Chapter 26 At first , I thought it was Lucian my heart started pounding , fearing I might have to deal with that burden again . But instead , standing before me was Alpha Theron , his presence commanding as always . Alpha Theron ? I said , surprised . Call me Theron , Freya , he replied smoothly , his tone carrying a hint of familiarity that caught me off guard . I blinked , shocked by his words . We d only met once at an event , and now he was acting like we were already close ? Oh … I managed a small smile , unsure how to respond . Darian , who had been seated across from me , stood up , his presence immediately exuding cold authority . What are you doing here , Alpha Theron ? he asked , his voice sharp and edged with frost . 85 % 12:43 1/6 Chapter 26 Theron smiled , entirely unfazed by Darian s tone . Oh , Im here because of Freya , he said casually , his eyes meeting mine briefly before turning back to Darian . Shes the one who convinced me to agree to the alliance between the Stormhoods and my bloodline . I gasped softly , caught off guard . I hadnt realized my involvement had been that significant . Theron continued , his tone light but his words pointed . I was skeptical , despite the Stormhoods power . The last time her father approached me , he failed to follow through on his promises to secure an alliance . But Freya ? He glanced at me again , his expression softening . Shes the reason I changed my mind . I felt my cheeks warm under his gaze . Darian crossed his arms , his icy demeanor unwavering . Is that so ? he said , his voice low and deliberate . 85 % 12.43 2/6 12:43 Chapter 26 Therons smirk deepened as if hed been waiting for the perfect moment . From behind his back , he produced a single , vibrant red rose , its petals flawless and glistening as if freshly plucked . He held it out to me with a flourish , his intense gaze never wavering from mine . Speaking of extraordinary , he said , his voice soft yet deliberate , this reminded me of you . Strong , beautiful , and commanding attention without even trying . I froze , my breath catching in my throat . The rose felt like it had a gravity of its own , pulling me closer . I- My words stumbled over themselves as I hesitated , unsure if taking the flower was the right thing to do . Darian stepped forward quickly , his hand brushing against mine as if to stop me , his glare fixed firmly on Theron . A little over the top , dont you think , Theron ? His voice was laced with irritation , his jaw 85 % 12 43 3/6 Chapter 26 tight . Theron , unfazed , tilted his head slightly , the smirk still playing on his lips . Is it ? I think Freya deserves the best . And sometimes , the simplest gestures speak the loudest . He gently pushed the rose closer , urging me to take it . Im so glad that shes free from her ex mate so I could make my move . I know Ill like her from the moment I see her . My fingers trembled as I reached out , brushing against the velvety petals . Thank you , I murmured , my voice barely above a whisper . The gesture , though unexpected , felt strangely sincere . Darian s jaw tightened even more , and he turned to me , his eyes searching mine for some unspoken answer . Freya , we dont have time for distractions . We should go . Theron chuckled , the sound low and amused . A rose is hardly a distraction , Darian . Unless , of course , you re worried about something ? 85 % 12:43 4/6 Chapter 26 Darians glare could have cut through steel , but Theron only smiled wider , clearly enjoying the tension . Darian smiled , extending his hand to me . Lets go , Freya . I want to show you something . Before I could take his hand , Theron smirked , his voice calm but sharp . So the rumors are true ? I raised an eyebrow , confused . Rumors ? That youve already found someone else after severing your bond with your former Alpha mate , he said smoothly , hist words calculated , his eyes glinting with subtle amusement . Darian chuckled , his laugh laced with amusement and a hint of warning . Why are you speaking to her like that , Alpha Theron ? You act as though you didnt just hand her a flower . Therons smirk deepened , his tone almost 85 % 12:43 5/6 Chapter 26 playful . Well , its not as if Im some pitiful man trying to steal another s woman , he said with mock indifference . I was about to respond when an overwhelming wave of dizziness hit me . My vision blurred , the edges of the room tilting and distorting . My heart began to race as I struggled to stay upright , gripping the edge of the table for support . Something was wrong . Then it struck me the flower . The faint , sweet scent that had seemed harmless before now lingered in the air , thick and suffocating . 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