It had only been days since Alyssa started working in Alpha Larole's mansion but it felt like ages. She had gotten so many bruises as a result of trying to navigate her way around the house and do the chores in a blindfold before her brain grasped the mental map of the house. Her wolf had become her companion, aiding her in memorizing everything that would get her hurt.
Alpha Larole had also been fulfilling his promises to her bit by bit, ensuring she and her brother were safe and also well-fed. Except for Lydia's nonchalant behavior and constant fusses, everything else was good. The rest of the household seemed to like her or so, she thought. But they were nice to her.
Alyssa hummed as she went about the day's work. she detested cleaning but what could she do? And today was the day she got to clean Ace's office. Of all days, today! It was also the day Ace was to return.
The household was busy. Everyone was doing their thing, trying to make sure all was in order before his arrival. According to them, he was a man who loved orderliness. Lydia had left early that morning for some touch-ups. Alyssa couldn't help but wonder about the sort of treatment Lydia would receive when mated to Ace. She wasn't even mated to him yet and the pampering was excess. Was that what it felt like to be Luna?
She sighed. A part of her tried to envision herself as Luna. What would she seem like? she laughed at the thought of it. What a dreamer she was, that couldn't happen even in her wildest imagination. It just wasn't possible. A rogue-like her couldn't be mated to an Alpha, the moon goddess always matched the dainty women with the strong Alphas. For someone like her, it was impossible. She was too tough to be any Alpha's mate and her status was below that rank. Far below.
She continued to clean Ace's office. She knew she shouldn't be there, Alpha Larole had told her to stay away from Ace's things but Lydia had instructed her to clean it up before he arrived. According to the rules, disrespecting Luna was equal to disrespecting the Alpha, so there was nothing she could do than clean it up.
The sound of unfamiliar footsteps reverberated through the room, slicing through the heavy air. Alyssa's heart skipped a beat as her eyes widened in anticipation, underneath the blindfold obscuring her vision.
Her wolf, sensing the presence of her mate, unleashed a soulful howl within her mind. It was a symphony of recognition, tinged with a blend of excitement and apprehension. Her mate? In Alpha Larole's house? Her heart pounded in her chest threatening to burst out. She didn't understand the feeling but it was exciting and frightening.
In an unsteady voice, she asked, "Who…who is there?"
In that swift moment, strong pairs of hands gripped her arms and pushed her against the wall, pinning her there like a hunter would do his prey. She panted, squinting her eyes to see who it was. She could hardly see his face but he felt so tall. The way he towered over her scared her.
"Who are you? How did you find me?" She almost whispered.
Ace glared at the petite woman he had pinned to the wall. "It's you," he growled.
The sound of his voice almost made Alyssa melt. At that moment, she had never been so grateful she had her blindfold on, else he would have seen the things his voice did to her.
"What do you mean it's me? Who are you?" She almost purred, trying to steady her wolf.
"Ace"
Alyssa almost died. Her eyes widened. Ace was her mate? She wanted to die. It was impossible. In that fleeting moment, her mind pieced together the puzzle that had haunted her every waking moment. The reason behind Alpha Larole's contract became clear, a revelation that sent a surge of conflicting emotions coursing through her veins. Alpha Larole knew all along and all he wanted was for her to just make a baby and leave? She felt betrayed.
As Alyssa reached out instinctively, hoping to touch Ace, his grip tightened around her arm, making her wince from the bruises she had from earlier. Confusion washed over her as his hand found its way to her throat, his touch threatening to choke the very breath from her lungs.
Caught between the undeniable allure of Ace's presence and the fear of his volatile anger, Alyssa's mind swirled with a maelstrom of emotions. She could feel every inch of him pressed against her, could feel the hardness of his chest against her breasts. It was as though their bodies had aligned.
The heat of their connection mingled with the chill of uncertainty, disrupting her ability to think straight. All she wanted was to feel his lips against hers, for his hands to roam her body. She wanted his touch. She wanted him with a passion that erupted from deep within. Her wolf wanted to surrender to his every touch. She wanted him to whisper in her ears everything he wanted to do to her.
"Why are you in my house?" He asked in his husky voice that seemed to grow deeper the more he spoke.
Though every fiber of her yearned to surrender to the intoxicating connection of their mating bond, Alyssa couldn't be quiet. Not when he was threatening to snuff out her life. Her voice, trembling yet resolute, reached his ears.
"I'm a maid here. I was hired by your father, please let me go"
Ace couldn't believe his ears. His father had hired his mate as a maid in his house. The height of the disrespect provoked him.
As the pressure around her throat eased, Alyssa crumpled to the floor, her bruised body aching. The echoes of Ace's departing footsteps reverberated through the silence, leaving her to confront her confused thoughts.
