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Chapter 208: 'I tried to ignore it'
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ROSEStumped. I was stumped beyond words. I couldn’t feel a thing—I don’t know what to feel. Relief? Sadness? Resentment? ‘I can’t do this.’ Was all I could manage. It was barely audible, meant for myself, but the Alpha King caught it. With his super abilities. ‘What?’ He grabbed my wrist. ‘You can’t be serious. The ceremony is starting soon, blast it!’ I couldn’t shake his grip off. Yet I know very well that I don’t want to be here anymore. I can’t be here. I don’t belong here. I’m not… I’m not a werewolf. He deserves my sincerity. ‘I’m sorry, Keithen.’ Slowly, he straightened, his fingers still latched around me. ‘What happened to ‘Keithen’s mine’?’ This time his voice was hoarse with pain. ‘That was before I knew we were mates, right?’ I smiled. He watched me meaningfully. ‘So you’re saying you want to reject me.’ All of a sudden, he looked cold and menacing—just as when we first met. Reject? I blinked hard. Words of Perri flooded in. No. If I rejected Keithen, he’d be exil
Starstruck by the Alpha Chapter 210: He's Not Rum
ROSEAm I hearing things?‘Y-You really mean it?’ I read through the document once more, making sure that every word was printed and sealed in black against white.B.A.D taught me a hell lot. One second, you’d be a royal, and in the next a dumpster. I need to make sure it's not a dream. Jewel Virtus did hire me as a full time stylist, and she had just handed me my first major assignment: Richard Black, a model turned actor—and the next big star of Virtus Talent agency. ‘This isn’t Disney. And I’m not an NPO,’ replied the Director curtly with the cold gaze of a businesswoman. Shame seared my cheeks. But before I could apologise, the slender finger flicked in a dismissive tone, like an executioner’s axe condemning me. Jesus, Rose, what were you thinking blurting out a question like that? Of course, she means it! She wants a stylist with ideas that can be plucked out of the air anytime. Not some eighteen-year-old with the insecurities of a Disney princess. I searched the Director’s
Starstruck by the Alpha Chapter 211: 'I have you now... I'll do even better.'
KEITHENI couldn't believe my ears. ‘A villain’s role?!’ I slammed both hands on the CEO’s desk. ‘What happened to the male lead? I'm the Best Rookie of the year, Goddess blast it!’‘Best Rookie?’ Good ol' Dan stared back with aghast, steamed up like a volcano. A fat finger shot out like a gun aimed at my forehead. ‘You son of a bitch put my ass out there to dry!’ Saliva pewed like hot rocks. ‘Do you have any idea what you've caused me? All the endorsements. Not to mention all the loss that comes with it! If you weren’t the nephew of a king, you wouldn’t be standing here talking to me!’The lump of embarrassment in my throat thickened. But I need to suck this up and go, or I'll lose Rose to some wannabe asshole! Gritting my teeth, head hanging like a wilted flower, I said, ‘Okay, I'm sorry I left without notice.’‘Goddamn right you did.’ The old geezer slumped defeated in his bosschair, but his knuckles were hard and white against the edge of his desk like a deathly reminder to not
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ROSEThe strong grip around my wrist, and then two round, brown eyes of a handsome face stared back like a frightened deer. ‘Where are you going?’ asked Richard, his voice softer than usual but slightly nervous. ‘To get coffee,’ I replied without hesitation. And the grip loosened. He was smiling again. ‘I-I thought you were leaving me.’ I chuckled to dispel the awkwardness. I've never met a celebrity this clingy. ‘Technically, I am. There’s no coffee machine. So I thought to pop out for a cuppa,’ I said as my fingers nimbly adjusted his black collared shirt and smiled. ‘Do you want one?’ He nodded. ‘Latte with flower print and vanilla syrup.’ Is that he… pouting?‘Gotcha.’ I paused and looked down—he was holding my hands again—both, this time. ‘Err, you need to let me go first, Richard.’ Reluctantly, he let go. ‘Come back quick, okay?’ Err, okay? I nodded cautiously. Then, I patted his shoulder in reassurance. He flashed his charming boyish smile before returning apologetica
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ROSE‘That’s who it was!’ Joy shrieked, jolting closer as the chocolate chip ice cream melted nicely across my tongue. ‘For a moment, I thought it was Ru—.’ Her smile froze like the first witness of a car crash and then she hastily said, ‘Rambo.’‘Rambo? As in Stallone?’ I laughed knowingly and knowingly added, ‘Doesn’t he look more like Rum?’ Joy scooped from her bucket of vanilla ice cream and put it in her mouth, refusing to meet my gaze. ‘Anyway the guy’s pretty nice for a celebrity, isn’t he? Virtus Talent’s definitely better than B.A.---. That darn company you worked for the last time.’ ‘You mean B.A.D? Rum’s company?’ Another scoop of ice cream went into her mouth, then a smile touched my own lips.‘You can say his name, you know.’ I licked my spoon. And she smiled with a weak chuckle. ‘That was dumb of me.’ ‘You were being considerate. I know. That’s why I love you very much, Joy.’ I beamed at her, to reassure her that I was truly alright. I am. The dreams have stopped.
