From Substitute To Queen novel Chapter 70

Chapter 70

“You’re my firstborn. My daughter. It doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks or says. You’re going to be the next Alpha of this pack, and it’s time everyone knew it.”

The words hit me like a physical blow. After years of feeling like an outsider, like Victoria’s and Daisy’s presence had somehow diminished my place in the family…

I was completely speechless.

“You don’t have to answer now,” he said gently. “Just think about it. Daisy would be thrilled to have you there. And I… I would be honored to have my daughter by my side again.”

After we hung up, I sat in silence for several long moments. The emotional whiplash of the evening was catching up to me.

Caelan moved to sit beside me, his earlier passion replaced by gentle concern. “You okay?”

‘I think so.” I wiped at my eyes. “Dad want us to attend Daisy’s birthday party.”

His hand found mine. “I’ll go wherever you need me to go.”

I took a deep breath, trying to collect myself. “It’s getting pretty late,” I said, glancing at the clock. “You should probably head home.”

But instead of agreeing, Caelan’s expression grew more serious. “Actually, Sabi, there’s something else we need to discuss. Would like to move in with me? After what happened tonight with Darrell…”

I shook my head immediately. “Caelan, moving is a huge hassle. I just got settled here.” I gestured around my apartment. “Besides, this building has excellent security. I can talk to the front desk, give them Darrell’s photo, make sure he’s banned from entering.”

Caelan studied my face, clearly wanting to argue further. But after a moment, he sighed. “At least let me station some of my security nearby. Discreetly.”

‘Fine. Discrete security. But no one obvious hanging around making my neighbors nervous.”

‘Deal.” Some of the tension left his shoulders. “But Sabi, if he shows up here again, if he so much as calls you, I want to know immediately. Promise me.”

I couldn’t help but smile. I gave him an exaggerated bow. “Yes, Your Majesty. I understand completely.”

He pressed a gentle kiss to my forehead. “Goodnight, my queen.”

Caelan’s POV

My hands gripped the steering wheel as I pulled away from Sable’s apartment building. My mind was already racing ahead to my next move.

Darrell wants to play games? Fine. Let’s see how he handles real power.

I reached for my phone and dialed Edward’s number. Two rings, then his familiar voice answered.

‘Edward.”

“Your Majesty. Is there an emergency?”

“I need you to investigate Hawthorne Pack’s current alliance status immediately. Find out which cooperation agreements are about to expire.”

“Understood, Your Majesty. Please hold on a second.”

I heard the rapid clicking of keyboard keys through the phone.

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“Your Majesty? Edward’s voice returned after a minute, Hawthorne Pack has three major alliance agreements expiring at month’s end.”

“Perfect. A dangerous smile crossed my lips, “Contact those three pack Alphas. Tell them not to renew with Hawthorne Pack. If they require compensation, the crown can provide more favorable terms.”

‘I’ll arrange it immediately.”

Edward paused, then continued. “Your Majesty, the horse incident investigation results are complete.”

My jaw tightened, “Tell me.”

Confirmed, Your Majesty. The veterinarian discovered an extremely small needle mark near the horse’s neck-almost imperceptible. Blood analysis revealed the animal was injected with a powerful neural stimulant that would cause sudden loss of control,”

Cold fury flooded my veins. “Blair?”

“No direct evidence points to her specifically, but the injection site suggests only someone with close proximity could have administered it.” Edward hesitated. “Your Majesty, were there others present besides Miss Crawford and Miss Sterling?”

“Only Sable and Blair were there, but I’m certain it wasn’t Sable.”

Edward remained silent for several seconds before asking carefully, “Your Majesty, how would you like me to handle Miss Sterling?”

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