GIA O'LEARYHis eyes regarded mind ridiculously. My question was somewhat puzzling and it got him puzzled.“Why will you do that for me?’’ I asked again, hoping to exclude the required clarity until my intentions hit the balance.“I don't get it. You don't want me to?’’ He was unsure if I was telling him not to help me or not.“I'm asking why you are bent on keeping me even if you're completely aware of me. What I am.’’ I surprisingly maintained contact with his eyes. Something I struggled the whole of two days with, I was currently doing it effortlessly.
GIA O'LEARY I blinked. Blanked and stunned by the lady's unexpected sudden outburst. ‘‘You haven't changed one bit, have you?’’ Alpha Levi spat irritatedly. “I've missed you.’’ She blurted out. I was forced to move a bit aside from Alpha Levi's towering frame which obstructed my view of the scene. The lady's gaze adverted to me instantly. “W-who is she and what are you doing here…with her?’’Without responding, Alpha Levi snatched my wrist. I watched the lady's gaze swat to his grip with something like horror flashing in her eyes. “Did you get all you need?’’ Alpha Levi asked, his eyes never leaving the lady. I was lost in the middle of the drama. Just what in the hell was going on right now?“Y-yes,’’ I answered partly absentmindedly. “Then let's leave.’’ Without waiting for my response, he turned and pulled me out with him.I almost stumbled on my dress while trying to catch up with his speed. The lady's voice calling after him didn't help matters either. Alpha Levi sorted t
GIA O'LEARYI took slow calculated steps behind Redrine, my heart pulsating like it would rip off my chest soon.I couldn't contain the scary image of Alpha Levi's frame over me.What more constituted a honeymoon if not that? Sex. Never did I dream of having my first sex so soon, especially not with a man I barely got to know three days ago.“Greetings, Alpha.’’ Redrines' voice cut into my thoughts. Have we gotten to the dining area already yet?My heart stroked as I lifted my gaze to meet Alpha Levi seated at the head of the small table for four occupants.“I'll tak
LEVI EDELMAN I flipped through the pages, looking for the page I had ended my previous reading. I almost missed it when a knock came on the door, distracting my focus. I swatted my gaze to the door. It creaked, and Alan showed up behind it. His eyes regarded my gaze, seeking permission to step in before approaching me. Alan was my beta and best buddy. We lived like siblings from little when his father used to be my father's beta until now. He knew my insides and out, and oftentimes he provided the advice for the steps I took. ‘‘You good?’’ He asked as he approached my table. “Hm.’’ I simply responded.He grabbed himself a seat before me. Although I had my gaze fixed on my book I could still see him watching me intensely through my peripheral.“You don't look it through.’’ He remarked, running his hands through the stuff on the study table. One would think he was actually in search of something and not just messing around right now. Reluctance clung unto me like a coat as I forci
GIA O'LEARYI didn't realize a huge smile wrapped my face until I heard Redrine’s chuckles behind me.“You look beautiful, Luna. You've got the smile of a beauty.’’ She flattered.“Okay, let that be the end of your flattery for today.’’ I rolled my eyes, standing from the pretty violet flower I had bent to inhale.“I'm being serious, Luna.” She urged, following behind me as we walked further into the garden.“Is that rose flowers over there?’’ I pointed at the small section of red flowers a few steps away, excitement budding in my stomach at the thought o
GIA O'LEARY Keegan mentioned something about coming around today to hand the virgin herb for Alpha Levi's revival process to me. How could I have forgotten?“He insisted on seeing you, and left when he couldn't.’’ The man added. My eyes grew wide, turning over to regard him. “You were asleep, the maid couldn't have woken you up.’’ He twitched his shoulders, leaving another thrill of surprise over me. They were really being serious right now? Seems I underestimated the credibility of Luna's position, but Keegan wasn't going to take it that way. He must have gotten so mad at me. “I'm not saying you shouldn't have slept. I'm saying your father, the priest, could have handed whatever he wanted to give you to anyone else right?’’ It wasn't just me. There was a hint of sarcasm and something close to suspicion in his question and almost squinting gaze. Who the hell was this man?‘‘By any chance, are you aware of what he was going to give to me?’’ I asked, folding my arms across my che
GIA O'LEARYRedrine escorted me to the dining area. I breathed out silently in relief to see Alpha Levi already seated at the head of the table.I remained by the door and trailed my gaze around his face for any unusual feature, but his hair didn't allow me any access since he gazed downwards into his phone.“Is there a problem, my lady?’’ Redrine asked in a whisper. I had almost forgotten she still stood behind me.“No, it's fine. You may leave now, get out the meal.’’ I whispered back, watched her bow and leave, before returning my gaze to watch Alpha Levi.
