Reclaimed By The Alpha King
Chapter 128

Chapter 128: Chapter 128

The supreme pack house buzzed with anticipation as alphas from all over arrived for the urgent meeting.

The air was thick with tension, curiosity, and unspoken rivalries.

Alpha Theo and Alpha Derrick, the two most prominent figures, were the last to arrive, their entrances nearly simultaneous.

Their eyes briefly locked, a silent battle of wills passing between them, before they both moved to take their respective seats.

The round table gleamed under the moonlight streaming through the grand windows, and at its center stood the supreme priest, draped in ceremonial robes of silver and gold.

His presence commanded respect, and as he raised his hands, the murmurs ceased, leaving only a tense silence.

"Greetings to all present here, and sorry for the short notice about the time rescheduling for the meeting." the supreme priest began, his deep voice reverberating throughout the hall.

"I have summoned you all for a matter of great urgency and to make an announcement that will shape the future of alphas and their packs."

The alphas leaned forward in their chairs, their expressions ranging from curiosity to impatience.

"The prophecy moon has shown itself," the priest continued, his words dropping like stones into still water.

"This means one thing: the wait of over two hundred years is finally over. The moon goddess has arrived and has begun to manifest her powers."

Gasps and exclamations filled the room. The news hit like a thunderclap, shocking most of the alphas.

All but Alpha Theo and Alpha Derrick, who remained composed, their expressions unreadable.

"The moon goddess?" Angelo, the alpha of the Crystal Pack, was the first to speak, his voice tinged with disbelief. "Are you certain? Do we know who she is?"

"No," the supreme priest replied calmly. "We do not yet know her identity. However, we do know this:

whoever earns her love and loyalty, whoever marries her in true love, will be crowned the alpha king."

The room erupted into loud murmurs as the alphas turned to one another, their voices filled with both excitement and doubt.

"An alpha king?" one of the alphas muttered. "It’s been centuries since such a thing existed."

Alpha Theo’s gaze shifted subtly to Alpha Derrick, and for a split second, their eyes met.

The tension between them was palpable, though neither said a word.

*Theo is hiding something,* Derrick thought, his mind racing.

*He fits the description of the unknown alpha who attacked me that night. Does he know something about Kimberly?*

*Derrick’s too calm,* Theo mused.

*He must have learned something about Kimberly. I know she’s the moon goddess, I have to act before he does. I won’t let her remain in his clutches.*

The supreme priest raised his hand again, silencing the room.

"The moon goddess carries power beyond comprehension," he explained. "Her strength is tied to the universe itself.

Only through true love and compassion will her powers reach their full potential. And the alpha who connects with her destiny will not only marry her but will also rule over all packs as the alpha king."

Another alpha, seated near the edge of the table, leaned forward. "How do we convince someone with such power—someone we don’t even know—to marry any of us?"

The priest’s gaze was steady as he answered. "This is not about coercion or deceit.

The moon goddess’s heart cannot be won by force. Her destiny is intertwined with that of the alpha king.

Only sincerity, honor, and love will forge the bond required to unlock her true strength."

"What if she refuses to rule or to marry anyone?" another alpha asked, his tone skeptical.

"The moon goddess cannot refuse her destiny," the priest said with certainty.

"It is written in the stars. She will find her alpha king, and together they will bring balance to all packs for generations to come."

The room fell silent as the weight of the prophecy settled over the alphas.

The idea of a moon goddess, a ruler who could unite all packs under one king, was both thrilling and intimidating.

"This is a lot to take in," Angelo said, breaking the silence.

"We’re supposed to drop everything and search for her? What if she’s already under someone’s protection?"

The supreme priest’s gaze sharpened.

"Then it will become clear soon enough. The moon goddess’s powers will reveal themselves, and when they do, the one destined to be the alpha king must rise to the challenge.

This is no longer about individual packs or territories. This is about the survival and unity of all werewolves."

Alpha Theo’s jaw tightened, his mind racing.

*If Kimberly is the moon goddess as I believe, she must be protected. But how can I get to her without Derrick interfering?*

Alpha Derrick, meanwhile, kept his face neutral, but his thoughts were storming.

*Kimberly... could she truly be the one? If she is, I cannot allow Theo—or anyone else—to get to her first. She’s the key to everything.*

The supreme priest raised his voice once more, drawing everyone’s attention back to him.

"This is not the time for endless questions or doubts," he said firmly.

