

The Alpha King's Daughter
In a realm of ancient Lycan power, Arabella, daughter of the formidable Alpha King, chafes under her father's iron-fisted protection. Haunted by her mother's tragic death and facing an unwanted bodyguard, she longs for freedom. But as war brews and her 18th birthday approaches, bringing with it political marriages and unforeseen dangers, Arabella must navigate a world of hidden truths and shocking revelations. Can she defy destiny and forge her own path, or will the weight of her lineage claim her?The plush comfort of my bedroom felt like a cage. "Dad, I've told you a hundred times. I don't need a bodyguard." My voice was a low groan as I flopped onto the bed, the familiar scent of rich mahogany and old books doing little to soothe my irritation.
His silence was heavy, a palpable presence. "You know he's only trying to keep you safe," Aela, my wolf, chided in my mind, her voice a calm counterpoint to my frustration.
"Arabella." My father's stern voice cut through the air, and I reluctantly pushed myself up, meeting his silver eyes. The sheer power of the Alpha King filled the room, a familiar pressure that usually made others shudder. Aela grumbled, "Well, you've done it now."
Despite the Alpha power that pulsed from him, it didn't affect me in the same overwhelming way. A perk of being his daughter, I supposed. Still, I resisted the urge to cringe under his intense, unyielding gaze. I sighed, knowing the futility of arguing. "Yes, Dad?"
"You will behave and let your bodyguard protect you." His commanding tone left no room for debate. All the training I'd endured, the countless hours spent honing my Lycan abilities, meant nothing to him. He was convinced I was no match for his enemies, not yet, not without becoming Queen.
"Fine," I snapped, crossing my arms and turning to stare out the window at the vast, manicured gardens. "But you know I'll never behave."
