Chapter 10

Chapter 10

“Ugh!” I groaned loudly and massaged my head as it throbbed. I felt my stomach churning as I suddenly had an urge to throw up. Without even opening my eyes, I rushed up towards the bathroom and puked my stomach's out on the sink.

Damn it!

That's why I never drink before. The first time I got drunk during highschool ball, it was the most horrible experience ever. I threw up everywhere and my schoolmates were laughing at my stupid drunken state. Not only that but I smelt horribly and the headache afterwards nearly killed me.

I would never get drunk again!

“Ma'am, I have prepared a pain reliever for you,” a servant came with a pill. I immediately took it from her and swallowed the small tablet.

“Gosh! My throat hurts!” I whined. “Anyway, can you tell me where Ingrid is? She was with me last night.”

“Ingrid is in her home, ma'am. Her father took her home last night.”

I nodded my head and said my thanks before I dismissed her. I headed straight to the shower and strip down to remove all the stinky dried sweat and alcohol on my body. I brushed my teeth twice and used the minty mouthwash. 

After dressing up, I walked down the stairs to eat some breakfast that Mommy Cam probably prepared. She always prepare the breakfast. 

I saw some people going down along with me. I greet them back a good morning when they bow their heads. Though, I can't help but to notice their lingering stares. There's something about how they look at me that made me anxious for some reason. But I shrugged it off. It must be because of my hangover. I'm being paranoid.

“Good morning,” I greeted the twins when I saw them in the living room. They nodded their heads and smiled stiffly. 

I could notice the atmosphere suddenly became thicker.

“H-Hey, do you know what's happening?” I asked the servant in a hush tone. Her eyes widened for a split second before she averted my gaze.

“Ma'am, the alpha went back home last night,” she informed me.

My jaw dropped to the floor and my heart dropped to pit of my stomach. The servant bowed her head before she scurried away.

I blinked my eyes.

He's here? So does it mean he knew what happened last— Oh, no, no, no... It can't be! 

Suddenly, flashbacks came flashing through my mind.

**

“I'm back, baby. Nice surprise, yeah?” he said softly yet his eyes tells the otherwise.

I just stared at him dumbfoundedly.

He's back... way too early.

“W-Why...” I uttered, flabbergasted.

He smiled tightly. “I did my best to finish my work as soon as possible to be with you, Katia, but you surprised me upon my arrival.”

I winced. I feel so guilty.

He wrapped his arms around my waist and pulled me up. “Let's go home.”

“R-Reui, s-sorry—” I hiccuped. “I'm s-sorry, alpha—”

“Hush, stop talking and let's go home. We'll talk later.”

“B-But—”

“No buts.”

“Reui—”

“Katia, listen to me. We will have a long talk in the house so you don't have to open your mouth now. All I want you to do is to follow me for once and for all,” he grits out.

“Wait. Alpha, wait—” before I could finish, my stomach suddenly made a twist and the last thing I knew, I threw up on Reui's shirt. That was the last memory of last night I could remember. I think I'd passed out after that.

**

Disgusting!

I couldn't help but feel cold. 

He's here...

I closed my eyes tight and scolded myself.

Where is he, then?

As if cue, I smelt his strong scent from the kitchen. I felt a lump in my throat as I forced my feet to walk towards its direction. 

When I reached the kitchen, I saw him sitting in a stool chair while talking with Hector over a coffee.

“G-Good morning,” I greeted.

“Good morning, Katia.” Hector's eyes landed on me and he showed a polite smile. 

I smiled back a little.

“Uhm... Reui,” I called and fidgeted my fingers.

He didn't look at me or even stole a glace. His face was void of any emotions. I felt a sting in my heart.

He suddenly stood up and without any word, he walked out in the kitchen. The air hit my face when he walked past me.

My lips parted.

Is he mad at me? I can't blame him if he's mad. I just literally disobeyed him and not only that, but I also threw up on him. 

“You should try to talk to him,” Hector said. 

I blinked my teary eyes and smiled forcefully.

“I will talk to him later.” I'm surprised my voice didn't crack. “Right now, I have to eat. My stomach's grumbling badly.”

“Aunt Cam already cooked breakfast. Come and join me?”

