SEBASTIAN SALVATORE DE LUCAThe room was dimly lit as i twirled a cup of bourbon in my hand, the liquid in the glas scup glistening under the light it relefcts as my eyes followed its every move, and yet, instead of focusing on the alcohol or its buzz in my system, all i could think of was her.Of my so called mate, or the mate i rejected anyways.Of Leila Miller. Matt's now ex girlfriend and my ex mate as well.I found myslef flicking my eyes eyes shut as memories of her flooded in my head, like a broken casette it played in my mind, replaying the scene that transpired between us starting from that night at the club, that night i had her in my arms and nearly lost control, and would have comitted something i would be terribly regretting now.I am not one to lose control, i never have. And yet, that night, i did, almost entirely.I have always prided myself as a man of honor and patience, never swayed by women, at least not enough to mess with my senses. Indulge in pleasure, sure, but
SEBASTIAN SALVATORE DE LUCA.She went to the rest room, and i waited outside for her to finish before stepping out. While i stood there, there were a couple of people that stumbled over, both men and women, attempting to go in the direction however, the moment they see me, they all came to their senses and a glare was enough to have them scrambling away, no longer going in the direction.Despite it not being my pack, i doubt there is any one that does not know me. I have businesses here, and i tend to come every once in a while so all the people know who i am, and knew not to mess with me. If you ask me why i chased them from going in while she is there, i cannot say as well. I just felt the need to do it, and so i did.She came out soon enough, and one glance at her, i knew she was hammered. It made sense because drank quite a lot, and by the looks of it, she does not have a high tolerance level for alcohol. Standing in front of her, i even intentionally made her bump into me, and sh
MATT WILDE.Leila was banished my Uncle, and my Alpha eager to please him as always, allowed that to happen. I thought i was onboard with it as well, after all, this is what i have always wanted, i was looking for a way to chase her away so i can be with Faye. Her only use all this while was to give blood to Faye, but since she was not willing to do anymore, there was no point keeping her any more. She is a good lay too i admit, but she does not compare to my Faye in any other place. I would find another source of blood for Faye, i did not care about Leila in the slightest. At least, that was what i thought until she actually left, and a feeling of emptiness began to take root within me almost immediately, her abscence ringing in every spot in the house that i have lived with her for two years in. I have never realized it, but Leila made the house a home, there was a bit of her in every corner of the house, effortlessly she had left imprint of herself in ways i did not even realize s
MATT WILDE."Frankly speaking, i do not understand why you will be affected by her leaving truly," Faye continued, in a dismissive tone that had a bitter edge to it. "I am probably over thinking this, right?" She then threw the question at me, with a brow arched and a look that told me i better agree to her latter statement. But, i was not sure what she was talking about exactly any more. I had zoned out for a moment thinking she saw through me, and that i was just thinking of Leila and her abscence prior to her arrival.So, i did the only thing that could get me out of this situation. "Hmm, you said what?" I blinked, trying to get her to repeat her words so i would know how to reply.her eyes narrowed slightly, obviously not liking how i had zoned out on her speaking, but she did not prod. Instead, she then repeated what i assumed were her earlier words. "I am overthinking this, right?" She repeated, "You were not thinking about that woman, nor missing her presence around here, righ
MATT WILDE."What do you mean?" I found myself asking in response to her statement, finding it hard to understand some of the words which Faye utters. She can be mysterious sometimes.Her smile did not waver, "Nothing," She shook her head instead. "I am just saying, i have a feeling your Uncle will meet the perfect woman for him sooner or later."I hummed, then shrugged. "I do not really care about that. In fact, let us stop talking about all that for now. And instead," My hands dropped down to her waist again, pulling her closer to me and eliminating the space between us. My lips brushed hers, and i found myself whispering against her lips. "How are you feeling now?" I asked, referring to her sickness.She pulled back from me, offering me a warm smile. "I am much better now," She said, then gestured to herseself. "Are you sure?" My brows drew in worry, my lips curling down into a deeper frown. "I will figure out a way to get you blood from someone else if i have to. Anything to get
