Defy The Alpha(s) novel Chapter 606

Chapter 606: Marry Alpha Asher

"Congratulations, Alpha Asher," kept ringing over and over again until it became a mantra Asher just nodded to. He never thought so many people would show up for the coronation, and now, everyone wanted a moment of his time.

Music pulsed through the courtyard, blending with the smell of roasted meat and sweet wine. Laughter filled the air as the west pack celebrated as if tomorrow would never come.

Asher stood by the long banquet table, half-listening to yet another toast. At his side, Ezra watched quietly, only intervening when it was necessary.

A tall man with a polite smile and expensive cologne approached, his human scent distinct even amidst the crowd.

"Alpha Asher," he greeted warmly, extending a hand. "It’s an honor. Gideon Mann, CEO of Astra Industries, one of Aster City’s top trade companies."

"Astra Industries is a textile conglomerate," Asher noted. "You’re the one funding that women’s manufacturing hub in District Six." 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

"Indeed," Gideon replied proudly. "We precisely train women, giving them steady income through tailoring and distribution. It’s a noble initiative, and quite profitable too."

That caught Asher’s attention. "And how would that benefit the West Pack?"

Gideon leaned closer. "We could establish a branch here. The older women of your pack, lots of them with no education, could work with us. We’ll provide the equipment and trade access to the human markets. You’d be strengthening the economy and reputation of the West pack."

Ezra nodded in approval. "That’s actually worth considering."

Asher gave a small, thoughtful hum. He could already picture how this would empower the women of his pack, giving them purpose.

"I’ll send Jeremiah to meet with your team," Asher said in a clipped voice. "If your proposal holds merit, we’ll move forward."

Gideon grinned. "Excellent. I knew this partnership would be mutually beneficial." He raised his glass in cheer. "To progress, and to alliances."

But before Asher could respond, the man’s tone shifted. "Also if I may ask, is it true that you’re single, Alpha?"

Ezra almost choked on his drink, side-eyeing Asher.

Asher froze for half a heartbeat before schooling his face into calm. "What makes you think I’m single?"

Gideon laughed, the kind of sly, self-satisfied laugh that grated Asher’s nerves. "Oh, I’ve heard rumors. Something about you being entangled with a human — Violet something?"

"Violet Purple," Asher corrected, his tone sharp enough to cut steel. "And watch the way you say her name."

The businessman’s grin faltered. "Ah, my apologies. But er... rumor has it she’s already mated to three of your fellow Cardinal Alphas." He tilted his head toward Roman, who at that very moment was being cheered on by a crowd as he drank from a keg upside down.

Asher’s eyes flicked to the scene, then back to Gideon, his face expressionless. "So?"

The human chuckled nervously. "Well, I was thinking of a connection, one that would benefit us both." He stepped forward, his voice lowering conspiratorially. "I have a daughter, Clarisse. Beautiful, well-educated, and adaptable. A union between your pack and my family could strengthen both sides. We’d merge trade routes, secure resources, and perhaps, in time, build something greater."

Ezra gave Asher a side glance, the kind that screamed, don’t kill him yet.

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