Reclaimed By The Alpha King
Chapter 92

Chapter 92: Chapter 92

Kimberly leapt out of bed, her breath coming in quick, shallow bursts. The writing on her arm glowed faintly in the dim light of her room.

She rushed to the bathroom, desperate to verify what she had seen. Standing before the mirror, she turned her right arm slowly, her fingers trembling.

She squinted at the inscription. "The light that shines in you is too great for there to be any way to conceal you. Raise yourself and become the person you already are!" Her voice quivered as she read it aloud.

Her reflection stared back, wide-eyed and pale. What does this mean? she wondered, her mind racing.

"Could it be another ghost?" she whispered. Her heart thudded loudly in her chest as she searched her surroundings. There was no sign of a spirit, but her fear remained.

"No," Kimberly muttered, shaking her head firmly. "This can’t be a ghost. This... this writing feels different. Like a message."

The idea of sharing this with anyone felt impossible. If I told someone, they’d think I’m crazy, she thought. "No. This stays with me."

Still, the uncertainty gnawed at her. She lingered by the mirror a moment longer before sighing heavily and heading back to her room.

"This is turning into something else entirely," she murmured, sinking onto the bed. "I need to remember what happened when my spirit left my body. If something occurred, why can’t I recall it?"

She placed her left hand over the glowing inscription, tracing it lightly with her fingers. Maybe it’ll fade away like before, she thought, her mind a whirlwind of confusion and frustration.

Soon, exhaustion overtook her. Kimberly lay back, her thoughts jumbled, until sleep claimed her once again.

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Kimberly stood in a vast, empty field bathed in golden light. She felt a presence, strong and ancient, but couldn’t pinpoint its origin.

A soft voice echoed around her. "Kimberly, the light that dispels the shadows and the voice of the cosmos."

She spun around, trying to find the source. "Who’s there?" she called, her voice trembling but firm.

The voice continued, ignoring her question. "You must act now. A great threat looms, not of flesh and blood but of a sinister spirit. The future rests in your hands. Delay no further."

Kimberly’s knees felt weak. "Why me?" she whispered, fear and confusion swirling within her.

Out of the golden haze, a figure emerged. It was a tall, elderly man with flowing gray hair and a beard. He carried a staff and walked toward her with a calm, steady gait.

"Who are you?" Kimberly asked, her voice barely audible.

The man stopped a few steps away. His piercing eyes seemed to look straight into her soul. "What is it you seek, O Great One?"

"Great one?" Kimberly’s confusion deepened. "I’m no great one. I don’t even understand what’s happening!"

The man smiled gently. "You have the answers within you. Stop searching for what you already know."

"What does that even mean?" Kimberly demanded, frustration bubbling to the surface.

He didn’t answer immediately, instead gesturing toward her arm. "The light within you cannot be hidden. Accept it, and you will find your path."

Kimberly looked down, startled to see the same glowing inscription on her arm. "But I don’t know what to do!"

"You will," he replied simply. "Trust yourself."

As the man began to walk away, Kimberly called after him. "Wait! I need more answers!"

He paused but didn’t turn back. "You’ll find them when you stop doubting."

With that, the man vanished into the golden mist, leaving Kimberly alone once more.

Kimberly blinked, trying to focus as the elderly man disappeared into the mist. Suddenly, she could move again. Her mouth opened, but before she could speak, she heard a familiar voice calling her name.

"Kimberly! Get up! Won’t you join us for lunch?" Liza’s cheerful voice broke through her daze as her friend shook her gently.

Kimberly groaned and sat up, her disoriented gaze meeting Liza’s bright smile. "What? Lunch already?"

"Yes! Kaitlyn and Mohandia are here too. We’ve been waiting for you!" Liza laughed as the other two friends chimed in, sitting on her bed and teasing her.

"Why is your door never locked? Were you dreaming of something sweet, Kimberly?" Kaitlyn teased, earning giggles from the others.

Kimberly managed a small smile, pushing the strange dream—or vision—out of her mind for now. "Alright, alright. I’m coming. Give me a minute to freshen up."

After splashing cold water on her face in the bathroom, she joined her friends. Together, they walked to the canteen, chatting along the way. The warm greetings they received from the other maids made Kimberly smile. It was a refreshing change from the days when she was often met with cold stares.

"Do you ever notice how much nicer everyone is now? It’s so wonderful!" Mohandia gushed as they found a table. "I used to feel invisible, but now I feel like part of a family."

Kimberly nodded but stayed quiet, her thoughts still lingering on the mysterious old man and the strange vision. As they began to eat, the sound of footsteps filled the canteen. Kimberly looked up to see Elena, Jefferson, and the chief maidservant entering.

"Good afternoon, everyone!" Elena called out with a broad smile.

The room fell silent as everyone turned toward her, curiosity clear on their faces.

"I have an announcement from the Alpha," Elena began. "Alpha Derrick will be joining us tonight and staying for a week to observe operations. He wishes to meet all of you tonight in the banquet hall during supper."

A murmur of excitement spread through the room. One of the maids raised her hand timidly.

"Yes, dear?" Elena encouraged.

"Ma’am, what time should we gather for the meeting?" the maid asked hesitantly.

Elena’s eyes widened slightly, and she chuckled. "Ah, I forgot to mention that! Thank you for reminding me. Dinner will be served at the usual time, and the meeting will follow immediately after. Please make sure you’re punctual!"

Kimberly observed Elena closely. Her cheerful demeanor seemed genuine, but something about it felt off.

’Why is she so happy? Something must be going on,’ Kimberly thought, her brows furrowing slightly.