LEILA MILLER.It has been two long years since I left my pack but I still remember my way around it, not so surprisingly. After all, it is my home and where I grew up and lived my entire twenty years of life, until I left it two years ago for Matt, way too certain then that I was chasing my happily ever after and that I would have no regrets. Now, two years have passed, and as I ran through the forest, not once stopping since I packed up my stuff and left Matt's pack, all I felt was bitterness that threatened to swallow me as a whole as I made my way further into the forest--with no fear of the danger that lurks, or what could possibly await me on the way. Perhaps, I would have been scared if I was someone else, but I really am not--The Leila Matt knew and every one else in the pack knew is not the one his Uncle and the members of their pack knew is not the same person I am, not who I really am and I seemed to have forgotten who I am too deep down. The journey from Matt's pack to my
LEILA MILLER.Dylan Miller, ever so charismatic and calm, is the epitome of the eperfect example of a ladies' man--not because he whores around, but because he has the look and the attitude enough to pull him a number of ladies as he so desires. But, he is ever the stoic and intimidating official as well, and quite frankly, the most over protective and overbearing person I know.Also who happens to be none other than my dearest, and beloved elder brother. Hope you note the sarcasm, though only to a certain extent. He really can be the sweetest person there is out there. And in that moment, the moment i changed into the change of outfit provided for me, i stepped out from behind the the tree, looking at the oversized sweat pants and the hoodie that he handed to me, which is heavy with his scent. He, along with all the otehr guards had their backs turned to me, but even with so i allowed the sounds of my footsteps approaching them and my voice that followed signify me being done. "You
LEILA MILLER.The walk back to the pack house where my family resides feels so utterly nostalgic, because as Dylan and I strolled there, I could not help but take in how much my pack has changed in the past two years. Considering it was night time, most of the people had retired back to their various homes, but there were still some left littering around, still keeping the place very much lively. Dylan and I took the path where we did not ahve to run into any one, or have any one see us, and I was grateful for that because I am not quite ready to see or speak to any one yet, at least not without seeing my parents and reuniting with them. "So much has changed," I found myself whispering, as I took in the buildings and every thing else--there is still some familiarities from how it was back then, but the changes were evident as well.To think this is the place I grew up and spent the past eighteen years of my life, and now back as a twenty year old, it felt too different, like a place
LEILA MILLER."Miss Miller." Ian gave me a nod of acknowledgement, his lips curling into a teasing smile as he gave me a nod. "A dance, please?" He extended a hand out to me, hoping I would take it.I shook my head, unable to hide the smile on my face. "Of course, Alpha Abbot. How can I turn you down?" I stretched my hand out, carefully placing it in his, and his hand instantly wrapped close around mine, wrapping it in its warmth. Ian gently pulled me into his arms, one hand going to rest on the small of my back while the other held my hand. Then, carefully, we started to sway to the music, side to side, slower than when I danced with the others which I very much appreciated because my feet were aching. "And please," I found myself saying, finding his gaze. "Just call me Leila. I prefer you call me that." Miss Miller feels too formal--a name that would be used by those I am not particularly close to. Ian on the other hand, though I am not close to him, I feel is better than a strang
LEILA MILLER Everyone in the hall clapped in acknowledgement, but I think I broke some people because they all seemed too frozen in their position in shock. Two people in particular. One, Matt fucking Wilde. And two, Sebastian asshole de Luca. Oh and of course, Anastasia who watched with a mouth that fell open, it nearly touched the ground. If I was close, I would have reached out and helped her close it because with the way it was wide open, something might actually fly into it. Though I think I would love to see her face as she chokes really. I ignored them, grinning as Pa turned around to face me. “My princess,” he started, “My daughter. Happy birthday.” He reached out and wrapped his arms around me, pulling me into his embrace. “Thank you, Pa,” I leaned into his embrace, loving how secure and protected I felt being in his arms. And then he pulled back after a while, Ma coming in next as she pulled into her embrace. “Happy birthday, honey.” She said, giving my back a pat.
