Alpha King's Redemption

AIDEN

“Wake up, Aiden. We need to get ready. The Alpha King will be here very soon.”My twin brother, Caden, tries to wake me up for the umpteenth time.

For goodness’ sake, why won’t he leave me alone? The Alpha King’s arrival has nothing to do with me. It’s not like my presence will do him any good. The last time I checked, I was the weakest among my father’s children. No one wants me around or cares about my opinion at any gathering.

Besides, I hate the said Alpha King. Don’t ask me why I hate him because, honestly, I don’t know. Maybe it’s because he thinks he’s too powerful and acts like a god on earth.

My parents told me he saved me from being eaten by a wild beast when I was a child. Well, I can’t remember any of that. The only thing I remember is meeting him four years ago. His face was stoic as he called me weak for being unable to wield a sword. Then, he deliberately arranged a duel between me and one of his pack members who was five times stronger than me.

I was beaten and humiliated in front of a crowd. From that day on, I hated him.

“If you don’t wake up, Aiden, I’ll call Sasha.” At the mention of her name, I spring out of bed so quickly that I accidentally land on my butt.

“Ouch!”

That’s the same butt I’m desperately trying to save from my sister. The only thing I fear most in this world is my elder sister’s mop stick.

Caden bursts into laughter at the sight of me sprawled on the floor. I glare at him.

“Get the fuck out of my room!” I snap, feigning anger.

“Unfortunately, this is my room too. You’re stuck with me.” He sticks out his tongue at me before walking toward the closet.

Sometimes, I wonder if this is the same strong, fearless Caden everyone in the pack knows. He only shows his childish side when he’s around me. In front of everyone else, he always wears a strong, expressionless face. Even though we aren’t identical twins, we share a deep connection. And despite the fact that there are plenty of rooms in the pack house, we still prefer sharing one.

I lazily drag my feet toward the bathroom. After taking an equally lazy bath, I walk out to find that Caden is gone. Dad must have called him.

Caden is always busy. Since he’s expected to take over from Dad one day, he’s involved in almost every aspect of the pack’s affairs. Unlike him, I’ve never cared about pack business or had any interest in becoming Alpha, even though I was born a few minutes before him. I find the responsibility boring.

Caden and I are twins, but we’re complete opposites. He’s strong, fearless, and has the mind of a leader, while I’m weak and don’t give a fuck about responsibilities. He’s more muscular, a little taller than me, and has always protected me since we were kids. I love him so much, but we’re definitely like cats and dogs.

I was born weak. My wolf is weak, unlike the wolves of other Alpha-born children. My parents have tried everything to find out why my wolf is so weak despite carrying Alpha blood, but they’ve never found an answer. I’ve been fragile since childhood, and my family has always been overly protective of me. Even now, my parents still treat me like a little child. It’s getting annoying.

I’ll be eighteen soon, and I can take perfectly good care of myself. I no longer hide in my brother’s shadow like I did when we were little. Just because my wolf is weak doesn’t mean I can’t handle myself. But my family can’t seem to understand that. They’re such a pain in my ass. Don’t get me wrong, though. I love my family, and they love me even more. I’m incredibly lucky to have them. In fact, I believe I’m the luckiest guy on earth.

I pull on a pair of jeans and a gray T–shirt before making my way downstairs.

“Aiden, come here, my baby.” Mum gestures for me to join her in the sitting room.

I look around but can’t see Caden or Dad. My sister is busy talking to a maid, and I can practically feel the tension in the air. Why the fuck is everyone acting as though we’re expecting a god to visit our home?

I walk over to the sitting room, and Mum immediately gives me a kiss on the forehead. “I hope you slept well, honey.”

I simply nod and sit down on the couch.

Don’t even get me started on the forehead kisses. That’s something Mum will never stop doing, even when I’m old enough to have wrinkles.

“The Alpha King has arrived. Your dad and Caden have gone to welcome him,” she says, her eyes flickering toward the door. She looks anxious.

“Whatever,” I mutter under my breath.

I don’t give a fuck about the Alpha King. I don’t understand why everyone fears him so much. It’s not like he’s a god.

“He’s here,” my sister announces. She dismisses the maid she’s been talking to.

Sasha is the one overseeing most of the preparations to ensure the Alpha King feels at home during his visit. Mum rises to her feet with a smile, while my eyes drift toward the door.

Caden is the first to walk in, followed by Dad and the Alpha King. Dad walks beside the Alpha King, wearing a smile, but the man himself has a blank, cold expression on his face.

My breath catches as I stare at him. One thing I haven’t mentioned is how breathtakingly handsome this man is. And his aura?

Insane.

The moment he steps into the sitting room, it feels as though the entire atmosphere changes. His presence is impossible to ignore, and the air around him seems heavier, almost suffocating. It’s as if he carries an invisible force that demands everyone’s attention without him having to utter a single word. He has an incredibly powerful and dominating presence. That’s probably why everyone fears him.

He’s tall, broad-shouldered, and perfectly built, with a masculine physique that makes him look even more intimidating. The expression on his face isn’t welcoming in the slightest. If anything, it’s the kind of look that would make someone run for their life.

His long black hair is neatly styled, with a few strands falling carelessly over his forehead, giving him a dangerously attractive appearance. His sharp jawline is well-defined, and his straight nose complements his perfectly sculpted face. But it’s his eyes that catch my attention the most.

They’re cold, piercing, and frighteningly intense. And dark. I've never seen a black eye that dark and unique like that.

My sister glares at me, silently ordering me to get to my feet and welcome the Alpha King. I roll my eyes before slowly standing up.

“Welcome, Alpha Killian,” Mum says with her most beautiful smile, but the asshole merely nods without even returning it.

Does this man ever smile? He always wears that strong, deadly expression that can make anyone shiver in fear.

I’m not an asshole, though, so I’ll admit that he’s handsome as fuck.

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NOTE: In this book, seventeen is considered an adult due to the werewolf world setting. I know this might be different from other werewolf books you've read, but this is my own world. Any sexual interaction that might happen between Aiden and Killian is legal. It is not a case of him taking advantage of Aiden.

Also, if you feel uncomfortable knowing that Aiden is seventeen, just know he will turn eighteen in a few weeks, and he’s not a minor. According to the rules of this book, he’s an adult.

~AIDEN~

My mum and sister prepared a feast instead of breakfast. They won't even allow the maids to do the cooking. My mum said that she doesn't want any mistake done. 

“We prepared different delicacies, we don't know your preference,” My mum says as she instructs the maid to serve the Alpha King. I can see the fear in the maid's eyes as she serves him. What this man's aura can do. 

I don't realize that I'm staring at him. I thought I'm pitying the poor maid who look like she will wet her dress. I know that he's handsome, but why is he suddenly so breathtaking. He looks three times more handsome than the last time I saw him. Without knowing it, I start to check him out. His dark brown hair compliments his pitch black eyes which are cold and empty. His hair looks soft and silky. I feel like running my fingers through it.  His jawline looks sharp and strong. And his red lips which look rather dark are so f*ck*ng tempting. Maybe he smokes a lot. I