Two Mates, One Heart

"A Parent's Worry and The Unforgivable Betrayal"*

In their tranquil home on the edge of the forest, Raya sat in the kitchen, staring anxiously at her phone.

*Raya:* "Elion, I haven't heard from Gloria in over a month. I've tried calling her, but her number is out of service."

*Elion:* "She might be busy, but I understand your concern. I'll try reaching out to Alpha Arthal."

After a few moments, Elion contacted Alpha Arthal.

*Elion:* "Alpha Arthal, how are you? could you tell me about Gloria? We haven't been in contact with her for a while."

*Alpha Arthal:* "My mate and I left the pack a two months ago to manage the company in the human city. I left my son in charge of the pack. I'll be returning tomorrow."

*Elion:* "Raya and I would like to visit the pack to check on Gloria."

*Alpha Arthal:* "Of course, it would be a pleasure to see you both."

Elion ended the call and looked at Raya.

*Elion:* "We'll go tomorrow to see Gloria."

*Raya:* "Thank you, Elion. I just need to see her and make sure she's okay."

On a bright morning, Elion and Raya left their home, heading toward the *Arthal Right Pack*. Worry weighed heavily on Raya, who hadn’t heard from Gloria in over a month.

*Raya:* “Elion, I can’t stop thinking about Gloria. What if something happened to her?”

*Elion:* “We’ll find her, Raya. Alpha Arthal promised to help us.”

Upon arriving at the edge of the pack territory, the guards welcomed them with respect and escorted them to the estate. The pack house stood tall, surrounded by towering trees and an air of authority.

In the grand hall, Alpha Arthal—tall, sharp-eyed—greeted them warmly.

*Alpha Arthal:* “Elion, Raya, welcome back. We’ve missed you both.”

*Elion:* “Thank you, Arthal. We’re worried about Gloria. We haven’t heard from her in a while.”

*Alpha Arthal:* “I understand your concern. I’ll look into it immediately. In the meantime, please rest in the guest wing.”

A guard led them to a luxurious suite where they could unwind. As Raya looked out the window, she murmured:

*Raya:* “I hope Gloria is safe.”

*Elion:* she will be Raya, she will.”

On a tranquil day, Elion and Raya sat in the guest lounge of the Arthal Right Pack estate, exchanging anxious thoughts about Gloria.

*Elion:* “She'll be fine. I entrusted her to my friend; he wouldn't harm her.”

Meanwhile, Alpha Arthal returned to the estate from his trip in 15min befor beta elion and headed straight to his office zfter welcoming him.

*Arthal:* “Beta Leon, where is Arnold?”

*Leon:* “He's in the neighboring pack discussing some business matters.”

*Arthal:* “Alright, that's good. And where is Gloria? I haven't seen her since I arrived.”

Elion shifted uncomfortably in his seat, visibly disturbed by the question.

*Leon:* “Actually, Alpha, Arnold expelled her from the pack about two weeks ago.”

*Arthal:* “What? Why?”

*Leon:* “What you didn't know, Alpha, and what Arnold didn't tell you, is that he chose Helene as his mate instead of Gloria and marked her. It turns out she's pregnant with his child. Helene accused Gloria of pushing her down the stairs. Gloria was imprisoned for a week and then exiled.”

Alpha Arthal was stunned by the flood of information. He hadn't realized his son possessed such folly—to abandon his mate and favor someone who betrayed him.

*In Alpha Arthal's office,* Elion—the seasoned beta—sat with eyes burning with anger. The room was silent, but tension hung thick in the air.

*Elion:* “I trusted you, Arthal. I trusted your son. Gloria was happy—she thought she found a second chance at love. But what your son did is unforgivable. He will pay for it, and I won’t stay silent. Even if I have to contact King William himself.”

Arthal froze in place, not expecting such an outburst from Elion. He knew the situation was serious, but Elion’s fury made him realize the magnitude of the disaster.

*Arthal:* “Elion, please. Let’s handle this rationally. I’ll speak with Arnold. I’ll investigate everything that happened.”

*Elion:* “No, Arthal. This isn’t just an internal matter. Gloria isn’t just any girl—she’s my daughter. And I won’t allow her to be wronged without consequence.”

Elion stood, his eyes gleaming with rage and resolve. He knew the road ahead would be difficult, but his love for Gloria pushed him forward.

Two hours after Alpha Arthal called his son Arnold, the young Alpha returned to the pack. It was past midnight, and silence cloaked the grounds. Arnold entered the pack house with hesitant steps, knowing his father awaited him.

In the Alpha’s office, Elion and Arthal sat in heavy silence. As Arnold entered, his father gave him a sharp look and gestured for him to sit.

*Arthal:* "Arnold, tell me what happened with Gloria."

Arnold hesitated for a moment, then replied:

*Arnold:* "I chose Helen as my mate, and things escalated between them. Helen accused Gloria of pushing her down the stairs. Gloria was imprisoned for a week and then exiled."

Elion shot up from his seat, enraged.

*Elion:* "How dare you?! Gloria thought the world of you—and you betrayed her like this? I trusted you, and you let us all down."

*Arnold:* "I'm sorry. I never meant to hurt her."

*Elion:* "Sorry isn't enough. I will report this to King William, and he will take proper action."

Arthal intervened, trying to defuse the situation.

*Arthal:* "Elion, I promise you—I will investigate this myself and ensure justice is done."

*Elion:* "I hope so. But know this—I won’t rest until I know Gloria is safe, and justice has been served."

Elion left the office, his eyes blazing with anger and determination. He knew the path ahead would be difficult, but his love for Gloria gave him strength to keep going.

Arnold sat in silence before his father, while Alpha Arthal stared at him with a mix of disappointment and anger in his eyes.

*Arthal:* "How could you, Arnold? How could you abandon your mate? The she-wolf whose heart chose you before her mind even knew you? Do you understand what it means for a male to forsake his mate?"

*Arnold* (in a low voice): "I was doing the right thing… my feelings had changed."

*Arthal:* "Your feelings? You're an Alpha, not a reckless boy chasing whims! I entrusted Gloria to you, and you betrayed that trust."

Arthal walked over to a cabinet and pulled out a small device.

*Arthal:* "Before I left, I installed a hidden camera in the palace. I just wanted to make sure everything was running smoothly in my absence… Now it’s time for the truth."

He pressed a button, and footage began to play on the screen before them. It showed the day of the incident—Gloria and Helen were talking, and in a sudden moment, Helen threw herself down the stairs. Gloria’s hands were clearly far from Helen, proving she never touched her.

Arnold froze, as though the air had been sucked from his lungs.

*Arnold* (hoarsely): "No… this can’t be…"

*Arthal:* "You saw it with your own eyes, Arnold. You wronged Gloria. You believed a lie because you wanted to believe it."

Arnold stared at the screen, his heart sinking with the weight of guilt and regret.