Chapter 7

• Samantha froze in her tracks, her heart pounding in her chest as she listened to her father's words with growing horror. Was he talking about her? It seemed impossible, inconceivable even, that her own father could be plotting against her in such a manner. And yet, as she strained to hear every word of the conversation unfolding behind closed doors, she couldn't deny the chilling certainty that washed over her like a tidal wave.
• "Yes, I didn't mention any of this to her. She has no idea why she's coming. Well, I just made it sound like it was something really important - I knew that if she thought something was wrong, she would come. It was really the only way," her father's voice rang out, cold and calculating in the stillness of the room.
• Samantha's mind raced with a million questions, a million doubts and fears swirling around inside her like a raging storm. How could her father do this to her? How could he manipulate her like some pawn in a game of chess, using her own fears and insecurities against her?
• But even as the shock of her father's betrayal threatened to overwhelm her, Samantha forced herself to focus, to listen intently to every word that followed.
• "Well, that's exactly why I'm doing this. It's a complete disgrace - seeing my own daughter plastered on all these magazines, posing for all of the world to see? Do you know how these people look down on me for this? It's all anyone ever talks about. But if I can get her here, settle down with one of the young unmated Alphas - well, game over."
• Samantha's breath caught in her throat as she listened to her father's words, the weight of his betrayal settling over her like a suffocating blanket. She had always known that her father cared more about appearances and status than anything else, but to hear him speak so callously about her future was a bitter pill to swallow.
• "See, I knew you'd ask that. I've been thinking a lot about it - and I actually think Mr. Dalton and Mr. Anderson would be perfect. They're the only two young Alphas in this part that even come close to my status - not only that - but they're damn good at what they do. Those names could actually bring back some of our reputation that she threw right in that trash," her father's voice echoed in her mind, each word dripping with contempt and disdain.
• The realization hit Samantha like a punch to the gut, the sheer audacity of her father's plan leaving her reeling in disbelief. He was willing to sell her off like some piece of property, to barter her future away in exchange for a chance to salvage his own reputation. It was sickening, revolting, and utterly unforgivable.
• But even as anger and betrayal surged through her veins, Samantha forced herself to remain calm, to think rationally in the face of such overwhelming adversity. She needed to find a way out of this situation, to escape her father's clutches before it was too late.
• "I'm going to offer anyone who could mate her a price. I'll do anything to get her here permanently," her father's words continued to echo in her mind, each syllable a painful reminder of the precariousness of her situation.
• With a sense of determination burning in her veins, Samantha knew that she had to act fast if she wanted to escape her father's grasp. She needed allies, someone she could trust to help her navigate the treacherous waters of Pack politics and ensure her safety in the face of her father's machinations.
• "That's exactly my plan. You know me well. I'm going to approach Asher and Liam either today or tomorrow before she arrives. There's no way they'll say no to me - I could ruin their reps in five seconds. Yep. Oh hey - while I've got you here, when are you coming over for that barbecue we've been talking about for ages?" her father's voice continued, oblivious to the turmoil raging inside Samantha's mind.
• With a heavy heart, Samantha realized that she was truly alone in this world, with no one to turn to for help or support. Her father had betrayed her, her mother was nowhere to be found, and the Pack would never accept her back after what she had done.
• But even as despair threatened to consume her from within, Samantha refused to give up hope. She may be alone now, but she was strong and resilient, and she would find a way to survive, no matter what it took.
• With a sense of determination burning in her veins, Samantha made a silent vow to herself that she would not rest until she had escaped her father's clutches and forged her own path in the world. She may have been born an Alpha's daughter, but she refused to let her father's ambitions dictate her future. She was Samantha, and she would fight tooth and nail to reclaim her freedom and her dignity, no matter the cost.
• The words hit Samantha like a punch to the gut, the sheer audacity of her father's plan leaving her reeling in disbelief. He wanted to control her, to manipulate her into marrying some stranger just to save face in front of the Pack. It was despicable, deplorable, and utterly unforgivable.
• But even as anger and betrayal surged through her veins, Samantha knew that she couldn't afford to let her emotions get the better of her. She had to think, to plan, to find a way out of this impossible situation before it was too late.
• With a sense of determination burning in her veins, Samantha backed away from her father's office, her mind racing with possibilities. She needed to leave, to get as far away from the Pack territory as possible before her father could carry out his despicable plan. But how? Where would she go? And who could she trust?
• As she pondered her options, Samantha's thoughts turned to her mother, the one person in the world who had always been there for her, no matter what. If anyone could help her, it was her mother. And so, with a renewed sense of purpose, Samantha set out to find her, to seek her guidance and support in her darkest hour of need.
• With each passing moment, the weight of her father's betrayal grew heavier upon her shoulders, threatening to crush her beneath its suffocating embrace. But Samantha refused to let herself be defeated, refused to surrender to the despair that threatened to consume her from within.
• For she was Samantha, daughter of Alpha Alfred, and she would not go down without a fight. With every ounce of strength and determination she possessed, she would find a way to break free from her father's grasp, to forge her own path in a world that sought to confine and control her at every turn. And though the road ahead would be long and fraught with danger, Samantha knew that as long as she stayed true to herself and held fast to her convictions, she would emerge victorious in the end.