Defy The Alpha(s) novel Chapter 302

Chapter 302: Power Of An Alpha

Violet’s heart pounded in her chest as she watched Irene’s expression shift while the clip of her making out with both Griffin and Alaric played.

It felt like the world was caving in around her.

She saw the exact moment Irene’s eyes widened in disbelief, as though struggling to process what she was seeing.

Standing beside her, holding the phone for her to watch, Caroline was nothing short of pleased. Irene’s reaction was everything she’d hoped for. This was her chance to finally remove the obstacle in her daughter’s path once and for all.

Thank the heavens she had been keeping tabs on the school. If she hadn’t intercepted things when she did, her foolish daughter might have lost Irene’s favor completely.

Nothing would ruin her plan.

Everyone was curious about what Alpha Irene was watching, but none dared to interfere. All they could do was wait for Irene to lose it so they could get a taste of the gossip.

Violet swore her soul nearly left her body when Irene finally looked up. The woman’s gaze locked onto her with unsettling intensity. What was she thinking? Was she angry? Did she feel betrayed?

Yes, Violet had lied. Yes, she had kept the nature of her relationship with her son and the others a secret. But there had been no time to explain anything. Still, even with guilt squeezing her chest, Violet didn’t look away. She met Irene’s stare eyeball to eyeball.

When Irene opened her mouth, Violet braced herself for the rebuke, but instead, Irene laughed.

Huh?

Violet blinked in confusion. What was going on here?

Caroline, Elsie’s mother, frowned. There was nothing remotely funny about the situation. So what was Irene playing at?

But Irene laughed again, louder this time. A boisterous, unapologetic laughter that echoed across the space.

The wolves from the East didn’t need to be told, they joined in almost instantly. It was a little awkward at first as some were unsure of the joke, but it quickly spread.

Soon, the entire Luncheon was filled with the sound of laughter. Even the other human parents joined in, swept away by the sheer absurdity of it all.

When Irene finally stopped, the room quieted again, hanging on her next words.

She said lightly, "It’s an honor, really, to know that I’m inspiring the younger generation. Monogamy is so last season."

"Alpha Irene!" Caroline gasped, scandalized. "These are the Alpha heirs we’re talking about!"

But Irene only shrugged. "They’re young. Let them explore. This is the age for experimenting, not shackling themselves down. I’m sure they’re very much aware of their duties."

Then she dusted her sleeves like something about the whole scene had bored her. "Anyway, I think I’ve had enough fun for today. I’ll take my leave now."

Murmurs arose at once. The Luncheon had barely begun, and yet Alpha Irene was leaving already? No one had seen that coming.

Caroline’s jaw dropped. Clearly caught off guard, she scrambled to do damage control.

"Alpha Irene, surely you’re not upset over a little chitchat? Come now, don’t be provoked."