My Alpha's Betrayal: Burning In The Flames Of His Vengeance

4. My Worth

YILEYNA

Last night’s events were fresh on my mind, along with Alpha Andres’s and Theon’s parting words, I hadn’t even been able to thank him for helping fix my arm. Something that I could have done myself, but it’s a lot easier when you’re not the one snapping your bones back into place. I hadn’t shifted yet, so I didn’t heal as fast as those who had.

I had woken up with Theon’s words playing on my mind and an ache between my legs that begged for only one man’s touch. As much as I was sure I could find a man to satiate the hunger, I didn’t want just anyone.

I had changed and come out to one of the smaller, less frequently used training fields. No one really came this far out often, and since the pack had in a way shunned me, I felt more comfortable training out here alone.

Rain had fallen heavily all through the night and it was still ongoing. The ground beneath my feet was muddy and my boots were completely covered in it. Squelching with every move I made as I punched the tree repeatedly, venting my frustration.

I was wearing a tank top with a leather jacket and pants; my hair was open, and I was completely drenched despite the overhead branches that partially shielded me from the rain. I didn’t mind it, I was simply relieved that there was not a soul in sight. I guess the regulars were all training in the indoor courts and halls.

I punched the tree again, the Alpha’s words ringing in my head.

‘Talent but no strength.’

The tone of his voice made it obvious I was just a failure…

I punched the tree harder, staring at the blood that streaked the trunk. Despite the bandages I had wrapped around my hands, I had still bruised them. The once white wrap was covered with dirt, water, and blood.

Useless.

A failure…

I was a shame to the De’Lacor name… I was meant to be my father’s legacy… Someone who he’d be proud to call his daughter, the future Beta, but without my wolf, I don’t think that title was going to be mine.

It had been two months and I knew the rest of the ranked wolves wanted the king to pick a new Beta… No doubt the Gamma and Delta wolves had their eyes on that position. A position that was rightfully the De’Lacor’s.

I felt an all-too-familiar stinging in my eyes as I continued to hit the tree. My grunts, whimpers of pain and effort faded into the sound of the downpour. Weather that truly fitted my mood.

I kept going, no longer focusing on anything but the pain in my entire body, I knew I was going to end up in bed for an entire day after this.

I stumbled, my feet skidding in the mud. I fell forward, bracing my hands on the tree as my knees hit the ground.

“Now I think that’s the best position for you to be in.” A haughty voice from behind came.

Irritation flashed through me as I got to my feet, turning to look at the two young men who stood there. Nikolai and Kyson. Warriors that were of the same rank as Theon, but unlike him, both were trash in my eyes.

With his dark hair and blue eyes, one might

to unwrap the bandage on my right hand. I was shaking from exhaustion and the number of splinters embedded in my hands were far more than

think we have ourselves an Omega… and what are they good for, Kyson?” Nikolai remarked, a smirk on his

me at the insult, I was no

arrogantly, his brown eyes glimmering with

Nikolai replied, his voice laced with

will or won’t be capable of when I’m done with you.” I

maybe we could put it to better use.” Kyson stepped

he carried on as he was, I wouldn’t mind adding another one to his

disgust. There was no one around for miles and in

her makes me want to bury myself

by the goddess

might be taking the Beta title… and once he does, you become an Omega by default. But play for the right team and we might just

admit

making my heart thunder. His eyes were predatory, like the animal he was. Unmarked women were just targets for

king himself strips me of my rank, I am still the Beta candidate.” I warned, my voice sounding breathless

you are. The king can strip your title but allow me to strip you of a little more.” Nikolai remarked, his eyes darkening with hunger as his gaze fell to my front and I realised my shirt was sticking to me, almost completely see-through thanks to the rain.

on me. Nikolai’s hand reached around, grabbing my left

touch me!” I hissed, ripping his hand from my body, twisting back towards them and yanking free from his hold only for him to grab my hand and squeeze it painfully. I winced as I felt

needed to get

splinters I had created in the trunk cutting into my back. I could feel them embedded into me, making my eyes water

was not going to budge no matter how hard

there watching, a smirk on his face. As much as I wanted to plead for him

me, Nikolai.” I

up to me. Reaching down, he forced my legs apart. I shoved him hard, but he

will pay for this, Nikolai!” I

“Will I?”.

families… No, he wouldn’t pay because I

no one… even if no one said

pushed me back roughly, pinning my arms to my side as he forced himself between my legs, and I felt my stomach churn as I felt his

as I struggled in his hold. Did

and strength to fight him, but I had worn myself down. I felt helpless… useless. Even though I tried so hard, and trained so hard, I was

let’s put this body to good use.” He rasped huskily, making me glare at

he always been so… ugly

but he

neck as he forcefully pinned my head back against the tree trunk, his eyes falling to my lips,