Alpha's Regret: The Seventh Time was Forever

Chapter 501 - Bryan isn’t your son

Ravyn didn’t react at all. Daisy’s voice might as well have vanished into thin air for how much attention he paid it. His gaze stayed completely locked on Seraphine, unable to tear himself away from the breathtaking woman sitting so comfortably in the chair that was supposed to belong to Voren.

A sharp sting of jealousy pierced straight through Daisy’s chest. She clenched her hands tight, forcing a smile that never came close to reaching her eyes. When Ravyn refused to even acknowledge her, she turned directly toward Seraphine instead.

"Sera." Her voice carried loud and clear across the room. "That seat is already taken. It’s reserved for Alpha Voren."

The second the words left her mouth, whispers exploded through the hall. Several Lunas exchanged knowing glances before leaning in to share their thoughts.

"Daisy really never learns."

"If I were her, I’d keep my mouth shut after everything that happened last night."

"Exactly."

"She’s only making herself look worse."

"I’d be too embarrassed to say another word."

Each whispered comment landed like another sharp needle stabbing into Daisy’s pride. Her face burned hot with humiliation. She wanted nothing more than for the floor to open up and swallow her whole.

Before the awkward silence could stretch out any longer and make everything even worse, Seraphine calmly turned toward Voren. A playful smile tugged at the corners of her lips.

"Voren..." She deliberately used his first name instead of his title, letting the familiarity hang in the air. "You don’t mind, do you?"

Every Alpha nearby stiffened in their seats. None of them would have ever dared speak to the Supreme Alpha so casually. Voren stayed perfectly composed, his face giving nothing away as those deep eyes rested on Seraphine.

"No." The answer came without even a second of hesitation. "I wasn’t planning to sit there anyway."

acceptance sent another wave of pain crashing through Daisy’s heart. For one brief moment, bitter disappointment washed

the ugly bitterness

elegant golden gown that hugged every curve of her body, her long blonde hair cascading beautifully over

carried the same weight as marriage, Daisy stayed utterly convinced of one unshakable truth: the mate bond was stronger than any vow,

him to that she-wolf, every partnership, every conversation, every reason to stay close. The thought alone

in his hands and cleared his throat. His gaze accidentally drifted

ignore, with those diamonds woven into her gown shimmering beneath the crystal lights and making

the Centenary Pack. From today onwards,

throughout the entire hall. Guests rose to their feet, some cheering loudly while others clapped

brushed a brief, formal kiss across Daisy’s lips, respectful and nothing more. Once tradition had been fulfilled, the newly crowned Alpha and Luna began making their way

themselves so they could return to the area where the pack’s pups were being cared for during the

changed dramatically. The

carrying trays loaded with expensive drinks and elegant appetizers. At the same time, omegas moved through

linens. Fresh flowers decorated every centerpiece, and fine dinnerware sparkled beautifully beneath the

found herself seated with Corvine, Athaliah, Kael, and Prince Jasper. Even sitting

Jasper always kept her guard up high, but she endured it for Athaliah’s sake. He was her brother, after

Jasper stayed empty for only a short while. Before anyone else

entire mood around the table. Athaliah’s smile vanished completely. Her shoulders stiffened, and she avoided looking in his direction altogether. Corvine noticed right away.

quietly observed everything, catching the thick, uncomfortable tension crackling between them. Then her attention

over. A faint smile

rose gracefully from her chair. The soft sound of crystal echoed through the room as she picked up a champagne glass. Almost instantly, conversations faded and curious eyes turned toward her. With effortless elegance, she lifted the

to

the room. Then her expression changed completely. The warmth faded from her beautiful

stayed calm and steady, carrying through the

eye remained