LEILA MILLER.Pa's words had everyone keeping shut, the entire hall becoming so quiet, a pin drop could be heard. It turned still, breaths held in anticipation, as curious eyes looked around the room, as if the birthday girl would mysteriously show up. I pushed Sebastian away from me, my heart hammering behind my ribcage so loudly I feared he would be able to hear it, and thankfully, he did not hold back, letting me get back up on my feet though his strong arms remained around me to ensure I was standing on my feet steadily. But, he did not move away, and instead stood beside me, almost protectively. My gaze fell on a fuming Anastasia who tried to fake a smile on her face but it was not working.She was rather glaring between Sebastian and I. Still, she forced a smile on her face, her lips curling uowards almost robotically before she then parted her lips and said. "Sorry. My hand slipped." She said, her apology half baked.I scoffed. As if. Who is she trying to fool?My scoff seemed
SEBASTIAN SALVATORE DE LUCA.The Millers sent out an invitation to their birthday party, and they allowed me to take two guards of my choice, and a plus one. Now, rationally, I chose to go with Eric and Drake, leaving Xavier and my Delta to look after the pack. And for a plus one, I really did not want to take anyone. But apparently my health status was still in jeopardy. I did not believe it before, but when I started getting dizzy out of the blue, it became apparent that there might be a need of Anastasia closeby, which was why I had to take her with me as well. I already Drake in the background searching for a good toxicologist doctor as well that would fill in for her. And once I get one, which i am hoping would be soon, I would have, then she would be out of the picture. I could not keep her around any longer, and I know what I am saying. It already is a stretch having her here. The Millers decided to host it at one of their hotel's grand halls, a smarter choice than having a
LEILA MILLER.Truly, why was I not surprised to see her in his arms? She was with him that night as well. I still remember what was said that night at the fundrasing gala, something about them being together before. I guess, they got back together, and I no longer matter. That must have been why he ignored my messages and calls. Great, just great.On the other hand, I could feel Matt's piercing gaze on me as well, but that was the least of my concerns. I moved my gaze away from either of them, holding my head up as Ian and I walked past them, and we made our way to a table amidst theirs, one where I spotted the Abbot name tag sitting there nestled perfectly. My brows drew in surprise, and I found myself leaning forth to ask him. "Who are you exactly?" I could not help but ask, because by all indications, he is a very important person to get front row seat, but I could not remember where I must have heard his name before or heard of him.Ian folded his lips in for a moment. "Yeah, a
LEILA MILLERRecognition dawned on me as I remembered the familiar face and scent, the memory of our meetup clicking in my head like missing puzzles of a jigsaw. It was as if something in my mind clicked, and in an instant, I was taken back to where I knew him from, and how we met. The man outside my apartment that day, the one I hid behind when evading my brother’s beta as I ran away. I had only been with him for that brief moment I hid behind him, using him as a shield until I made my way out of the apartment building. We did not even speak, at least I told him that I owe him one, and then ran off before he could say a thing.I did not think much into it, I just thought that if by some chance we run into each other, I owe him one for helping me that day. But of all the places I thought we would ever cross paths, my birthday party was not one of it.What is he doing here? And who is he?My confusion only grew when he offered me a warm smile, and then he helped me get back on my feet
LEILA MILLER.The birthday party was set to take place in on Eid the hotels our company has. They initially wanted to host it at the pack, but they figured it would be a high security risk to allow so many people into our pack lands. So, they decided to have it in the city, which is practically no man’s land, a place where all the guests would feel much more at ease being as well.Ma and Pa left earlier, as they wanted to arrive and welcome the guests first. We were supposed to go with Dylan, but his Beta came to accompany us instead because Dylan apparently had an unexpected work call that came through so he would be joining us later.Gracie seemed a bit disappointed when she heard that but she did not let it show for long. All I could do was offer her smiles of encouragement and assure her that he will be around later, and it will be worth it when she sees his reaction.The drive to the hotel seemed too much longer than I would wanted it to be. Or perhaps I was just too stuck in my
LEILA MILLERBy the time Gracie and I had our makeup and hair done, we had basically transformed into more beautiful versions of ourselves. Personally, I know I am beautiful, and I own it, but in that moment, I could not help but stare at my reflection in awe.Who is that beauty? She’s is so fine.I glanced at Gracie, who was staring at her reflection as well, her lips parting as she fan over herself. She truly looks good. Her usual glow and ambience these past few days was dimmed, making her glow disappear but it was back in that moment.I could tell she felt that as well judging from the way her eyes seemed to have this glint as she stared at herself in awe.I parted my lips, and then threw in an earnest comment. “We are about to have my brother down on his knees.” I stated, because I just know it. I gave her low whistle. “Damn girl, you are getting some tonight, even if I find it disgusting to even think about my brother doing such things…” I shuddered, before I grinned and then ad
SEBASTIAN SALVATORE DE LUCA."DAMN IT! WHY CAN'T ANY OF YOU FIND HER?!" I yelled, pushing away the content on top of my work desk, sending them flying across the room as I heaved out heavily, my hands tightening around the edge of the table, my knuckles turning white. From behind me, I could feel them exchanging looks amongst themselves. They were quiet for a while, and then Eric's cautious voice came as he took a step forward. "Alpha, she could be well for all we know...""Then why can't you find her?" I snapped, turning around to look at him as I gritted my teeth, my nose flared. "Huh? Why can't any of you find her anywhere if you are so sure she is alright?!" It has been hours since I woke up, and there has not been a single second where my mind was not flooded with the thought of Leila. I went to her house earlier, and I have waited there for a while, but there was no answer on the other end. I had to check in with the receptionist, but she said Leila has not been around in days