Elena turned her gaze to Kimberly. "Kimberly, I’ll need you to gather ten more maids, including yourself, to help prepare for tonight. Once you finish your lunch, get started immediately. Understood?"

Kimberly nodded. "Understood, ma’am."

As Elena left, Kaitlyn nudged Kimberly. "Do you think we’ll be chosen to help?"

"I don’t know. I’m still thinking about whether you’re suitable for the task," Kimberly teased with a mischievous grin.

Kaitlyn gasped dramatically. "How dare you! Do you want me to tear your head off with my teeth?"

The table erupted in laughter. Kimberly shook her head, amused. "Relax, all of you are coming with me. I’ll pick a few others to join us, and we’ll head to the hall together."

"Yes! I can’t wait!" Liza clapped her hands excitedly, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Kimberly forced a smile, masking her unease. Her friends were thrilled, but her instincts warned her that the evening would hold more than just pleasantries.

’There’s only one way to figure out what’s going on—and that’s to be there myself,’ she thought, determination settling in her chest.

---

After finishing their meals in the canteen, Kimberly carefully selected a group of hardworking and strong maids to accompany her and her friends to Elena’s quarters.

Together, they set off, their steps echoing in the corridor as they chatted quietly among themselves.

When they arrived, the chief maidservant greeted them with a brisk nod. She was already inspecting various items laid out for the evening’s preparations.

"Good timing," the chief maidservant said, not looking up. "Let’s get started."

She began assigning tasks to everyone. One by one, the maids received their instructions and immediately set to work. However, Kimberly noticed that she had not been given a task. Puzzled, she approached the chief maidservant.

"Ma’am," Kimberly began politely, "you haven’t given me any work. I thought I should remind you, in case you forgot."

The chief maidservant glanced at her briefly and smiled. "Oh, I didn’t forget, Kimberly. You’ll be working directly with Ma’am Elena. She’ll come for you soon."

Kimberly’s heart skipped a beat. "Work with Ma’am Elena?" she repeated softly, her voice tinged with nervousness.

"Yes," the chief maidservant confirmed before returning her attention to the checklist in her hand.

Kimberly stood frozen, her thoughts racing. Why would Elena want her to work directly with her? What could she possibly need from her?

Before she could dwell on it further, Elena entered the room, her presence commanding immediate attention.

"Kimberly," Elena said sharply, her serious expression making Kimberly’s nerves spike. "Come with me right now."

Kimberly quickly stood, bowing slightly out of respect. "Yes, ma’am," she replied, hurrying after Elena, who was already striding out of the room.

As they walked down the long hallway, Kimberly struggled to keep up with Elena’s brisk pace. Curiosity bubbled within her, but she hesitated to speak until Elena abruptly stopped and turned to face her.

"I suppose you’re wondering why I’ve called you and what work I have for you," Elena said, her sharp eyes fixed on Kimberly’s.

"Yes, ma’am," Kimberly admitted, keeping her tone respectful. "I was about to ask, actually."

Elena nodded approvingly. "Good. I like your honesty. You’ll be my personal assistant for the evening. Your job is to oversee the other maids and ensure everything runs smoothly. The chief maidservant will handle the food and major preparations, so you won’t be overburdened."

"Thank you, ma’am," Kimberly said, lowering her gaze. "What would you like me to do now?"

Elena’s stern expression softened slightly. "Follow me. We need to inspect the clothing materials and utensils for tonight. Pay close attention—I expect nothing less than perfection."

"Yes, ma’am," Kimberly said, forcing a small smile as she followed Elena.

As they walked, Kimberly’s thoughts churned. ’Why is Ma’am Elena treating me so kindly? Is it because of what her brother did to me? Maybe she feels guilty... Or perhaps she knows what it’s like to endure such humiliation.’

Her musings were interrupted by Elena’s voice. "Pay attention, Kimberly. This isn’t a time to daydream."

"My apologies, ma’am," Kimberly replied quickly, focusing on the task at hand.

Still, her mind wandered briefly. ’I need to alert my friends tonight. They can help me watch over everything happening here. Something doesn’t feel right.’

---

Meanwhile, in the grand estate of Alpha Theo, the Alpha was preparing to take a walk around his expansive compound. Just as he stepped out of his living room, one of his men hurried toward him.

"Good day, boss," the young man greeted, bowing respectfully.

Alpha Theo turned gracefully, his commanding presence making the man straighten immediately. "What is it?"

"Boss, we’ve gathered information about the Night Walker pack. Something unusual will be happening where Kimberly is over the next week," the man reported, his tone cautious.

The mention of Kimberly’s name made Alpha Theo’s interest pique. He narrowed his eyes slightly. "Go on."

"Activities will resume as normal next week, and the maids’ nightly runs will continue. We thought it important to inform you immediately," the man explained.

Alpha Theo’s expression darkened slightly, though he maintained his composure. "And what exactly do you mean by ’nightly runs’?"

"They’ve been easing restrictions lately, but the Alpha of the Night Walkers has planned some significant activities. That’s all we know for now," the man admitted.

Theo nodded thoughtfully, his sharp mind already piecing together possibilities. "Thank you, George. Inform the others that I’ll personally handle everything related to the Night Walker pack from now on. They can stand down."

"Understood, sir," George replied with a respectful bow before leaving.

Alpha Theo stood still for a moment, his jaw tightening. ’Kimberly... I won’t let anything happen to you. If the Night Walkers think they can outmaneuver me, they’re mistaken.’

Determination blazing in his eyes, Alpha Theo resumed his walk, his thoughts already formulating a plan.

He would wait and watch carefully—but he wouldn’t hesitate to strike when the time came.

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