Starstruck by the Alpha Chapter 214: I'll Protect What's Mine
ROSE‘What are you doing here?’ I snapped. Why did I? Angry. Yes, I’m angry. But why? Because his appearance reminded me of the Moon Goddess, and all the stupid shit she’s put me through. Most importantly, he reminded me of how silly I had been, clinging onto something I thought was precious. It was precious because Rum—one who’s least likely to love me back—actually loved me as much as I did. Silly. Stupid. I had been played like a fucking fool, thinking that I was in love. It was just fulfilling a fucking prophecy—the deity’s fucking prophecy. He looked around to make sure that I was talking to him and then casually replied, ‘Taking a piss?’ Is he annoyed? What right does he have? I should be the one who’s pissed!Arms crossed, I lifted the tip of my nose and snorted, ‘Running away again, huh?’ Those same handsome brows raised in surprise, and that blue gaze bore through me, as though telling me: what’s it to you? What’s it to me?! I stepped forward, pushing my face to his and
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ROSE So it's been four days since the start of the shoot for the TV series….And Richard's been a complete pain in the back of my neck, whining like a kid each time he was given a break. I get it.The entire production team is made up A-listers: the director, the writer, the female lead, the supporting casts. Even the second male lead is a super sexy and charming, multi-talented award-winning actor. But, like I've told him, a million times, and I truly believe it, Richard has his strengths and he will shine! Goddamn it. How the hell do I make him believe that? If his sour face persists, we can forget about hitting any headlines by the time the shooting ends! I must do something about it. But what can I do? Stick to your job. The deep silky voice barked from the back of my mind. Argh! That damn Rum. Did he come back to ruin me? It must be! Why else did he show up now? Now when I'm about the hit the jackpot!‘Damn you, Rum!’ Hmm? That was my curse. But it wasn't my voice. So
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KEITHEN Goddess damn it…. My head dropped between my knees. I need to grab something or the pounding inside my chest would literally kill me. ‘Ha, ha….’ Fingers combed through my hair, scraping hard to get a sensation from my numbed scalp, so I could tell myself this is real. It was all real. The way her lips quivered when I first touched them, and how they bounced back curving naturally to mine. That sweet taste of tangerine and nectar around her tongue—. I rubbed my face. Once. Twice. Thrice. Calm down…. My hands were trembling as they grabbed the back of my head, clutching fistfuls of hair, gripping tightly as though the clenching would eliminate the roaring waves of desire storming through me—and the shitty feeling of disappointment that came with it. I missed her more than I thought. Waves were slamming against my ribcage. Thrashing about. And the answer slapped my jaw. I need to get even closer. As long as she’s around me, I think I can get through another da
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ROSECarefully, I picked up my iPad and the impatient phone and turned towards the exit of the office. I thought to answer the call once I’m outside, but it stopped buzzing. So I moved cautiously towards the elevator, when it arrived just as I halted to push the button for it. The doors opened and my handsome Alpha King appeared, worried as hell. ‘Why didn’t you answer my call?’ he demanded.I rolled my eyes. ‘Because I’m getting through a door with this.’ I pointed at my huge belly. He was about to carry me like a bride when I slapped his hands away. ‘Stop it!’ I hissed. ‘You want everyone to know?!’ ‘Wheelchair. If you ever missed my call again.’ He stepped aside for me to enter the metal carrier. ‘Alright, alright…’ I chuckled. ‘So how was it?’ He asked, glancing at my iPad. ‘Did she approve it?’ ‘No.’ I sighed. ‘It’s too extravagant. The actress specifically asked for more grounded styles. She wants people to relate more to acting than her beauty.’ And Keithen scoffed. ‘Goo
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ROSE‘... the winner of this styling face off is—.’ The emcee’s eyes rolled left to right repeatedly as he read the card. His brows knitted as a mutter of disbelief spilled from his mouth, ‘Annie from B.A.D.’ My insides sank to the deepest parts of my spirit. ‘YES!’ Annie shrieked out victoriously. With a smugful grin, she cast a look of condemnation in my way. ‘I told you she’s a fake! She can’t style at all! Extraordinary—ha!’ That was… … unexpected. I thought I had a good chance. I really did read Miss Jewel’s comments wrongly. ‘Oh! The main judge has something to say!’ The emcee shoved Annie aside to make way for the retired supermodel, Jinda Avengelistford, who gracefully took the centrestage at an astounding height of six feet. ‘Based on the styling standards, Miss Annie has met every single one.’ She turned to the head of B.A.D.’s styling team and flashed a warm smile. ‘It was exciting—your unexpected. There is still a difference between professional and personal styling.
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ROSEBANG, BANG, BANG!I stared at the door, unable to breathe. Unable to stop the tears. Unable to shut him out. ‘OPEN THE DAMN DOOR, ROSE!’ thundered the Alpha King. ‘YOU BETTER GIVE ME AN EXPLANATION RIGHT NOW!’ Hands clamped my ears. My head kept shaking in disagreement. My chest screaming: go away! Please, go away! ‘I know you’re in there! Open the fucking door!’ The banging continued. The same hands now clamped my mouth. To stop me from telling him to stop. Stop the noise, or someone will report him to the police. You’re a fucking celebrity! Stop it, Keithen!‘I’m counting to three. No open door, and I’ll fucking shift right here! Hear that, Rose? Footsteps! People are coming out. They’ll see me—.’ The hands were back on my ears. Shutting out his voice. My feet shuffled back, away from that enraged door. Hide. Go and hide, my mind told me. And I did. I scampered back to my room and slammed the door shut. Locked it. Then backed away, towards my bed. The second my calves bum
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