All Chapters of Alpha’s Mate (Is This My Fate?): Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Selena povI had to leave the shop early at Scarlett's insistence that I needed to get some rest. Even though I was reluctant to leave, she assured me that she would take care of the shop and the girls and I knew I could trust her.As usual, I was stuck up in traffic, the ride that shouldn't take more than thirty minutes, took me over an hour. It was almost getting dark by the time I finally got home, feeling tired was an understatement, I was literally exhausted.I wanted nothing more than to go under the shower to wash off the day's stress have a good rest and maybe spend some quality time with my mother before going to bed.I've been avoiding her for over a week now because I didn't want her to notice any changes in me, I was still contemplating how to break the news to her.I opened the entrance door and walked into the living room, I saw my mom knitting as usual but not with the usual enthusiasm, she had this stern look written over her face.I could tell something was off about

Two weeks laterSelena PovToday has been hectic yet a fulfilling one with customers streaming in and out of the shop. The online customers too weren't left out, they kept placing their orders and we made sure their orders got to them as soon as possible all thanks to the logistic company Evelyn recommended to me a few days ago.Their dispatch rider is so effective, reliable, and easy to work with, he makes sure to deliver the orders of each customer on time, unlike the previous one I worked with, he almost tarnished the image of my bakery- the feedback I got from my online customers were not pleasing to my hearing.It's either they complain that their order took too long to be delivered to them or it wasn't looking fresh as they expected it to be or by the time it got to them, the craving for it has disappeared.And his reasons are never valid each time I complain about the feedback I keep getting from my customers, it's either the bike broke down in the middle of the road, or someth

Alpha Gabriel PovI was having a Zoom meeting with my business partners when the door swung open revealing Asher holding the document I had requested earlier. He placed it on the table before me, then casually helped himself to a can of soda from the refrigerator, his presence blending seamlessly with the room's ambiance. Asher settled into the Sofa chair patiently waiting for me to get done with the meeting."That will be all for now", I announced after a while signaling the end of the meeting, with that I clicked on the end meeting button at the bottom right corner of my system.I glanced at Asher who was engrossed with his phone and taking a sip of the soda with his other hand with his legs crossed as usual, he seemed not to notice that I was done with the Zoom meeting.I decided to go through the document he had brought, meticulously scanning each pages for potential errors or amendments.After a while, I was done without detecting any errors, I was satisfied with what he had prep

Selena povThe anticipation had kept me awake all night, my mind buzzing with excitement. I arrived at the shop early the next day. I had lost count of the number of times I read the email just to be sure it wasn't an illusion.I wasn't able to get through to Asher throughout yesterday, I called him but he didn't pick up, perhaps he was busy. I decided to call him later today.Entering the shop, I spotted Norah setting up the display area, completely engrossed in what she was doing, unaware of my presence. A mischievous idea crept into my mind, and I couldn't resist the urge to give her a playful scare to get her reaction.With a suppressed giggle, I stealthily approached her, intending to catch her off guard making sure she didn't notice my presence. Just as I was about to execute my plan, she suddenly turned around, letting out a surprise yelp at the sight of me."Geez, Selena you scared me", she said, patting her chest gently."Really, sorry Norah, didn't mean to startle you", I ch

Selena pov…I stepped into the contest hall, where a handful of contestants were already mingling in small groups, their hushed conversations and nervous laughter filling the air.Since I wasn't acquainted with anyone, I kept to myself. The judges' table was empty, and the host was nowhere to be seen yet. I took a deep breath, my heart racing with anticipation.I had made it past the first round, but I knew the competition would only get tougher from here, who knows what today's task would be.Just as I pondered what today's challenge would be, the door swung open and Benard strode in, his infectious energy and charisma commanding our attention. The remaining contestants filed in behind him, making their way towards their respective baking stations.It didn't take long before the judges arrived and took their seats. As soon as it clocked 9 am, Bernard walked to the middle of the stage, his voice echoing through the hall, announcing the day's challenge."Welcome to another round of the