Reclaimed By The Alpha King
Chapter 167

Chapter 167: Chapter 167

Alpha Theo and Kimberly stepped out of the meeting room, where Elijah, Mohandria, Lisa, and Kaitlyn were anxiously waiting for them.

Their eyes were filled with curiosity and concern, searching Theo and Kimberly’s faces for any hint of how the meeting had gone.

Before they could say anything, the sound of approaching footsteps caught their attention.

They turned around to see Alpha Darwin walking towards them with a solemn expression.

"Alpha Darwin," Theo acknowledged, nodding slightly.

Darwin returned the nod before his eyes shifted to Kimberly. He hesitated for a moment before speaking, his voice softer than usual.

"Theo, I trust you to do everything within your power to keep Kimberly safe... Please, nothing must happen to her."

There was a rare urgency in Darwin’s voice, something that made Theo’s expression tighten. He wasn’t one to make promises lightly, but this was different.

"I give you my word," Theo replied firmly. "I will protect her with my life."

Darwin let out a quiet sigh of relief before he turned his gaze back to Kimberly, his eyes filled with emotions that words could never truly capture.

"Kimberly, you have always been special, and on your shoulders rests a great destiny and an even greater burden.

I only ask one thing of you—be strong. And... forgive my past misjudgments. I have always meant well for you."

Kimberly’s breath caught in her throat. She had never seen this side of him before. Tears welled up in her eyes, and without thinking, she stepped forward and embraced him tightly.

"I never held anything against you," she whispered, her voice trembling.

"I just wanted to understand why... why things had to be the way they were."

Darwin hugged her back gently. "I am sorry, Kimberly.

I promise to use every remaining strength within me to protect you... Everything will be fine."

He pulled away slowly, gave one last nod to Theo, then turned and walked away with his men, disappearing into the distance.

Theo exhaled deeply before gently taking Kimberly’s hand. "Let’s go home."

With that, they all departed from the meeting premises.

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Meanwhile, Alpha Derrick stormed into his pack house, his entire body radiating anger.

His fists clenched at his sides as he fought to control his breathing.

The meeting had not gone the way he had planned, and the frustration was threatening to consume him.

Elena, who had just finished a phone call, noticed him the moment he walked in.

The fury in his eyes was unmistakable. Without wasting a second, she followed him inside.

*I have to know what happened... and what his next move will be,* she thought as she moved swiftly behind him.

As soon as Derrick stepped into the living room, he found Mona already seated.

She quickly stood up when she saw him, concern etched all over her face.

"Derrick, what happened?" Mona asked, her voice filled with curiosity and worry.

Derrick didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he began pacing back and forth, his jaw clenched so tightly that it was a wonder his teeth hadn’t shattered.

Elena walked in behind him, crossing her arms as she leaned against the doorframe.

"I’m guessing things didn’t go according to plan?" she said, her tone unreadable.

Finally, Derrick stopped pacing and exhaled sharply. "No, they didn’t." His voice was laced with venom.

"Theo played his cards well, and now Kimberly has agreed to go through those damn tests.

If she passes, she will be officially recognized as the Moon Goddess reborn, and Theo will be at her side."

Mona’s lips curled into a slow, mischievous smile.

"That’s perfect," she said.

Derrick’s head snapped toward her, confusion flashing in his eyes.

"Perfect?" he repeated, his voice dangerously low. "How the hell is that perfect?"

Mona walked up to him, placing a hand on his chest as she looked up at him confidently.

"Because I have a plan for this, Derrick. I’ve been preparing for this moment. You just need to follow my lead."

Elena narrowed her eyes slightly as she watched the exchange.

*What is she planning?* she wondered.

*And why do I get the feeling she doesn’t trust me enough to tell me?*

Derrick wasn’t convinced. His frustration was evident in the way his muscles tensed.

"You have a plan?" he asked skeptically. "And what exactly is this brilliant plan of yours?"

Mona’s smile didn’t falter, but something in her eyes shifted. She glanced briefly at Elena before looking back at Derrick.

"I’ll tell you when the time is right," she said smoothly. "For now, just trust me."

Elena felt a flicker of irritation.

*Mona doesn’t trust me,* she realized.

*She’s keeping something from me. But why? Does she think I’m not on Derrick’s side? That’s ridiculous... Isn’t it?*

Derrick stared at Mona for a long moment before he finally gave a small nod. "Fine. But this better work, Mona. I will not lose to Theo."

Mona stepped back and nodded. "I promise you, Derrick. Everything you’ve ever wanted will be yours."

Elena, still leaning against the doorframe, let out a small hum.

"I suppose I’ll leave you to your little secret plans, then," she said, pushing off the wall.

She turned to Mona, her gaze sharp. "But make sure you do everything within your power to make my brother the King Alpha. I’m trusting this into your hands."

Mona smiled, though there was a flicker of something unreadable in her expression.

"Of course," she said smoothly. "You don’t have to worry about that."

Elena held her gaze for a moment longer before turning on her heel and walking out of the room.

As soon as she was gone, Mona sat down with a more relaxed posture, crossing one leg over the other as she leaned back against the luxurious couch.

*Is she really on our side?* Mona wondered, her fingers drumming lightly on the armrest.

*I guess blood is thicker than water... She will surely choose Derrick over anyone. But still... I can’t trust her yet.*

The room fell into silence, but the tension lingered, thick and suffocating.

One thing was certain, war was brewing, and only the most cunning would survive...