LEVI EDELMAN I watched Gia pull into an abrupt halt. No, actually I'd had my eyes on her the whole time Keegan passed the instructions concerning my servings of the virgin herb. I left her to face Keegan. His eyes are plain cold and void of any emotions. At times I wondered if he always saw the spiritual beings before his eyes that had turned him so serious and never wearing a smile. Little wonders he managed to leave Gia in a tight position. ‘‘Did you hear me, Alpha?’’ He asked when I didn't give him any replies. “I need to speak to you as well, Keegan.’’ I relaxed back on my chair, stylishly disapproving of his request. Gia didn't seem pleased with the idea of sharing a private discussion with Keegan, but that wasn't why I declined him. We had just discussed Keegan possibly having an ulterior motive last night, Alan and I. That was the actual drive behind my decline and in fact my involvement in the whole meeting. ‘‘If that be the case, then who am I to question the Alpha’s p
LEVI ELDERMANKeegan breathed out heavily, retracting to take a seat, while my eyes followed his every move.There was only one reason I told him this. To reconduct a connection ritual.I understood that this was the punishment I needed to face for the evils of my father, but was I meant to die in it? The goddess could have at least spared Tesla the ability to perceive my mate.It'd been seven years already since this whole mishap began. It was my last year of living already, and still nothing yet. If I was going to die this miserably, then she could have taken my life as an infant.
KEEGAN O'LEARYGia stiffened. She had indeed been missing the Alpha's dosage. She must not be aware of the consequences that lay with messing with the process. The penalty that awaited her if the virgin herbs didn't take the propounded effect.I had offered a ninety percent assurance, boldly stating that the process would be alternatively ineffective if the maiden wasn't indeed pure and holy as requested of the goddess.This was the actual reason behind putting my daughters forward.After a series of debates, the elders had suggested I put out my daughters from which the Alpha should choose his desired maiden, since it was a well-acknowledged fact in the pa
LEVI EDELMANI dressed in new shorts and shirt and headed out. I paused when I heard voices from an empty room, and the owners of the voices went quiet immediately.I retracted, pushed the slightly opened door wider, and peeped in.Maddison stood with a maid, both staring at me. They had probably noticed my shadow when I paused earlier.“Levi?’’ Maddison called, advancing forward as if she just recognised me.The maid made a bow to me, lowering her face to the floor.“What are you doing h
GIA O'LEARYI turned off the hair dryer when I thought I heard a knock. It came again, but with Redrine’s voice following this time.“Luna, it's me.’’“Come in, Redrine…’’ I'd barely finished my statement when she rushed in, leaving me alarmed.“What is it?’’“I'm sorry if I startled you. It's just, your father the priest is here. You haven't given the Alpha his morning dosage yet.’’ She reported.“Keegan is here?’’ I asked, like I didn't hear he
ALAN WOODS Maddison’s gaze never left Levi until he was completely out. She'd focused on feeding him since the beginning and didn't get enough meals herself. Now he was out, and she finally had the chance to eat up, but she was busy picking on her meal with her mind completely gone. Gia finished up and stood. Just like I had imagined, Maddison stood up after her immediately. I dropped my fork. “I'll go with you,’’ Maddison stated. It was more of a command than a request. “Go with me to?’’ Gia asked, puzzled. “I don't even need to do that, I can just get there myself.’’ She ignored Gia, pulling away from her chair.“Maddison,’’ I called her to a halt. “We have a discussion.’’“On whose consent?’’ She spat. The manner in which she glared at me set flames on my resentment for Levi. “I didn't get the chance to tell you about it until now.’’ I swallowed hard. Gia let out a silent scoff, pulling out of her chair and walking out, ignoring Maddison’s glaring eyes that trailed her move
GIA O'LEARYI felt completely grateful when I noticed the red aventador I came in with Alan hours ago, waiting securely under the sun.My cheeks were beginning to hurt at the numerous exchange of pleasantries with lots of the guests since Levi held such a high position that demanded recognition among the state representative members.I flung my legs weakly against my heels, wanting nothing but to get my ass in the car and take off the heels. Thankfully Alan waited patiently for me, I couldn't be more grateful.I placed light knocks on the tinted glass as I appreciated the car. I was going to smile brightly and express my appreciation to Alan as I heard the locks click open, but he was a jerk.
ALAN WOODS“I want Gia away from the Alpha,’’ Keegan repeated, resting his back against the sofa with nothing but plain seriousness in his eyes.I adjusted on my seat, clearing my throat as I presented the only question that swirled in my mind.“Is there a reason why you so desperately want Gia out of the place? Something I should know?’’ I squinted.His humor dead eyes came down on me, and I almost flinched.“I mean like….’’ I tried saying.“It's not a desp
ALAN WOODSMoments later, her unmistakable footsteps grew louder as she approached. I pushed my neck to confirm her figure through the rearview side mirror, and a breath escaped my nostrils.“Hope I didn't take too long?’’ She spoke as she took her seat beside me, shutting the door to look at me.I said nothing and started the engines. She knew better than to press on and quietly went for her seat belt. I started the engines and we were on the road in no time.“I didn't realise you were injured yesterday. You didn't look it though.’’ Gia suddenly spoke, breaking the peaceful silence that reig
GIA O'LEARYI reflected, a little lost on her words since she spoke in a stifled mumble. I couldn't make proper sense of what she said and asked again.‘‘What did you say?’’“It's nothing, Luna.’’ Clearing her throat, she turned over to pack up the first aid kit. “I'm really sorry for making you go through this. I'll be more careful next time.’’ She stood, bowed, and left in one minute.My lips dropped open as she shut the door. I could swear I heard her mention Alan's name, but what Alan's name had gotten to do with Redrine I asked her about was what I couldn't place.