The Alpha's Hidden Heirs (Selene and Kane)

Selene

My daily routine had shifted quite a bit over the past few days.

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I started getting up early to make it to the office on time. They placed me in the finance department to learn the ropes. I also made an effort to understand our employees' perspectives.

This gave me insight into their thoughts about our business and helped me gauge their loyalty. Everyone saw me as just another employee. None of them knew I'd soon be their CEO.

During this time, I noticed Leo's behavior changing. When I asked him about it, he simply said, "I don't like that guy."

His comment about Kane surprised me. There was something unusual in Leo's eyes, but I couldn't quite place it. So I decided not to push the Kane topic any further.

Luna, on the other hand, had taken a shine to Kane after just one meeting. She kept bringing him up. I just told her he was a stranger and she wouldn't see him again.

It hurt to see my children's different reactions to him. They had no idea he was their father. I didn't want to tell them the truth either - the thought terrified me.

Mom had reassured me not to worry since Kane was far away from them.

It was around noon.

I was at my desk reviewing files when I heard a knock.

"Come in."

A young woman poked her head through the doorway.

"Miss Selene, lunch break."noveldrama

It was Rachel Morgan, an employee probably in her early twenties. Despite her age, she was incredibly talented at her job.

"I'm coming," I replied.

When she lingered by the door, I closed my file and got up.

I walked over and joined her in the hallway.

"I figured you'd be buried in work. Beta Axel asked me to make sure you came to lunch," she said.. That surprised me. I frowned at her. She let out a small laugh and whispered, "I know who you really are."

"Oh," was all I could manage.

Axel must really trust her to have shared that information.

"Don't worry, your secret's safe with me," she assured me.

Though honestly, it wouldn't matter soon - everyone would know in a few days anyway. I just smiled and nodded at Rachel.

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We ate in the company cafeteria. I observed the people around me. The women employees seemed well- dressed and put together a good sign that our company paid competitive salaries. The men appeared focused and driven, clearly understanding that their hard work would pay off.

After lunch, Rachel and I headed back to my office. As we passed the break room, something caught my eye and stopped me in my tracks. There was a cello sitting in the middle of the room. I couldn't tear my eyes away from it.

"Selene, do you play?" Rachel asked.

I turned away and gave a slight nod.

"Want to try it out?"

I gave a sad smile. "Can't anymore. Injured my right hand a few years ago."

Rachel looked shocked.

Memories flooded back of that night I burned my hand trying to save someone's life.

I closed my eyes as the memories washed over me. Unconsciously, I rubbed my arm where the scars

were hidden. The phantom pain from that night haunted me again. But even though I'd loved the wrong person, I had no regrets.

"Selene? You okay?" Rachel's voice was concerned.

I snapped back to reality. "Yeah, I'm fine."

She glanced at my hand. "Is your hand alright?"

I could only manage a "Mm-hmm."

Back in my office, I tried to focus on work.

But my mind kept drifting back to those horrible memories from before - ones I'd almost forgotten during my marriage to Kane. I grabbed a file, trying to concentrate.

That's when my phone rang. Looking at the screen, I recognized the number. Kane.

How did he get my number? Probably from my stepfather. I let it ring through, then immediately blocked his number.

Minutes later, Axel stormed into my office looking annoyed. I stood up. "What's wrong?"

He held up his phone. "Your ex-husband's calling me. Should I answer?"

That threw me. Kane had never tried to contact Axel before, not since their fight in the hotel room.

I had no idea why Kane would call him now. Questions raced through my mind. Had he figured out Luna and Leo were his children?

I bit my lip anxiously. Axel had made it clear many times that he despised Kane. He stared at me, waiting for an answer. Taking a deep breath, I said, "Answer it."

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