Reclaimed By The Alpha King
Chapter 129

Chapter 129: Chapter 129

Alpha Derrick walked into the sterile hospital room, his shoes clicking softly against the tiled floor.

The faint sound of medical equipment beeping filled the air.

His eyes fell on Alpha Darwin, lying frail but awake, his eyes slowly scanning the room.

At first, Derrick hesitated by the door, observing the older man. His thoughts swirled.

*He looks so weak, so vulnerable. Perfect. If I play this right, I can get him to tell me what I need to know about Kimberly. He must know something.*

A sly smile crept across Derrick’s face, but he quickly replaced it with an expression of concern and relief as he approached the bed.

"Thank goodness you’re awake," Derrick said warmly, sitting down on a chair next to the bed.

"I always knew you were a fighter, Alpha Darwin. You’re too strong to let this take you down."

Darwin’s lips curled into a faint, weak smile, but he said nothing. His breathing was shallow, and his body trembled slightly with each inhale.

"You don’t need to say anything right now," Derrick continued, placing a hand gently on Darwin’s arm as if to comfort him.

"Just focus on getting your strength back. Mona will be so relieved to hear that you’re awake. She’s been worried sick about you."

Darwin tried to speak, but the words came out in a whisper, barely audible. Derrick leaned in closer, pretending to care deeply.

"Save your energy, Alpha Darwin. I’ll tell her everything. You just focus on healing," Derrick said soothingly.

*This is going perfectly,* Derrick thought.

*He’ll trust me now. And once I have his trust, I’ll get all the information I need about Kimberly.*

Just as Derrick stood up, ready to make his exit and call Mona, he felt a weak tug on his blazer.

He froze, turning back to see Darwin’s trembling hand gripping the fabric.

"Where... is... Kimberly?" Darwin’s voice was hoarse and barely audible, but the words were clear enough to make Derrick pause.

Derrick’s heart skipped a beat, but he quickly masked his surprise with a calm expression.

*Why is he asking about Kimberly? What does he know?*

"She’s fine," Derrick said with a reassuring smile. "She’s safe in the pack house as we speak. You don’t need to worry about her."

Darwin’s grip loosened, and his hand fell back onto the bed. He closed his eyes briefly, as if satisfied with the answer.

Derrick straightened up, his mind racing as he walked toward the door.

*Why did he ask about Kimberly? Has he been seeing something about her, while he was in coma? No... that’s impossible.

But I’ll figure it out. Whatever he knows, I’ll find out.*

Once outside the room, Derrick leaned against the wall and pulled out his phone. He hesitated for a moment, considering his next move, then dialed Mona’s number.

The phone barely rang before she answered. "Derrick! Did you find anything? What’s going on?"

"Mona," Derrick said firmly, "your father is awake."

The gasp on the other end of the line was audible.

"Awake? Are you serious? How? Where is he? Why didn’t you tell me sooner?

Where and when did you find him? " Her voice was a mix of shock, excitement, and confusion.

Derrick took a deep breath, injecting sincerity into his tone.

"Listen, Mona. I moved him to a better hospital. The care he was getting before wasn’t enough and the security level wasn’t good enough.

I didn’t tell you because I didn’t want to get your hopes up in case something went wrong. But now he’s awake, and he’s stable."

There was a brief silence on the other end before Mona’s voice softened. "I... I understand. You were just trying to help.

Thank you, Derrick. I don’t know what I would’ve done without you."

Derrick smiled, though it didn’t reach his eyes. "You don’t need to thank me. I only want the best for you and your family."

"Where are you now? I need to see him," Mona said eagerly.

"I’ll send you the address," Derrick replied, his voice calm and composed. "But Mona, please... come alone.

I don’t want anyone else knowing about this yet. We need to keep this quiet until your father is fully recovered. Can you do that?"

"Yes, of course. I’ll come right away," Mona said without hesitation.

"Good," Derrick said, his tone firm but kind. "Be careful on your way here."

As he ended the call, Derrick’s expression shifted.

The warmth and concern he had shown moments ago melted away, replaced by a calculating smirk.

He tucked his phone back into his pocket and stared down the empty hallway.

*The game is on,* he thought to himself.

*Mona trusts me completely. Alpha Darwin is too weak to question me. And Kimberly... she’ll come around.

I’ll do whatever it takes to make her mine. I will be the alpha king.*

With that thought lingering in his mind, Derrick pushed off the wall and made his way back into the room, a new wave of determination fueling his every step.

The pieces were falling into place, and Derrick was ready to seize control.

★★★

Kimberly stood outside the back entrance with Mohandria, Lisa, and Kaitlyn, waiting for the plan to unfold.

Though she appeared calm, her heart raced. Her thoughts twisted and turned like a storm.

*Why is my life changing so fast? What is this power everyone seems to want from me?*

Elena soon arrived, her posture steady and her expression unreadable.

Her presence brought a sense of reassurance to the group, though Kimberly’s worries lingered beneath her composed exterior.

"Good morning, everyone," Elena said, her voice calm but authoritative. "We’re heading toward the back entrance. A car is waiting for us there."

