The Human Girl Who Tamed Alpha King Chapter 96

RANDALL

Been thinking about this moment for weeks now. That young Alpha, Jace Carter, accepted my proposal without hesitation. Smart move. My pack needs strong leadership after I step down, and he's proven himself worthy.

Watching him during the Sacred Moonlight Gathering confirmed everything I'd heard. He moves with purpose. Commands respect without demanding it. His fighting skills are exceptional - took down Marcus Ravenwood without breaking a sweat.

But what really sealed my decision? His mate. Aria Silverbrook. Born human but blessed by the Moon Goddess herself with the wolf spirit Sage. Never seen anything like it. Fascinating woman. Strong-willed, yet compassionate.

I remember when Jace lost Vanessa. Devastating blow for any Alpha. Many don't recover from losing their mates. I helped where I could, but wounds like that take time. Now he's found something rare - a second chance. Even better, Aria treats his daughter Aurora like her own. The child adores her.

Yes. Entrusting my pack to Jace Carter is the right decision. The Moon Shadow Pack will flourish under his leadership.

JACE

I dialed the number with more force than necessary, putting the call on speaker so Marcus and Randall could hear. My fingers tapped impatiently against the desk while it rang.

"Green speaking." The voice came through crisp and cold.

I forced my tone to remain civil. "Alpha Green, this is Alpha Carter from Moon Shadow Pack. I hope I'm not interrupting."

"What can I do for you?" His tone suggested he'd rather do nothing at all.

"I'm planning to visit your territory tomorrow. I have old friends in your Pack—Emma and her mate Johnny. I'd like to see them while I'm in the area."

A pause. Too long. Something's wrong.

"Emma? I don't recall—oh, wait. Those two. They're going through some... family difficulties at the moment. Not a good time for visitors."

My wolf stirred uneasily. He's lying.

"I understand. Perhaps you could give me their contact information so I can reach out directly?"

"That won't be possible. As I said, they're dealing with personal matters."

In the background, a commotion erupted. Then—

"Jace! Please help us! They killed—"

A loud crash cut off Emma's desperate plea. My blood turned to ice.

"Emma? EMMA!" I shouted, rising to my feet.

"Control your Pack members, Green," I growled, my voice dropping dangerously low. "If you're abusing my friends, there will be consequences."

"What happens with my Pack members is none of your concern, Carter." His voice hardened. "Stay away from my territory."

The line went dead.

Silence filled the room. I stood frozen, the receiver still in my hand. Then something snapped inside me. My Alpha power flooded the room, making the air thick and heavy. Papers on the desk fluttered. Both Marcus and Randall stiffened, their wolves instinctively responding to my dominance.

"Gather every available warrior," I commanded, my voice barely above a whisper but carrying more threat than a shout ever could. "We move at dawn."

Marcus and Randall exchanged glances. They knew what this meant. We were going to war.

I needed air. Without another word, I stormed out, leaving the two Alphas to begin preparations.

The night air hit my face as I stepped into the lodge's back lot. Moonlight bathed the empty parking spaces in silver. I inhaled deeply, trying to cool the rage burning through my veins.

I hate Alphas who turn into tyrants the moment they gain a little power. The thought made my teeth grind together.

Emma had been my friend since childhood. We'd grown up together, trained together. After Vanessa rejected me and took off, I'd withdrawn from everyone, including my old friends. I should have checked on Emma more often, made sure she was safe after she mated with Johnny and joined Green's Pack.

This is my fault. I've failed her.

Now she was in danger—her desperate cry for help replaying in my mind. Something terrible was happening in Green's Pack, and I had a responsibility to fix it.

The moon watched silently as I stood there, shoulders tense, fists clenched at my sides.

*Jace? What's wrong? Your emotions are hitting me like a tsunami.*

Aria's voice in my mind nearly brought me to my knees with relief. Even from miles away, she felt my distress.

*The call with Green went south. Emma's in trouble. I think she's being hurt—or worse.*

*What do you need?* No questions, no panic. Just immediate support. This was why I loved her.

*We need more warriors. I don't trust Green.*

*Give me a minute.* Her presence faded briefly. When she returned: Gabriel is preparing a team. Hunter will lead them to you. They'll arrive within hours.

*We need to get Emma out. And anyone else who wants to leave.*

*I love you. Be careful.*

*I love you too.*

The connection faded, but the comfort of her presence lingered. I straightened my shoulders and headed back inside. We had a rescue to plan.

Marcus and Randall were already hunched over maps spread across the table when I returned. Both looked up as I entered, their faces grim with determination.

"I just mind-linked with Aria," I announced. "Hunter is bringing reinforcements from Moon Shadow."

Marcus nodded. "I'll have Seraphina prepare medical supplies. We may need them."

We spent the next hour detailing our approach. Both Marcus and Randall had fifty warriors arriving within the hour. Hunter was bringing seventy-five of my best. One hundred and seventy-five wolves total—a force Green couldn't possibly stand against.

"Your warriors will need rest when they arrive," I decided. "We'll move at first light, approach from three directions. Surprise will be our advantage."

Both Alphas nodded in agreement.

"Green's territory has natural boundaries on the north and east," Randall pointed out. "We should focus our main force from the west and south."

"Agreed," Marcus said. "My Pack will take the southern approach."

By midnight, we had a solid plan. Our warriors had begun to arrive, settling into the rooms we'd reserved and the surrounding woods.

"Get some rest," I told my fellow Alphas. "Tomorrow won't be easy."

In my room, I attempted to mind-link with Aria again, but the connection felt distant and fuzzy. She must have fallen asleep. I decided against calling—she needed rest, and tomorrow would bring enough challenges.

I lay on the bed, forcing myself to sleep, knowing I needed all the energy I could muster for the tough battle ahead tomorrow.