Chapter 56 The ComplimentGAEL’S POVA small smile tugged at my lips as she settled on the couch facing me directly. “Nice hair.” I compliment Nia. It wasn't intentional. I said it, to my surprise, and she almost turned red. I asked Nia to come to the study to explain the potions she had worked on. Even though she is a healer, she must act modern and have the potions labeled and registered. That way, self-administration can take place without the necessary appearance of the healer.She took a long sip of her water for the second time since I complimented her. “So, I am working on a few—““Why are you so flustered? Is this the first time you are receiving an actual compliment from a person as good-looking as I am?” I asked.It was the longest word I have said since I asked her not to get the wrong idea that we might be friends.Nia's face got covered in a scary mask almost immediately. “Is this some game that you are always playing on looking victims? What is it with you trying to toy
Chapter 57 Gael is hereNIA’S POVMy body feels stiff. I have been moving around the greenhouse to get some herbs moved from the previous planting vase to another. I didn't realize many of them would come to have long branches and need more expansive spaces to grow. I have been at it all morning. And because I am the only one who can handle them, there is only a little help I can ask for. Perry and Ezra are away on a bonding moment. I had fun hanging out with Ezra while Perry got ready. Their relationship makes me miss the times I spent with Kingston. I have tried calling him throughout today, but the line keeps going to voicemail.Sometimes, I sense he isn’t mentally prepared to talk to me, which must be why he takes so much time to respond. Either that, or he is busy. I would instead not jump to conclusions, but according to Perry, who has been in the relationship pool for a while, the former is probably the case. Knowing Kingston, it's possible because of his shy nature. I caressed
Chapter 58 If You Love SomeoneGAEL’S POV“You have had too much to drink, Gael. If you keep up like this, you will wake up with a terrifying hangover.” Ezra complained, moving the vodka bottle away from me.“I know how to hold my drinking level down.” I slurred.“I know you do. But you are looking dazed at the moment. I won't be able to drive home because of you.”“Welcome to my abode, then. You can have any room that you want.”“What's eating you up?” He asked.I sniffed, pouring myself another glass. I couldn't do anything throughout the day as Nia's image haunted me. She looked more beautiful up close. Bumping into her in the woods some days back was the slightest coincidence I would have expected. And it got me hooked ever since. If I am genuinely interested in her that much, it feels like a slap to my person. Nia is someone I condemned in front of the world, and now my heart yearns for her suddenly. It's more frustrating, and it pisses me off that she seems thrilled hanging arou
Chapter 59 Drunk in LoveNIA’S POV“I like you a whole lot, Nia Hayes. Believe when I say it.”Gael repeated it to my utmost shock. What the hell did they give him to drink? It's shocking enough to hear him confess the reality of his awful living. And now he is admitting to having actual feelings for me?“Is this some joke, Gael? Why are you doing this to me?” I mumbled, feeling deflated.He wiped off his tears quickly. But why am I crying so easily over my emotions? Do people shed tears during confessions? “I swear it, Nia. There is no other way for me to tell you this. I can't stop thinking about you.”“But I am a half-breed.”“It doesn't matter. I apologize for being an asshole. I—I—I have no excuse for what I have done in the past. My eyes and heart have longed for you for the longest time. All I think about in my spare and busy time is you. I get jealous when you laugh with Ezra and give off a cold attitude towards me instead. Please, I want a chance with you. I promise to behav
Chapter 60 His assuranceGAEL’S POVThe minute I woke up this morning, the first thing I laid my eyes on was her beautiful face. I didn't know anyone could pull off that much beauty while asleep. It took me and my ego this long to accept my true feelings. She would be awake now and probably wondering where I am. Since it was her first time, I wanted to make it memorable for her. A werewolf clan says giving your intended lover special treatment binds them to be your mate forever.Now that I have gotten this close to Nia, I don't think I intend to stay away at all. I waited patiently for the hamper's goodie basket. I had myself disguised to visit the mall. I want Nia to appreciate it better, so I chose to run the errand on my own.“Here you go, sir. I am sure she would love it.” The store attendant smiled, handing the basket to me.“I hope she does,” I replied, taking my leave.Last night, I was scared that I might forget such a beautiful moment. I wanted to remember every bit of it. Th
Chapter 61 The QuickieNIA’S POVI tilted my head to the side, watching the moon shine on Gael's face. I wish there were a better way to explain my present obsession with him. Still, it's safe to say he is more into me than I am. At every chance he gets, Gael is either at my doorstep or the clinic. And if he is not physically available, he calls or texts. I don't know how long this would go on. But if it stops, I might lose my mind.“What's on your mind?” He asked, leaning closer to kiss my nape.I giggled, rubbing my forehead against his nose. “A lot. You think you want to hear it?”“Sure.”I cleared my throat and sat up. “I don't exactly know how to put this, but I hope it won't get you angry. It is just me admitting to my feelings. We have been together for over a week now, and I don't know what I am to you precisely.” Gael blinked slowly, and I thought he was about to say something, but he was only listening. I fidgeted with my fingers, hoping I didn't say something to annoy him.
Chapter 62 Letting goGAEL’S POV“Is it just me, or do you appear different? You are smiling more lately.” Ezra observed as we looked through the export files of the pack.I sniffed, trying to mask my expression. “Well, can't one be happy?”Ezra snickered, “You don't even get excited when you are fucking different women. That's how hard it is to make you appreciate your essence of existence.”I guess Nia is doing a good job making me feel fulfilled then. I want to boast to Ezra badly about my relationship with her. I know why she is insistent on not showing off just yet. I have set aside some cash to help my concubines be independent when they leave. It took me a long while to give in to the decision. I had to choose between being happy with Nia over tens of concubines I had no connection with.Since I ended up with Nia, no one has been able to pull my interest. For weeks now, I haven't called out to any of them, and Gemma is brewing up a storm of questioning as to why I am no longer
Chapter 63 Her loverAUTHOR’S POVGemma kissed her teeth for the umpteenth time in five seconds. Her head kept reeling with Gael's words. There is no way he would mean something like that, not after all these years that she has put up with his stupid ass. Gael must think he can do whatever he wants with anyone. But it will be over her dead body. No one will make a fool of her, that is certain.“How long do you intend to be this moody? All through the sex, you practically laid stiff like a log of wood. I shouldn't have to suffer for a fool's mistake.” Zac whined, kissing her bare shoulder.She shrugged him off. “Haven’t you had enough?”“That question should be directed at you. Until when do you intend to keep this up.”“Shut it!” She growled, glaring hard at him. “If you think I am here because I have forgiven you for that stunt you pulled off, then you are mistaken.”Zac hit his fist on the bed angrily. He has been with Gemma for years, long before she started aiming to remain by Alph