The Alpha's Daughter-in-law

om. The figure inside thrashed about in her restraints, her pale skin flushed red from exertion as she tried to break free. The long dark hair of the maiden was soaked i

worked, trying to soothe her despite her struggles against their grip. One of the maids ran a wet brush through the girl’s hair, gently massaging shampoo into it bef

d up the room. The girl continued to thrash about in her restraints, but the maids held her down firmly and carefully so she would not hurt he

oke soothing words as they dried off every inch of skin with gentle pats and caresses before dressing the young woman in fresh clothes.

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rved, Mabel looked up with piercing eyes and a regal bearing. Despite being confin

ark velvet, with delicate embroidery that traced along the hem and the cuffs of the sleeves. The neckli

the tray of food closely before taking a small bite,

her asked, "Is there a problem, Your Majesty?" as Mab

"It's just that I had hoped for someth

said, bowing deeply. "I will make sure th

n turned away to

lowly, savoring the flavor, but her mind was elsewhere. She couldn't help but f

w that her husband, the king, was doing everything in his power to find a cure for the

ago when she had stood proudly by the side of her husband, the Alph

ead and sparkling jewels adorning her neck and wrists. She heard the cheers of the crowd as

, and she opened her eyes to see one of the attenda

g where she was. "Yes, I'm fine," she said

but Mabel called her back. "Tell me,

in my place to talk about things like this," she finally said. "But I k

n her hand. "I just wish I could be with him again, like we used to be. I miss s

" the attendant said softly. "But for n

e to ensure she didn't become violent, as her disease caused sudden outbursts of r

eft alone once again. She sat there in silence, staring out at the world beyond her cage, longing for the day when she would be free. Despi

band. She knew that he often came to check on her before starting his day, and she hoped that toda