The Alpha King's Human Contract Mate

Chapter 1

The war was devastating and claimed many lives. It has been three years since the wolves revealed themselves to us, and it has been a constant battle ever since.
My father held the position of President, and I was on my way to a conference meeting that he had called for. Upon entering the room, I noticed that it was filled with people who whispered amongst themselves as they glanced at me.
I returned their gazes without fear, as I had grown accustomed to being stared at. They commented on my distinctive appearance, particularly my red hair.
"We have reached an agreement on the next steps to take. The wolves have agreed to our peace proposal, and to solidify this, there will be a marriage between a human and the werewolf king," announced Mr. George, my father, as the room erupted into murmurs.
I was taken aback by his words. Who would willingly marry someone like the Alpha king? Rumors of his cruelty were widespread, he was a monster , and this decision seemed utterly insane.
One of the ministers interrupted, exclaiming, "This is absurd! Who in their right mind would agree to such a dangerous mission? It's a suicide mission!" The rest of the men nodded in agreement.
"Well, I am here to inform you that someone has volunteered to sacrifice herself for the sake of humanity," he declared. The hall erupted into murmurs as everyone began speaking amongst themselves.
"She must be a sadist."
"Is she crazy?"
"Who is this person?"
"Loreen, can you please step forward?" my father called out, extending his hand towards me. I looked at him with fear as I cautiously approached.
As I got closer, he took hold of my hand and smiled at the crowd, although my heart raced with confusion.
"Loreen, my first daughter, has agreed to become the bride of the Alpha king," he announced. Gasps filled the room as he squeezed my hand, silently urging me not to make a sound. A chill ran up my spine as I stared at him wide-eyed.
How could he? He was my father. How could he do this to me? I stood there in shock, trembling from the news.
"This is good news. Humanity has accepted and will forever honor this sacrifice," one of the ministers proclaimed. The room erupted into applause as everyone stood up.
"You are so great, 𝘔𝘳 president, your utmost sacrifice will not be forgotten, the name of you and your family shall go down in history for this," a minister said as they smiled brightly at my father.
"It is my responsibility, that I put humility first even before ny self, Thank you, thank you. Now, if you'll excuse us," my father said, pulling me out of the room and into his office.
As soon as he arrived at his office, he forcefully pushed me to the ground. I glanced upwards and saw Helen laughing as I fell, along with my mother who sat there with a wide smile.
"What is the meaning of this foolishness, girl? Do you have such a strong desire to humiliate me in front of everyone?" He snapped at me, while he slapped me harshly and I tumbled to the ground. My father had never treated me well, instead favoring my sister.
"Why, dad? Why do you throw me to the wolves? What have I done to deserve such mistreatment from you? I am your daughter, for Christ's sake," I cried out, looking at him as if pleading for my life.
"We should inform the poor girl, I believe it is time," my mother said as she stood up and positioned herself next to her husband, grinning down at me.
I despised her, my hatred for her was so intense that it made my blood boil. She was the worst of them all, and had mistreated me since I was a child.
"You're nothing but a pathetic orphan we took in out of pity, Loren. Don't you dare think you're part of this family. You're just a burden we have to bear until we can get rid of you. And don't you dare question my motives. All I care about is power, and you're just a means to an end. So shut your mouth and be grateful for the scraps of attention we throw your way."my dad spat and a chill ran up my spine.