Amelia’s POVThe next morning.I wake up in the king-size bed in a new silk gown and stretch my body. Then I walk in front of the window and pull open the curtain, enjoying the sunshine in the morning.There’s breakfast warmed on the table. I open the lid, and my nose is graced by the smell of the hearty breakfast. I take the fork and begin to enjoy the best breakfast that I have ever had. If only I own this mansion!The breakfast is finished. Now it’s time to face the reality.I slump in the chair and sigh while rubbing my legs, which ache from running long miles.The memories of yesterday flood back, I was running like mad, chasing Bucks, running frantically for fear of being chased by Nyx…I shake my head, trying to blot out these memories. It’s a nightmare that I don’t want to relive.Nyx didn’t come here last night. I don’t know the reason. I thought he would come back. After all, he’s the one who insists I stay in the pack house. Forget about it. it’s the best if he can change h
Nyx’s POVAmelia looks up at me in surprise. Her eyelids are red and swollen. She must have cried yesterday. And this thought wrecks my heart.Last night, I had a drink with Duke. In a low mood, I got drunk and I didn't want to meet Amelia while smelling of wine. So I chose to stay in the room next to our bedroom. I miss her all night long. Now I see my little mate is having a bad time, too. I walk over with a bouquet. It’s made with flowers and diamonds. She’ll definitely like it. Her eyes light up when I raise the bouquet in front of her, but she doesn’t take it over. She’s still mad at me, but I won't give up.“Amelia, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t push you. I should've given you more time. I apologize for what I did and said yesterday. That’s just a spur of the moment.”“So what? You’re still gonna lock me in the bedroom.” She looks up at me with her watery eyes and purses her lips. It softens my heart and makes me want to kiss her.“Sorry, I won’t do that again,” I answer.She blinks
Amelia’s POVAfter days of staying together, I find Nyx less annoying.He insists that we sleep together in one bed. When he wakes up one morning and kisses me on my lips, my heart beats so fast that I forget to push him away.I’m falling in love with him inextricably and way out of control.This morning.I open my eyes and stretch my body, glancing around, Nyx isn’t here. After washing up, I walk downstairs in my sleep gown.He’s not in the living room. Where is he?I turn my head and find him in the kitchen.I stand outside the door and look inside. He stands in front of the countertop, with his back to me. He’s in an undershirt and pants with an apron on. He turns on the fire and puts a cube of butter into the pan. He’s frying a steak. The muscles on his arms and his broad back seem more sexually attractive as he cooks. The apron string tied at the back sets off his slim waist. My eyes are fixed on him.Soon, the sizzling sound and the smell of food work up my appetite. I’m hungry
Nyx’s POVThe next morning.When I open my eyes, I feel something is not right.It’s already 8:30.For this second, I snap out of it.I have a meeting at 8:30 am every Thursday.And as I think about it, the clock points to 8:31.I’m already late. I grab my phone and there are three unanswered calls and many messages. I cover my head in annoyance.I’ve been the alpha of the pack since I was eighteen, and this never happened to me except when I was hurt or ill. I know I need to perform my duty to the best if I want sincere respect from my pack members.And today…I should’ve restrained myself last night.Amelia is still sound asleep. She must be tired. I give her a kiss on the forehead and leave the bedroom on tiptoe. I get dressed within one minute, wash up for three minutes, and skip the breakfast. It’s 8:40 when I arrive at the door of the meeting room. God, I haven’t buttoned the top button of my shirt. I button it and check myself again.I take a deep breath and walk into the meet
Amelia’s POV“Can’t you stay for dinner?” I ask him. It’s Sunday afternoon, and he’s getting dressed. I choose a tie and wear it for him. Perfect!“Sorry, honey, I need to leave,” Nyx says. He looks perfect in the clothes I picked out for him. If only he stays here with me in this suit and tie.He is about to leave. I stop him by tugging at his suit. He turns around and sees me in curiosity.“You look so handsome tonight. Stay with me. You know today I’m turning twenty…” I purse my lips and mumble. He smiles at my reaction, leans over, and kisses me. By doing so, he also interrupts me.The kiss lasts for a minute. When he stops, I already forget what I’m going to say.“Honey, I really need to leave. I have an important meeting. And I’ll stay out late. No need to wait for me tonight.” He kisses me on the forehead and leaves soon.I stare at the door of the bedroom, although he has already left.This is my birthday and all I get is a kiss, awesome!Twenty! I’m turning twenty! What more
Amelia’s POVAnother clerk comes over and eyes her. Then they start to whisper while covering their mouths. From time to time, they look at me and gloat.This makes me feel very bad. I’m the mate of the alpha, and even the clerks know something I don’t.“What party? What are you talking about?” I ask them.They exchange a look and lower their heads, keeping silent and refusing to give me an answer.This irritates me. “As the mate of the alpha of your mate, I’m asking you, what party are you talking about?”A clerk raises her head reluctantly, “It’s the full moon ceremony party. It’s the most important event of the pack and everyone…”Suddenly, another clerk nudges her.She immediately “I mean, most of the pack members will join the party.”And Nyx is definitely there. But he told me that’s an important meeting. Why didn’t he just tell me it was a party? Why did he lie to me?I need to find out.I put all this stuff back in the showcase except the birthday cake. I pay the bill and turn
Nyx’s POVWhy does Eva keep glancing outside while we’re dancing? What’s in there?As we swirl, I get the dance to look outside the window. But I see nothing.Weird.As I dance, all I’m thinking about is Amelia. What is she doing there? Will she miss me? She asks me to stay with her, but I reject her with a false excuse. And here I am, dancing with Eva.I think she told me something, but I didn’t hear it clearly. I’ll ask her what’s that thing when I come back.Before the ceremony, both Duke and I agree this is the best way. But now I begin to doubt myself, is it really the best way?Whatever, the lie has been told. I’ll tell her everything and make up for her after the ceremony. “It’s just a dance. It will end soon,” I say to myself.I make a point of not touching Eva’s body with my hand in the air, but Eva relentlessly moves closer to me. This makes me annoyed, but I can’t do anything in front of so many people.God, this is a long dance.***********Amelia’s POVI turn around and
Nyx’s POVFinally I’m back. The partying of the night exhausts me.I stand outside the door and look at the window of my bedroom. The lights are off. She must have fallen asleep.I’ll level with her tomorrow morning.I look down at the small jewelry case in my hands. I'll put it beside her pillow so that she can see it when she wakes up tomorrow morning. I can't wait to see her excited smile.I open the door and walk. I slow down so I don’t make any noise. And there’s no need to open the lights. I have excellent night vision. I walk upstairs and slowly open the door of the bedroom.And my eyes meet Amelia’s in the darkness. She sits on the sofa, waiting for me motionless, like a sculpture.I’ve told her not to wait for me. Shouldn’t she fall asleep now?I walk over and put the box in her hands.“Why don’t you have the lights on? I got you a …”Before I’m finished, Amelia waves her hand, and the gift falls.It falls on the carpet and doesn’t make a large sound, but it stings my ear and