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22: UNEXPECTED DINNER
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The Alpha’s reckoning 23: SNOWFLAKE
LISA’S POV“Hello love,” he whispers into my ear, his warm cinnamon breath invading my nose. Every nerve in my body screams to slap his hands away from my waist and move thirty feet away from him.But with the crowd’s eyes on me and the history we had, even though it was for a few weeks, I force a smile and gently unwrap his fingers.“Hi, Adam,” I grit out, barely concealing my irritation.“¿Cómo estás?” he whispers in Spanish, his voice sending unwanted shivers down my spine, to my core.“I’ve been good,” I respond stiffly. Once, I adored when he spoke Spanish to me. I thought he’d forgotten about that and me after our not-so-civilized breakup last year, which resulted in him moving to Kansas.One of Adam’s friends once mistakenly sent me a dress for some party they were having. It was during the third week of us dating, and the quads had been getting sick.And I was one of the three surgeons available surgeons in the hospital back then, plus we had to move out of our old apartment d
The Alpha’s reckoning 24: FAVORITE DAUGHTER
**LISA’S POV**Holding onto the railing tighter, I take deep breaths to calm my nerves. Opening my eyes, I scan the view, and my gaze lands on the backyard.I don’t think I should be acting like this. I’m supposed to be in the crowd, laughing and having fun with everyone in the backyard. Even the kids are mingling, and getting along better with people.“This is where you’ve been hiding, eh?” My lips twitch to the side as a smile spreads across my face when I hear the familiar thick Spanish accent.“Who said I’m hiding?” I turn to face the old man standing a few feet away from me. As usual, his brown hair with a few streaks of grey is slicked to perfection, and his black tux is tailored and fitted. If you didn't know better, you might think he’s a businessman or a mafia boss.Sergio never misses a chance to dress up. "What is a gentleman without his tux?" he’d say every time Jessica and I commented on him wearing a tux to occasions that didn’t require it, just like tonight, which is su
The Alpha’s reckoning 25: BROKEN PLATES
LISA'S POV"It's mine!" Sebastian yelled, shoving his brother.Before I could get down to the scene, everyone’s attention was on the kids—exactly what I didn't want to happen. I ran as fast as I could from the rooftop to the backyard, my heart pounding with each step."No, it's mine!" Sergio shouted back, pushing him harder. Sebastian tumbled into a pile of broken plates, the sound of shattering ceramic piercing the air.Great! Just the icing on the cake. Not only do I have to settle this fight, but now I have to deal with an injured child."Someone get a broom!" Jessica yelled, scooping up a crying Sebastian. His small hands were scratched and bleeding. Lola quickly led Sergio away, who was now visibly upset. I could feel the rage building up in my chest, making it hard to breathe.I let out an awkward chuckle, trying to diffuse the tension. "I’m so sorry about that," I said, kneeling down to pick up the glass pieces. The sharp edges were evident, and I stacked them carefully in one
The Alpha’s reckoning 26: CUPID
LISA'S POV"Your driver is here!" Jessica yelled, pulling me from where I was leaning against the car. Of course, the so-called driver is Adam. He strolled over with a sleeping Sara in his arms while Salvador walked beside him.The smug look on her face said everything. I should’ve known the driver would be Adam. I really don't understand her obsession with playing Cupid between me and her cousin.I don’t think matchmaking is something a twenty-six-year-old should be doing. For crying out loud.And it’s not like she doesn’t have work or other things to keep her busy—she does. But somehow, she always makes time for this side gig of hers. Now that I think about it, Jessica was the reason we dated in the first place.She kept suggesting crazy things and then backed them up by saying stuff like, "You guys have great chemistry.""Salvy love, get in the car. Mommy needs to have a word with Aunt Jessica," I said, pulling Jessica further away from Adam and Salvador."Before you say anything,
The Alpha’s reckoning 27: EARLY BIRD
LISA’S POVWhen I couldn’t make out what the text was supposed to mean, I swiped it away and dropped my phone on the nightstand in my room. The last thing I want is to overthink the text or start playing detective this late. I need to get some rest.I wanted to take this dress off even before I left the house earlier. Stripping out of the dress, I changed into a baggy t-shirt. With no energy to do my night routine, I fell into bed. Taking a deep breath, I closed my eyes, hoping for sleep to take its course.After a few seconds of peace, my phone chimed. With no intention of checking my phone, I hugged my pillow tighter. But then I heard another notification sound, and a few more followed. I let out a groan before reaching for the phone.There was another text from the unknown number and two messages from Jessica. I clicked on the messages from Jessica.Jessica: Li, Adam is back. (three angry face emojis) Jessica: Why is Adam back?!I didn’t have to see her face to know she was fumin
The Alpha’s reckoning 28: AVOIDING ME
LISA’S POV“What do you want to talk about?” Adam hands me a bottle of water as we sit on the bench.“Thank you,” I whisper, taking the bottle from him. I watch as he takes a sip from his bottle while I stay put, with no intention of opening mine. I don’t think I can drink water right now.“Everyone still thinks we are dating,” the words roll off my lips with much effort. I didn't know how to state it or how I should approach him, but I need to. We have to address this and clear this up with the family, with Jessica to be precise.“They do?,” he raises an eyebrow at me with a smile.“Don’t give me that, Adam,” I glare at him.“I’m sorry,” he chuckles. “I’m joking.”“I think it’s time we…” I stop mid-sentence when his phone starts ringing. He takes it out of his pocket. “I need to take this,” he says as he stands up, leaving me on the bench.Moments later, he is still on the call. When he finally ends it, he jogs back to where I’m sitting, fidgeting with the sealed bottle of water he g
The Alpha’s reckoning 29: THE HERB QUEST
LISA’S POVfuck, fuck, fuck. If he really read the contract, he’s probably curious about some of the clauses I included, especially that one part… crap.“We don’t have all day, you know,” Ronan said, pulling me out of my train of thoughts. “Get in, Lisa.”I remained glued to my spot, still unsure of what my next move should be. I took a deep breath before I slowly pulled the car handle, unlocking the door.“Seat belt,” he motioned, and I pulled the strap, tucking it in.“Hold on tight,” he said, his tone laced with mischief. before pressing the gas.The ride to the pack was swift. This time, he didn’t try to start any conversation, unlike the last time he gave me a ride home. and i9 was grateful he didn't try. “Hello, dear,” Marien smiled, wrapping me in a hug. Over the past few days, as I’ve been meeting with Marien and working on the herbs and treatments for Ronan’s dad, we’ve grown closer. She often tells me about my mom and how they grew up together.“Hello, Marien,” I smiled bac
The Alpha’s reckoning 30: TRAPPED
LISA’S POV“Perfect,” Marian chirped in before I could tell Ronan to go look by himself, and if he didn't find it, he should try using a map or something. “Lisa, my dear, you should get me some horsetail radish leaves while you guys are at it. I'll be in the still room when you get back,” she didn't wait for my response before taking off. I can't make out whose side she is on. is it me or is she trying to help Ronan in this little game he is playing with me? “Shall we?” he asked again. The fury clouding my vision was making its way to my chest, and if I said anything to him right now, it would probably be something I would regret later on.So I took a deep breath, letting it out slowly, and walked towards the doors out of the house, making a beeline for the woods. I could feel his heavy steps following behind me.the woods looked a bit different but the scent is just like I knew it to be dense, eerie, mysterious yet calming and peaceful at the same time.“Are you sure you know where
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