Reclaimed By The Alpha King Chapter 26

The Next Morning

After everything that happened yesterday, a new day begins. I barely slept, staying up all night watching over my father.

His condition still hasn’t changed, and the responsibility presses on my shoulders. Now, I need to go ho and get so rest, but my mind won’t stop racing.

Luna Catherine left with a guard last night, but I can’t stop thinking about the way she winked at him.

What was that about? Was it just an innocent gesture, or is sothing else going on?

Before Alpha Derrick and Mona’s engagent, I need to be with my father. He’s vulnerable, and I can’t leave him alone.

No one else will take care of him the way I do. If I step away, he’ll be ignored—just like he has been for years.

Leaving the hospital, I hail a taxi. The security guards from yesterday are gone, so there’s no one to drive ho.

The ride is a long thirty minutes. I stare out the window, trying to piece everything together, but my thoughts keep circling back to the sa things.

When I finally reach the pack house, I pay the driver and walk inside. The mont I step through the door, I stop, completely shocked.

"A party?" I mutter under my breath.

The entire place is buzzing with laughter and excitent like nothing is wrong. Music plays in the background, and pack mbers, especially newcors from nearby towns, are chatting happily.

It’s like they’re celebrating sothing. But what?

"What’s going on?" I whisper, stepping cautiously into the living room.

Then, I see them. Alpha Derrick sits comfortably on the couch with Mona, smiling as she chatters away, their hands intertwined.

My stomach twists in disgust. How can they be so relaxed?

"What the heck is happening?" I march up to Mona, frustration boiling over.

Alpha Derrick barely acknowledges . His eyes are puffy, and he looks exhausted, like he barely slept either.

"There’s a celebration! Are you blind?" Mona snaps, rolling her eyes.

"A celebration? For what?" I scan the room again, my head spinning. Where’s Luna Catherine? She should be here, but she’s nowhere in sight.

"Alpha Derrick woke up! It’s a miracle!" Mona exclaims as if I should be thrilled about this.

But I shake my head in disbelief.

"Do you even know what state your father is in? He’s in a coma! The doctors don’t even know if he’ll wake up!" I yelled at her.

"Of course, I know," she shrugs, completely unbothered. "I’ll visit him later."

I stare at her, stunned. "If you know how bad he is, why throw a party? How can you be so disrespectful?"

Mona scoffs. "Kimberly, stop being a downer. Life goes on. Look around—no one here is sad."

I clench my fists, barely able to contain my anger. How could she be so heartless? Our father was lying in a hospital bed, and they were celebrating like nothing was wrong.

And Alpha Derrick—his silence was just as bad as her indifference.

I storm out, heading straight to my room, slamming the door behind . Leaning against it, I take deep breaths, trying to calm my racing heart.

Part of hopes to find Damien here, waiting. The thought makes smile, but I shake it off. I can’t afford to get distracted.

"Focus, Kim!" I scold myself, giving my head a small knock.

I change into comfortable clothes and step into the bathroom for a quick shower, letting the warm water soothe my nerves.

When I’m done, I pull on fresh clothes and leave my room, determined to avoid another confrontation.

Returning to the living room, I see Mona and Alpha Derrick surrounded by werewolves from the Nightwalker pack.

Their presence unsettles , but I don’t stop to say anything. I step outside, inhaling the fresh air. I need to clear my mind.

I call another taxi. I need to check on the company, make sure everything is in order despite last night’s events.

The ride is short, but as I step out, I freeze. The building is untouched, bustling with workers as if nothing happened.

My mind races, rembering the security guard’s words—he said the company was burned down. My father collapsed from the shock, and now he’s in a coma.

"Is this real?" I whisper, rubbing my eyes. The building stands perfectly fine.

"What’s going on?" My pulse quickens as I hurry inside.

Employees bow their heads in respect. I nod back, though my mind is in turmoil. How is everything so normal?

As I near my father’s office, I spot Alpha Jethro approaching.

"Kimberly!" he greets with a smile.

"Good morning, sir," I say, forcing a smile. "How are you?"

"Well, thank you. Any news on Alpha Darwin?"

I sigh. "Still the sa. The doctor says we just have to hope."

"Alpha Darwin is strong. He’ll pull through," he assures . "If you need anything, let know."

"Actually, sir, sothing strange happened last night. A security guard told us the company was burned down. My father collapsed after hearing it."

Alpha Jethro’s eyes widen. "Burned down? But the building is fine. Who told you that?"

"A guard I recognized," I say. "He’s worked here a while."

"This is serious," he mutters. "I’ll look into it."

"Thank you," I say, relieved. "Do you know who’s in my dad’s office? I saw soone leave earlier."

"Luna Catherine," he says.

I blink. "Luna Catherine? What is she doing here?"

"She returned early this morning," he explains. "She’s taking over the company while your father recovers."

I clench my jaw. "She has no right. My father is still alive. There are rules."

Alpha Jethro nods. "I understand, but let’s stay calm. She’s the highest-ranking family mber right now. At least for the mont."

"She can’t just take over like that. There must be a board eting. The directors should decide."

"You’re right," he says. "I can help arrange a eting soon."

"Thank you," I say, anger simring beneath my skin. "I won’t let her take what my father built."

"You’re strong, Kimberly," he says kindly. "You’ll handle this well."

As he leaves, I turn toward the office. My fists tighten. Luna Catherine sits in my father’s chair, acting like she owns the place. I can’t stand it.

I march in. She looks up, surprised.

"What are you doing here?" she demands.

I cross my arms. "I could ask you the sa thing."

She stands. "I’m handling business. Soone has to."

"My father is still Alpha. This company is his."

She scoffs. "Are you serious? You think you can walk in here and make demands?"

"I have every right," I say, voice steady. "You’re not in charge."

Her eyes flash. "You’re playing a dangerous ga, Kimberly. Watch your mouth."

I don’t flinch. "The board will see the truth. You won’t get away with this."

"Get out," she hisses, pointing to the door.

"Enjoy that chair while you can. It won’t last." I smirked.

Turning on my heel, I walk out, heart pounding. This isn’t over. Not by a long shot...