I smiled gratefully. “Yeah. Thanks.”

I ate breakfast silently as I lost in my thoughts. Reui is mad at me. I disappointed him. I shouldn't care. I shouldn't care about what he feels. But I could not stop feeling worried. What will happen next? Is he going to push me away? Is he no longer interested on me?

I sighed and finished my meal. There's only one way to find out.

After cleaning the kitchen, I immediately walked upstairs to the third floor. I knew he was there basing on his strong lingering scent. Even though I was quite nervous, I reminded myself that it's my fault and I should swallow my pride to ask his forgiveness.

I knocked on the door gently. “Reui?”

No one answered me.

“Reui, it's me, Katia.”

Still, he didn't responded.

I shut my eyes and heave a deep sigh. 

Fine. 

I held the knob and slowly twist it open before I let myself in.

But I was surprised to what I saw next.

“Alpha, are you sure about it? How about your mate? Aren't she going to be mad at you? To your decision?”

“She has no choice.”

“But she has rights to know about—”

I cleared my throat purposely and watched through gritted teeth that the whore's hand on my mate's arm flinched away. Their eyes snapped to me.

Catherine glanced sharply at me. I did the same. This wench! What the hell is she doing here?! As far as I remember, this is the alpha's floor!

“What are you doing here?” Reui asked, breaking the tension between Catherine and I.

I looked at him angrily, but my anger immediately subsided when I noticed the coldness in his voice and face. My heart stung again.

I fidgeted my fingers. “Reui. . . I want to. . . talk to you.”

“Then talk.”

I pursed my lips as I stopped the urge to retort. 

My chest tugged.

“Uh. . . I mean, a-alone. I want t-to talk to you privately.”

“I'm in a meeting. You can come back later to discuss your matter.”

“B-But—” 

Catherine cut me off. 

I clenched my jaw.

“Yeah, right. You can come back here later, dear. We're still discussing. . . things,” she said meaningfully as if she wants me to hear the unspoken message behind her tone.

I sent a warning glare at the bitch but she just smirked in smug. God! I want to rip off her head!

I looked at Reui and he seemed to be agreeing with her. I clenched my jaw and fisted my hands behind my back.

“Okay, then. You can continue your. . . meeting. I'll go ahead.” With a forced smile, I turned around and walked out of his office, slamming the door behind me.

I heard ‘Cathebitch’ snorted.

Annoyed, I went to my room and stripped off. I went straight to the jacuzzi and submerged myself in the warm water. I entertained myself bathing and caressing my skin and hair to divert my annoyance. I can't let that bitch ruin my entire day!

I played in the jacuzzi for hours, minding my own business. I also turned on the TV and played some N*****x movie. I'm just a little disappointed because I have no food to munch as I enjoyed the movie, but it was okay though, I'm enjoying my bath. Even though my palms and feet are becoming wrinkled, I didn't mind.

I was about to get off from the big tub when...

Suddenly, the door banged. I shrieked in surprise and covered my naked body through my arms.

“WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING?!” I yelled at the intruder, narrowing my eyes into deadly slits.

He looked surprised for a bit seconds but he quickly pulled himself over. He glared at me.

“Bloody hell, Katia! We've been looking for you for hours! You are nowhere to be seen in this house! You worried the shit out of me!” he shouted that made me winced. He trotted towards my direction and held my arm tightly before pulling me up. I trembled in fear as he continued yelling at me. “Is this your f*cking way of rebelling, huh?! Because you don't want to be with me?! Okay. Let me tell you this. Whether you reject me or not, I won't never let you go! You will be tied with me forever! You can't escape me, Katia! Stop showing us your stinky rogue personality otherwise you will be given a lesson! A lesson you will not like and regret your whole life for being disobedient!” 

Tears threatened to escape my eyes. My heart squeezed and my inner wolf purred in fear and submission. I bit the bottom of my lips.

I was just entertaining myself to forget my jealousy...

Reui released his grip on my arm and I almost stumbled.

He looked at me with rage in his eyes... and if I wasn't mistaken, he's looking at me with,

disgust.

“Stop acting like a wild animal, Katia. You are in my pack. You're no longer a rogue.”