"The prophecy is clear. The time has come. I advise each of you to begin your search immediately.

Trust your instincts, but also remember this: the moon goddess’s heart cannot be won by ambition alone. Only true love will make her power yours."

With that, the priest stepped back, signaling the end of the meeting.

The alphas rose from their seats, the room alive with murmurs and whispers as they began to file out of the supreme pack house.

Alpha Theo and Alpha Derrick walked out last, their movements deliberate, their minds focused. For a brief moment, their paths crossed near the entrance.

"You seem unusually quiet, Theo," Derrick said, his tone casual but his eyes sharp.

"And you seem unusually composed for such groundbreaking news," Theo replied smoothly.

They stared at each other for a moment longer, a silent battle of wills, before each turned and walked away, their next moves already forming in their minds.

As the alphas left the supreme pack house, the quest for the moon goddess had officially begun.

The stakes were higher than ever, and every alpha knew one thing: this was a race that only one could win.

★★★

As Alpha Derrick slid into the driver’s seat of his sleek black car, his mind raced.

The meeting had revealed more than he expected, and now his thoughts were tangled in the weight of the prophecy and his unresolved past.

He was about to start the car when his phone vibrated on the dashboard.

Seeing Mona’s name on the screen, he sighed heavily. "What now?" he muttered before answering the call.

"Derrick, what’s happening?" Mona’s voice shot through the phone, sharp and laced with panic.

"We haven’t seen my dad, and now I hear you’ve gone to some alphas’ meeting. Is this about my dad? Tell me!"

Derrick pinched the bridge of his nose and leaned back in his seat. "Mona, calm down," he said, trying to keep his voice steady.

"I’m working tirelessly to find Alpha Darwin. I told you that. The meeting today wasn’t about him."

"Then what was it about?" Mona pressed, her voice rising. "You’re hiding something, Derrick. I can feel it. Why won’t you just tell me what’s going on?"

"Mona, stop," Derrick said firmly, his tone hardening. "I’m not hiding anything from you. But I can’t handle your constant questioning right now.

I have too much on my plate, and I don’t have time to explain every detail to you. Please, trust me and give me space."

Mona’s silence on the other end of the line spoke volumes. Just as she was about to reply, Derrick cut her off.

"And another thing, Mona," he said, his voice low and pointed, "I need you to stop being so nosy about my personal business. Not everything revolves around your curiosity."

Before she could respond, Derrick ended the call with a sharp press of the button.

He tossed the phone onto the passenger seat and clenched the steering wheel, his jaw tightening.

"This is exactly why I can’t deal with her right now," he muttered. He took a deep breath, trying to push the irritation out of his system.

But as the silence returned, his mind wandered back to the prophecy. *Kimberly...* he thought, his eyes narrowing.

"Winning her heart won’t be easy," Derrick said to himself, his voice low and resolute.

"Not after what I’ve done. I chose Mona over her once... but that was before I knew what Kimberly could be.

The moon goddess..." He paused, gripping the wheel tighter. "If I want to be the alpha king, I’ll have to fix my mistakes.

Somehow, I’ll make her see that I’m the right choice."

Just as he reached for the ignition, his phone buzzed again. He groaned, his patience already frayed.

"If this is Mona again—" he muttered as he grabbed the phone.

But it wasn’t Mona. The name on the screen made his brow furrow. One of his men.

His irritation shifted to curiosity, and he answered the call with a curt, "Speak on. I’m listening."

"Alpha Derrick," the man’s voice came through, a mix of excitement and unease, "he’s awake. Alpha Darwin has opened his eyes."

Derrick’s grip on the phone tightened, and his heart skipped a beat.

"What?" he said sharply, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper. "Are you sure?"

"Yes, alpha," the man confirmed. "He woke up just a few minutes ago. He’s weak, but he’s conscious."

For a moment, Derrick didn’t respond. His mind raced as he tried to process the news.

*Alpha Darwin is awake. This changes everything. If he remembers anything...*

He shook off the thought and focused. "I’m on my way," he said, his tone decisive.

Without waiting for a reply, he ended the call and tossed the phone onto the seat again.

Starting the engine, Derrick’s mind was already calculating his next move.

*Darwin’s recovery could complicate things... or it could be the key I need to solidify my position.

Either way, I can’t let this opportunity slip through my fingers.*

With a determined look, Derrick sped off, his mind locked on the challenges ahead.

The race for power was only beginning, and he intended to win it—no matter the cost...