Chapter 14


    Chapter 14


    LAYLA


    I reach the border and turn off the engine. Alpha Alexander’s warriors are gathered around the area


    in their human forms which makes me sigh in relief. If they haven’t shifted yet, it means the war is


    not on.


    I move through the crowd, carning curious looks from others. Ignoring them altogether, I aim for the


    front where I am sure Alpha Alexander must be.


    As expected, he is standing in the front line, staring at the army of warriors in the distance. I take my


    eyes off his back which is to me and focus on the people of my pack. Theo is the one leading the


    warriors of the Lotus Pack, and he hasn’t noticed


    me yet.


    I hasten my steps to get to Alpha Alexander faster. Theo’s gaze diverts to me when he sees me


    emerging through the crowd. “La. His eyes darken in anger and worry.


    I swallow, facing Alpha Alexander who has turned around to watch me. His eyes are void of any


    emotion, making it hard for me to tell what he is feeling or thinking at this moment.


    My heart pounds in my chest as I end the little distance between us and stand in front of him.


    “We need to talk. Alpha Alexander. “I whisper, conscious of all the eyes on us.


    His zing eyes on me make me shudder. He takes a step ahead. His chest brushes my body. I


    stumble back.


    “I don’t believe we have anything to talk about.” He says, smirking.


    “I don’t want this war. Please, stop it. “I shake my head.


    “Why do you think I care about what you want, La” His voice lowers.


    Hear pools in my belly at the sound of my name. I don’t think I will ever stop finding it so hot when


    he says it


    It’s meaningless. “I utter.


    “How so?” He wonders.


    I look into his eyes. My tongue loosens in my mouth momentarily. He is just too—handsome. And


    he is supposed to be my mate, my protector, my shield.


    But he is none of them.


    I am staying here. Let me talk to Theo. We can sort this out. You don’t need to fight a war over me.


    “I tell him, ignoring the pain in my heart.


    Who told you Lam fighting a war over you? “Alpha Alexander rolls his eyes.


    I press my lips in a thin line. It’s so hard to get something into his head.


    They tr e s p a s s e d on my border. Now, they must pay for it.” He seethes.


    I step into his body furiously, Sparks explode behind my eyes but they are not enough to subdue the


    frustration I feel


    towards him.


    *They came for me and they will leave, Alpha Alexander. You won’t harm them. “I assert, staring


    deep into his eyes.


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    Surprise crosses his face at my tone. I take notice of it but I am not backing down now.


    Why do you think I will listen—”


    *I am going to talk to them now. Call off your warriors. There is going to be no war today. “I cut in


    and move past him.


    My heart flutters in my chest. I don’t know where I am getting this courage.


    His hand closes around my wrist. I halt and nce at him from over my shoulder. He jerks at my


    arm, tugging me back into his body. His inviting scent overpowers my senses, knocking out the fake


    courage.


    – I like this feisty attitude but it won’t work with me. His reddening facees into my view.


    I tremble against his vast body. His hands drop to my waist before lowering down to my butt and


    giving it a squeeze in a warning.


    Iyelp, shocked out of my mind. He just squeezed my a s s in front of the people of his pack and my


    pack. I can sense the air charging with surprise and interest.


    Leave her. “I hear a growl from the distance. It’s Theo.


    I ce my hands over his and pull them off my a s s c h e e ks . What is this man doing? Is he


    mad?


    My cheeks heat up in embarrassment as I step away from him. Satisfaction fills Alpha Alexander’s


    eyes. He managed to shut me up.


    –


    Is he one of your flings?” He points behind him.


    I don’t dare look at Theo who must be fuming. My eyes narrow down on Alpha Alexander who is


    having fun in this grave situation.


    “He is the man who took care of A when you were not there. He is like a father to her and


    undoubtedly he is far better than you. “I scoff.


    Alpha Alexander’s icy re makes me close my mouth. I swallow my saliva and stare back at him


    defiantly.


    “What else is he good at taking care of?” He sneers, ring at me.


    I know what he is implying. It makes my heart drop into the pit of my stomach nervously.


    “A loves him. Please, don’t hurt him or anyone else. She cares about all of them. “I whisper


    reluctantly.


    The man before me stiffens but doesn’t say anything after that. I stay on my spot, watching him until


    I am sure he won’t object to me going to Theo.


    Surprisingly, he seems like he doesn’t want to hurt A. A corner of my heart melts for this side of


    him, and my anger at him shrinks a little.


    “La. “Theo’s voice breaks my staring contest with him.


    I look down and walk away from him. Everyone stares at me warily as I make my way to Theo. He


    is impatiently shifting his weight from one foot to another in an attempt to contain himself. I know he


    wants to run to me and act all cozy but he can’t do that in front of his warriors. He will be seen as


    weak.


    I approach him quickly and stop when a distance of two steps is left. Theo doesn’t take the hint and


    crosses that line before pulling me into his arms.


    Why do you keep doing this to me?” He whispers in my ear.


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    His heat warms my body but I can’t bring myself to wrap my arms around him. Something in me


    thinks it is wrong. Alpha Alexander is my mate and we haven’t rejected each other yet.


    “Theo. “I mumble softly.


    “Where is A? Is she okay?” He pulls back abruptly.


    “She is fine, Theo. She is back at Alpha Alexander’s packhouse. “I whisper hesitantly.


    He thinks of her as a daughter and has raised her like one. I don’t know what he will feel after


    knowing her real father is here and A wants to stay with him. It’s all so cruel to him, to me, and to


    Alpha Alexander.


    I am here to take you both back. “Theo hisses, as his eyes re at something or rather someone


    behind me.


    Theo. “I ce my hand over his forearm.


    “You don’t have anything to worry about. I am here and I won’t leave you behind, La. I will protect


    you both. “He assures


    mc.


    My heart softens. Theo knows he is heavily outnumbered in this war and he might end up losing his


    life but he is ready to go all out. I don’t know what I did to deserve him. And I hate myself for how I


    am about to break his heart.