CHAPTER TWO

Chapter 2

LEO’S POV

My eyes slowly fluttered open and for the first time in a very long time, I slept soundly. However, I could vaguely recall my good time with a lady in the club. Even the sheets reminded me of her smell. Unfortunately, she was nowhere around me. I was confused and seeing how strong her scent was, I could tell that she left not too long. 

I tried my best to recall how I got here and it suddenly occurred to me. I was brought here by a friend, got drunk and he made me crash in one of the private lounge. 

‘Some friend you are, Jared.’ I thought to myself as I put on my clothes and left the lounge. However, I needed to know who that woman was. I couldn’t stop thinking about her and how great last night felt. 

“Hey man, you’re awake…” Jared greeted with a smile as I walked out of the club. I sighed and raised a brow.

“What was that about?” I questioned and the latter patted my back.

“Come on man. Don’t be like that. I was just helping out a friend in need. Tell me, didn’t that help?” he asked and I only gave him an unamused gaze. However, I couldn’t deny that his actions last night didn’t help me cool off. 

“Don’t ever do that again. I’ll have your head if you do.” I warned and he laughed.

“Surely, you jest. But that’s alright. I’ll be careful from now on.” He replied. 

“Good. Also, I’d like to know who that lady was.” I said, but an amazed smile appeared on his face.

“Ooh… so even you cannot resist her charms. Haha… as expected. She is the core of this club. No man has ever touched her without asking for more. It’s why I value her.” He claimed and I scoffed.

“Well, I’d like to have her.” I ordered and suddenly, the smile on  his face disappeared and he shook his head.

“No, can’t do.” He replied and I squinted my eyes.

“And why is that?” I grunted but Jared wasn’t giving up.

“Like I said earlier, she’s my ace in this club. You think I’ll get this number of customers if I give her to you. Just save your urges for another woman.” He claimed and I felt extremely offended. But I couldn’t do anything to him.

“Come on, Jared. Even after that stunt you pulled, you should try to take responsibility and pay me back, and I’m taking that girl.” I argued but he refused.

“Absolutely not, Leo. I can’t hand her to you. She’s my ace. I can give you any other woman you want, but definitely not her.” He refuted. I stared deeply into his eyes, hoping that he would come to a compromise but he didn’t .

“You talk like she’s your property or something. What would you do if she decides to leave?” I scoffed and Jared wanted to speak but hesitated.

“Well, that’s a different scenario. It’s her choice so if she chooses to leave then I’ll grant it. However, you want to take her by force.” He accused and my lips twitched.

“Huh? Who said anything about taking her by force?” I questioned and Jared scoffed.

“Wasn’t that your intention?” he asked and I couldn’t help but sigh.

“I did intend to take her… but I don’t force women to do my bidding. Either way, I will find her, whether you like it or not.” I said before walking towards my car, “Also, can you at least tell me her name?”

Jared smiled and waved to me, “Nope. Not even her customers know her name. They just call her Vixen,” he claimed, annoying me. But I guess I could do with that info for now. I started the car and the latter waved, “Good luck with finding her.” he blurted, but I didn’t bother with him and simply drove off. Meanwhile, I couldn’t get my mind off that girl. She was the best I had ever had, and I wanted to find her by all means possible. 

I pressed a button on my car and the automated assistant spoke. “What would you like me to do for you, Alpha Leo?” it spoke in a feminine voice which was neither friendly nor hostile, like an AI.

“Call Fred.” I ordered.

“Calling Fred.” it responded before placing a call to Fred, my Beta.

“Good morning, Alpha. I’ve been wondering where you were last night. Did anything happen sir?” he questioned with concern and worry in his voice. He is a very loyal man and my most  trusted subordinate. 

“Morning. I’d like you to look for someone for me.” I said.

“And whom might this person be?” he questioned.

“It’s a lady I believe to be in her mid or late twenties. Long back hair, silver eyes and about six foot tall. Extremely attractive too. She works as a stripper in my friend’s club and is called ‘The Vixen’. Jared won’t reveal her name to me, so I’m just going to have to look for her myself or wait for her to return to the club. Find her and inform me of hr location when you do.” I described and Fred affirmed.

“Yes, Alpha. I’ll do my best to find this person you speak of. At the same time, I have new for you.” he claimed and I got curious.

“What is it?” I questioned.

“It’s the council… they seem to be extremely displeased with you due to the lack of a mate.” he explained but I wasn’t surprised.

“That’s old news. Ignore them…” I replied with a casual tone, but Fred wasn’t finished yet.

“Sir, it’s not them who bother me. But it is those who wish to use this as an opportunity to overthrow you, and they seem to be gaining support from some of the other council members daily.” he claimed and my eyes squinted. A cold glint flashed through my eyes and my inner wolf grunted, but I suppressed its ‘excitement’. 

‘Interesting…’ I thought to myself before giving him orders, “Don’t do anything. Act like you are unaware of what is going on, but keep an eye on them. I’ll deal with them when I’m ready. Don’t forget the task I gave you.”

“Yes sir. I have men on the task already.” he claimed before hanging up.

‘Tsk… insolent old fools.’