Alpha Damien’s Trouble Maker Novel

Chapter 26 Chapter 26 Selene As we stepped into the grand auction hall, the brightness from the chandeliers hit my face. The air smelled of incense and polished wood. All around me were people dressed in different styles, colours, and insignias stitched into their robes, Wolves from every major pack had gathered here tonight. It made sense. This was said to be one of the biggest auctions of the decade. Rare artifacts, enchanted weapons, relics from fallen dynasties, treasures that could shift power between packs. Of course, everyone wanted a piece of it.

I pulled my sari a little tighter and walked further in. Luckily, nobody paid any attention to me. With how crowded it was, I blended in easily, I was just another face among the wealthy. I spotted an empty table near the middle rows and gestured for Evelyn to take a seat. She hurried over, settling beside me as I sank into the cushioned chair with a quiet sigh. The auction hadn't even begun, yet I already felt drained. "My lady," Evelyn whispered, "pardon me for asking, but why didn't we go in with those people? We were going to the same place after all." I turned to her and shook my head.

"We can't." Her brows furrowed. "We can't?" "No," I said simply. "We can't get ourselves associated with strangers. The only reason I was with them to begin with was because they were rich." I rested my chin on my hand. "But if we keep our distance, we'll avoid unnecessary trouble. People like them don't mix well with people like us. Well, at least for now." Evelyn frowned softly. "But they didn't seem dangerous." "That's exactly why we should be careful, the most dangerous ones never do." Besides, I couldn't read his mind.

Being able to hear everyone else's thoughts but his didn't sit right with me, it meant he was far stronger than he appeared. And maybe I'd been powerful in my past lives, but right now, I was just a helpless girl, unable to protect myself or the people I cared about. Evelyn nodded after a moment. "You're right, my lady. We should be careful." Her loyalty was endearing, and sometimes worrying. I gave her a small smile and then remembered something. "Oh, before I forget," I said, pulling out a small glass bottle from my pouch. I uncorked it and took a small sip before handing it to her.

Without hesitation, Evelyn took it and drank. I blinked at her. "You didn't even ask what it is. What if it's poison?" She wiped her lips and smiled sweetly. "Then it would be an honour to die by your hands, my lady." I stared at her, speechless for a moment before sighing deeply. "You really are insane." Evelyn's laughter tinkled softly beside me, and I found myself smiling faintly at the sound. "That drink earlier is just a plant I soaked in water before we came here." Her head tilted in curiosity. "A plant?" "Mhm." I nodded.

"It'll help us hide our scent if we end up running into people we know." 12:42 Tue, Dec 23 Chapter 26 Evelyn blinked, processing that. "I see, but, my lady, how do you even know what kind of plant can do that? You didn't know things like that before." I shrugged casually, a small smile tugging at my lips. "I'll tell you soon enough. For now, just relax and enjoy the auction. If I spot anything worthwhile, we might walk away with quite a few treasures today." "Yes, my lady!" she said eagerly, already looking around the grand hall as though deciding what treasures we would take home.

I leaned back in my chair, closing my eyes for just a moment to rest. The low hum of conversation filled the hall, when suddenly, a furious voice rang out. "Those bastards! How dare they! How could they say the entire VIP area was already booked? How dare they do this to the temple!" I didn't need to open my eyes to know who that voice belonged to. Evelyn gasped beside me, gripping my sleeve. "My lady, it's Master Kane!" As expected. I sighed inwardly and slowly opened my eyes. There they were, Kane, Cross, and Sienna, standing near the center of the hall where everyone could see them.

Kane's face was red with anger, his voice loud enough to echo across the marble walls. Cross, on the other hand, looked the same as always, cold and detached, arms crossed, watching his brother's outburst in silence. And Sienna, sweet, perfect Sienna stood between them, her innocent expression intact, as though she didn't realize the entire hall was staring at them. Kane slammed his hand against the counter, making the attendants flinch. "Those people-I could have them arrested for treating us like this! Especially you, Sienna, the Moonborn herself!

How dare they show you such disrespect!" Cross's voice cut through his brother's fury. "You can't." Kane turned to him sharply. "What?" Cross met his glare evenly. "The auction house has its own authority. Two years ago, after several nobles tried to exploit their power, the Alpha granted them autonomy. They can do whatever they want as long as it isn't against the law. Even the Alpha can't interfere without just cause." Kane clicked his tongue, his jaw tightening. "That doesn't make sense. We're from the temple! Do they not know who we are?" A low murmur rippled through the crowd.

"Who are they?" "Look at the girl's hair, white as snow. That must be the priestess. The Moonborn from the temple." "I heard she's powerful." "Powerful or not, this is an auction. Everyone's equal here. What's the point of making a scene?" "They were denied the VIP section. It was probably reserved by someone wealthier." "I know, right? They should just sit down instead of causing trouble. The auction's about to start." I smirked faintly to myself, leaning my chin on my hand. Typical Kane, always barking at anyone who dared not bow to him.

Typical Sienna, playing the innocent while secretly 12:4 Tue, Dec 23 Chapter 26 drinking in every drop of attention. Typical Cross, unbothered, detached, as if none of it concerned him. And typical me, sitting quietly in the crowd, watching the chaos unfold like some poorly written play. What a bunch of drama queens. 田 AD Comment Send gift No Ads 12:42 Tue, Dec 23 M Editorial board Editorial Board: Our editorial team works behind the scenes to refine each chapter, maintain consistency, and deliver the best reading experience.