The girls nodded silently, their trust in Elena evident.

"But listen carefully," Elena added, glancing around. "We’ll walk casually, as though we’re just taking a stroll.

There are too many eyes watching us right now. We can’t afford to raise suspicion."

Kimberly nodded, forcing a neutral expression onto her face.

*I need answers today. I need to know who I am and why my life is constantly in chaos,* she thought as they began walking.

The group moved together, chatting lightly, trying to appear relaxed.

Elena occasionally glanced over her shoulder, her sharp eyes scanning for any signs of danger.

Just as they neared the back entrance, two guards approached them, their stern expressions breaking the casual air.

The guards bowed respectfully to Elena before one of them spoke.

"Alpha Derrick has requested Kimberly’s presence immediately," the guard said, his tone firm but polite.

Elena’s expression hardened. "What does he want with her now?" she asked sharply, her gaze piercing.

Kimberly tensed, her mind racing. *What could he possibly want with me?*

The guard replied without flinching. "We were only told to bring her to him. Alpha Derrick’s orders."

Elena crossed her arms, her protective instincts flaring. "She’s not going anywhere until I know why."

Before the tension could escalate further, Kimberly stepped forward, her voice calm but resigned.

"Ma’am, please," she said softly, placing a hand on Elena’s arm. "Let’s not make this worse.

I don’t want you getting into trouble because of me."

Elena’s eyes softened, though her frustration remained. "Kimberly, this isn’t right. He’s using his authority to—"

"It’s fine," Kimberly interrupted gently. "Remember, I’m just a slave to him and the pack. I have to obey his call."

Her words stung Elena, but she knew Kimberly was right.

Kimberly turned to the guards, her expression unreadable. "Lead the way. I’ll go with you."

Elena sighed deeply, her concern evident. "We’ll wait for you, Kimberly. We’ll be close."

Mohandria stepped forward, her voice trembling slightly. "Kim, we’re here for you, always."

Kimberly managed a small, reassuring smile. "I know."

The group watched in silence as Kimberly followed the guards, her figure growing smaller until she disappeared around the corner.

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The guards led Kimberly through the grand halls of the pack house, their footsteps echoing off the marble floors.

Her heart felt heavy, but she kept her face calm.

*What could he want from me now? Why am I constantly caught in the middle of all this?*

They stopped in front of Alpha Derrick’s chamber. One of the guards knocked before opening the door and gesturing for her to enter.

Kimberly stepped inside, her breath catching slightly as she saw Alpha Derrick seated in an opulent chair.

He exuded power and authority, his every move deliberate. His piercing eyes locked onto hers, making her feel exposed.

"Kimberly," he said smoothly, gesturing toward a seat beside him. "Come, sit beside me."

Kimberly hesitated, her body stiffening. *Why does he want me close to him? What is he planning?*

"I’d rather stand," she replied calmly, her voice steady despite the unease crawling up her spine.

Derrick raised an eyebrow, leaning back in his chair. "I insist," he said, his tone soft but commanding.

Kimberly met his gaze, her expression unwavering. "With all due respect, Alpha Derrick, I’m more comfortable standing."

A flicker of irritation crossed Derrick’s face, but he quickly masked it with a charming smile.

"You’ve always been a stubborn one, haven’t you? That’s one of the things I admire about you."

Kimberly’s heart skipped a beat at his words, but she didn’t let it show.

*Admire? What is he trying to do? He’s married to Mona. What game is he playing?*

"What do you want from me, Alpha Derrick?" she asked bluntly, cutting through the tension.

Derrick chuckled softly, the sound low and calculated. "Straight to the point. I like that."

She didn’t respond, her gaze steady as she waited for him to continue.

Derrick stood, taking a step toward her. Kimberly instinctively took a step back, keeping a safe distance.

"You don’t need to fear me," he said smoothly. "I only want to talk."

"Then talk," Kimberly said, her voice firm.

Derrick studied her for a moment, his eyes narrowing slightly.

"You’re different, Kimberly. There’s something about you... something special."

Kimberly felt a pang of fear at his words but quickly masked it with a neutral expression. *Does he know? Does he know who I really am?*

"I don’t know what you’re talking about," she said carefully.

Derrick smirked, his confidence unsettling.

"You can play coy all you want, but I see it in you. You’re not just a maid, Kimberly. There’s more to you than meets the eye."

Kimberly clenched her fists at her sides, forcing herself to remain calm.

*I can’t let him see through me. I can’t let him have the upper hand.*

"Is that all you wanted to say, Alpha Derrick?" she asked, her tone cold.

Derrick tilted his head, his smile widening. "Not quite. But for now, I’ll let you go. Consider this... just the beginning."

Kimberly’s eyes narrowed slightly. "The beginning of what?"

He didn’t answer, only gesturing toward the door. "You’re dismissed, Kimberly. But remember... I’m always watching."

Kimberly turned and walked toward the door, her back straight and her steps steady.

*I can’t let him intimidate me. I need to stay strong. For myself and for everyone counting on me.*

As she exited the chamber and the door closed behind her, she let out a quiet breath.

*I can’t allow him to have his way with me. I need to be careful.*...

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