Ace's mind raced, urging him to seek out his father and demand answers. What the heck was happening? Why was she here? He couldn't fathom why his father had brought Alyssa to their home, questioning whether his father truly remained oblivious to her true identity as his mate.Frustrated and overwhelmed by the intense desire she had ignited within him, Ace stormed to his room in a rush, desperate for a cold shower. He feared that if he didn't cool off, he would lose all control and rush downstairs to embrace her in his arms.But the blindfold though. Why was she blindfolded? he wondered. Did she think their home was a circus? He chuckled and then stopped. Why did he find her intriguing? He didn't expect her to have that much effect on him, it was exciting. Adrenaline rush! With Lydia, he had this feeling whenever they were behind closed doors. But this girl. She was something. Something he couldn't define.His mind was a whirlwind of emotions as he stepped into the shower and let the c
Alyssa couldn't focus on work with Ace's presence in the house. The way the scent of him surrounded her, drowning in her senses, the pressure of her responsibilities became too overwhelming and suffocated her every breath. She knew she needed a leave. Seeking solace from the pressure, She summoned courage and asked the Alpha for a two-day leave. To her surprise, he granted her request without hesitation.She packed a bit of the stuff she'd be needing for two days and arranged the content in a small bag. She stood in front of the mirror and hesitated on whether to leave the blindfold on or remove it. Her mind wandered to Ace again; she couldn't control it. No matter how hard she tried not to think about him, whenever she remembered they were in the same house and she would always see him every day, she thought about him.She didn't know if she could go on with the mission although she didn't say so to Alpha Larole. They had already signed the contract which she couldn't turn back on. S
The door opened and Alpha Larole saw his son seated on the sofa in his office. At once, he knew that for Ace not to be in his own office then he must've come for an explanation. He had been giving him the cold shoulder ever since he arrived from the meeting and he knew it was none other than the fact that Alyssa was in their home. He had been waiting for the day he would demand explanations and he was sure the day had come."Young Alpha, what brings you to my office?" He asked as he sat in his office chair and observed his son."Can't I work in my father's office anymore, or am I prohibited?" Ace said, shutting down his Mac, and locked eyes with his father."I see…So how did everything go at the inter-pack conference?"Ace got on his feet, "I need an explanation."His heart pounded in his chest as he waited for his father to respond. He had never seen his father look so stern and so sober. His aura was oppressive. It was unnerving. The tension in the room was palpable, and Ace's mind
Alyssa felt a mix of excitement and nerves as she listened to her brother talk happily about the contest. He had been practicing for this contest for months, and winning meant everything to him. If he succeeded, not only would his salary increase, but he would also have the chance to become the gamma or even the beta one day."But who are you competing against?" Alyssa asked her brother, curious about his opponent."It's the Beta's son, Axel" he replied with a hint of determination in his eyes. "I know it won't be easy, but I'm ready to give it my all."Her heart sank at the mention of his name. Was Ethan crazy? Axel was a powerful person and she feared he might lose to him. That was someone who had probably been training right from when he was born. So as not to discourage him, she kept her worry to herself. He seemed so confident and optimistic in himself and all she could do was support him. Even if he failed, he would still be her hero.Thinking of the contest, it dawned on her. I
The sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the pack's celebration grounds. As the celebration continued, Ethan made his way back to her. He was exhausted yet elated, mixed emotions dancing in his eyes. Alyssa couldn't be more proud. He hugged her tightly. Ignoring the stench of sweat on him, she hugged him back tightly.She noticed how profusely he was sweating. She had seen him push himself to his limits, She knew he had trained relentlessly for this moment and she was proud his efforts weren't in vain."I did it, Ally. I made it to the finals," he whispered, his voice filled with disbelief and joy."Yes, you did," she replied, her eyes shining with tears of pride. "I always knew you could."She touched his cheek, concern etched on her face "Are you okay? Are you hurt?"Ethan chuckled "I'm fine is""The way you both charged at each other. I was almost afraid you would lose it, especially when you fell. I was worried you were hurt. I've been thinking about what the finals are
The afternoon light filtered through the curtains, gently caressing his face and rousing him from his slumber. Ace slowly opened his eyes, feeling disoriented as he tried to piece together the events from the night before. The migraine in his forehead made him groan in pain.He had worked tirelessly overnight to organize the files that had accumulated during his absence. It was past dawn when he was done with his work, that he had retired to his bedroom to sleep. He had barely been home in the last week due to the heavy workload, and he could feel the fatigue taking its toll on him.He lazily stretched in bed, wishing he could go back to sleep, but he was feeling light-headed. Forcing himself out of bed, he decided to take a refreshing shower probably it would help shake off the fatigue.As he searched for clothes in the closet, a pair of familiar arms snaked around him from behind, pulling him into a warm embrace. Ace smiled, recognising the touch instantly. It was his girlfriend."B
As Alyssa's vision blurred, her wolf let out a loud shrill in her mind and called out for Ace's wolf. Her eyes slowly closed as she lost consciousness as a consequence of the pain. Even though she hadn't joined the pack's mind link, her wolf's cry got access to Ace's wolf and he immediately detected it.He grabbed a bath towel and hurriedly tied it around his waist."What's wrong babe? Where are you going?" Lydia asked.Ignoring Lydia, he dashed out of the room and met Alyssa on the floor at his room's entrance, unconscious. Lydia peeked from behind him and scowled when she saw Alyssa. So Alyssa was the reason why he had left her in the bedroom in a hurry. She was pissed.Ace gently picked Alyssa from the floor and carried her carefully in his arms, into his bedroom against Lydia's disapproval. Lydia sulked, 'Why would Ace bring that slum into their bedroom? Why was he so kind to her?' She wondered.Ace placed Alyssa on the bed unaware of his girlfriend's angry expression. He gazed at
Alyssa's eyes fluttered open, her eyelids adjusting to her environment. Enveloped by Ace's intoxicating scent, she smiled as she closed her eyes and stretched in the bed.Something was different…probably it was because her bed felt softer than usual. She pulled the quilt up to her nose to inhale her mate's scent wondering how it got there.Julia's familiar snort interrupted her and her eyes sprang open almost immediately.She gasped when she realized she was in Ace's bedroom. What was happening, how did she get there? She raised the quilt and peered down. She heaved a sigh of relief when she saw she still had her gown on.She recalled the event that had happened and her heart ached again. Her wolf intervened and told her how Ace had saved her when she went unconscious, but Alyssa countered. It was Ace that was responsible for every pain that she felt.It was when she rubbed her eyes it occurred to her that she wasn't wearing her blindfold! 'Where was it?' She wondered as she searched