversation with the physician replayed in her mind, his warning echoing in her ears. *They want me dead. But why? What are they so afraid of?*

As tears threatened to spill, Kimberly clenched her fists. *I won’t let them break me. If they want a fight, they’ll get one. But first, I need to survive.*

With that resolve, she wiped her tears and sat on the bed, trying to piece together the fragments of her chaotic reality.

The battle was far from over, but Kimberly knew one thing for sure—she wasn’t going down without a fight...

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