The Alpha King's Replaced Bride

Chapter Six

Alma's POV

I sat in the passenger seat of the vehicle taking me home, my mind began to wander back to the past, back to where everything all started.

The memories of when I had eloped with my lover came back to me like a knife being plunged into my broken heart. I was angry, I was sad, I was vexed beyond measures because what I thought was going to work, the future I thought was going to be the best for me so much that I left my family behind, not thinking about the consequences, turned out to be such a disappointment.

Initially everything was going according to plan. My lover was kind, caring, fearless, and most of all, his love for me intensified as each day became a realization of our happiness bound to last for eternity. I didn't even care about what was happening back at home with my step sister and my mother, all I wanted was the life I have chosen enough to run away from home for; it was all I care about.

I wanted to stare at his face every morning in the light enjoying the warmth of his skin as it rubbed against mine. He was my happiness, he was my home.

Things started to go downhill when the money we had gathered throughout the months to elope finished due to the fact that we have to spend a lot on housing and food. Living in the new city became such a drag. My lover and I started looking for menial labour to eat which, was not what I would have gone through if I had stayed at home and got married to the Alpha King Augustus.

I was beginning to regret my decision. Thoughts of me going back began to flood my head. Maybe it would have been better if I left my lover and gone back to my mother, at least I'll be able to eat without having to work and toil and sweat all day long. It was a thought that had begun to become a free tenant in my head.

As I laid on my bed, next to the strong muscular body of my lover, my mind wondered into an endless field of regret. I dreaded the next day, for it would be another day to struggle. I glanced at my Lover's tired face, tears escaped my eye. I was tired of living the way I was. I wanted to go back home. I cleared the tears from my eyes and rested my head on my Lover's muscular chest.

"My love, please could you keep your head on the pillow? My whole body aches," He complained.

"Oh, I'm sorry" I apologized then gently placed my head on my pillow.

I made up my mind. I was going to go back home and end my life of suffering in this hellish city. I loved my lover deeply than most could measure but I couldn't endure the hardship anymore. I had endured enough.

As early as I saw a pinch of brightness peak in through the curtains, I silently got up from my bed and proceeded to the bathroom. My plan was to scrub every dirt of this life of suffering off of my body and become fresh, become a new person. I stayed in the bathroom for nearly an hour fulfilling my goal. After I was done, I wore one of my best remaining clothes then made my hair into a gorgeous ponytail.

After I was fully prepared, I packed my things then gave my lover a kiss on his head before I exited the room we shared together. All these I did quietly. I didn't want to be found out by him. I boarded a vehicle living the city and as we drove off, I suddenly sensed a feeling of freedom. It was nice but deep down, I hated myself for it.

I stared blankly at my mother's house. I was terrified to enter because I knew how much of a bag my mother can be, but I was done living in uncertainty. I opened the door front door and entered the house. Standing in the corner holding a dusty rag was my beloved mother deeply engrossed with her household chores. She stared blankly at me as if she was finding the right words to say.

She was obviously shocked to see me and I wasn't surprised. It wasn't everyday your runaway daughter back from where she disappeared to.

"The prodigal daughter returns" my mother said as she began to walk towards me

As one of the strongest female wolves, I immediately sensed danger as I watched my mother get even closer to me. I was confused but I shut away those instincts; it was my mother afterall.

"Welcome home" My mother said as she drew me into a warm embrace.

A smile formed on my face; I was finally home. I hugged my mother back then let the tears of joy slowly slid down my face. We disengaged then sat down side by side.

"My dear, how are you doing? Where have you been?" My mother questioned. She looked excited and worried at the same time.

"I went to a big city located miles after our walls" I replied as I began to look around for my stepsister.

"And your lover? How's he? Does he approve of your departure?"

I turned to look away from her so she wouldn't notice my eyes beginning to be soaked in tears. I've never to be known for weakness and I wasn't going to start now. I shook my head in response to her question.

"I missed you and our home and I wanted to come back" I replied. Elizabeth's whereabouts were starting to ache my curiosity. I couldn't smell or sense her around the house. Where was she?

"Your stepsister is not around if that's why you're sniffing around" my mother said. She must have noticed my behavior.

"Where is she? I want her to do my laundry" I said as I stood up.

I saw my mother hesitate to answer the question. Something was happening and I wanted to know what it was.

"Your sister married the Alpha King Augustus in your stead. She no longer leaves here."

I was lost for words. I didn't know what to say. My sister had taken my spot to become a queen ruling besides the great ruthless king while I was left behind to fend for myself. No, I wasn't going to let that happen. I wanted what was mine and I was going to do whatever I could I get it back. I walked out the door notwithstanding what was going on in my mother's mind. I was going to get what was stolen from me.

Gaining access into the palace was a difficult task, however I wasn't concerned. When I wanted something I got it and I sure as hell wanted to get into the castle and talk to the king personally. After I flaunted my name several times despite being called an imposter, the king granted me audience and I was escorted to his study.

Waiting became such a bore. I was uneasy but that soon left immediately Alpha King Augustus walked in with an aura of grace and power. I was immediately drawn in. I wanted him so bad.

"So, you are the true Alma, is that right?" He asked, his eyes running over my body ashe sat down.

"Yes, and I am here to report my sister" I said, "she kidn*pped me and kept me in a shed for days, weakening me of my powers to escape because she wanted to be your bride. I recently escaped and I came to take back what is rightfully mine."

I studied his face. He was becoming angry.

"She told me you ran away with your lover and she had to take your place" King Augustus said.

I shook my head. Elizabeth had told him too much.

"That is a lie. She has lied to you too much and I won't stand for it any longer" I defended myself.

The door opened and Elizabeth's eyes met with mine.

Speak of the devil.

"Nice of you to join us," Alpha Augustus said with a deep frown on his face. "Your sister told me a lot you failed to mention."

I was excited at her fear.

"Take a seat, dear sister," I said, gesturing to an empty chair. "We have a lot to talk about."

Elizabeth sat down beside me. She was terrified.

"Why did you lie about Alma running away?" Alpha Augustus asked.

"I didn't. She really did run away with her lover" Elizabeth said.

Elizabeth was starting to annoy me. I wasn't going to loose to her again.

"She's lying. She kidn*pped me and held me against my will so she could be your bride. I've come back my king so send her away" I argued. There was no way I was loosing again.

"Alpha Augustus, there is no way I lied about what happened to Alma, please believe me" Elizabeth said.

Nothing irritated me more than the fact that Elizabeth was using her kind face to her advantage, and when I cast a look a Alpha Augustus, I was bewildered to find him considering her words. I was angry.

"I need time to think. I will give you two my decision later" Alpha Augustus then left.

I faced my stepsister, my rival, the person I was meant to defeat before I could become Alpha Augustus' bride again. She was in my way and I was going to uproot her.