FREDERICKOdette’s stubbornness has really gotten to me. No matter how many times I’ve told her that we can’t have sex here she just won’t listen. Earlier just after my meeting finished, she came rushing into my study. She wore a white fitted blouse and a mini skirt, her scent, mixed with expensive perfume, overwhelmed me. Under her sheer blouse, the tantalizing red bra was visible. The sight would usually arouse my sexual desire in no time. But this time, it didn't."What’s going on with you, baby? Since when are you immune to my body, hmm?" She purred, rubbing her delicate fingers over my hard abs. Just as she was about to undo my shirt's button, I caught her hand."There are people outside. This isn't appropriate." I spoke in a firm tone. The words sound odd to me. Since when do I even care about what's appropriate or not when I'm with her?With an eye roll, Odette seized my collarbone and kissed me. A wild and needy kiss. Grinding her chest against mine. Her hand explored, mo
TESSA"Oh, Tessa? What a surprise to see you here," Odette said, a slow deliberate smirk spreading across her lips. "Frederick called you, didn't he? Sorry for the inconvenience that caused you to wait. We just... haven't seen each other in days, and you know how tough that can be, right? We just had to let it out." She giggled without a hint of embarrassment.I can feel the warmth rising in my cheeks. I just gave a single nod to her and she didn't seem pleased with the response."Can I come in now?" I ask.Odette's fake smile faded away when I didn't react the way she hoped. Honestly, I’m not sure what she thought I would say when she shared what she and Frederick just did.Odette walked away without saying a word, deliberately bumped her shoulder into mine as she passed.I let out a sigh and gazed at the door to the study for a moment. Then I gave it a push and walked in. The room smelled like old leather, oud, and a fresh diffuser. Frederick sat at his desk. His gaze fixed on t
TESSAWhen I stepped out of the training building, I spotted a metallic grey Lexus parked and Gabe leaning against it. "Look. Your ride has been waiting for quite some time," The cutting, sarcastic tone drifted into the air from behind me.I turned around and saw Grace, my mentor, standing there with her arms crossed, wearing a not-so-pleased expression. She had a naturally grumpy expression and I can count on one hand how many times she smiled. But this time, she seemed really upset. "Is it really alright if I leave a bit early?" So I ask.This afternoon, my training should wrap up in about two hours from now. But I got a call from Gabe out of the blue. He said he’d come to pick me up because there’s something urgent that needs my presence."If that's Alpha Frederick's order then what can I do? Maybe he called you to see how much progress you made. Show him what you learned, don't embarrass me, Tessa." Grace said.I nodded.She had invested her time and energy in training me, I wo
FREDERICKEven though she hesitated for a moment, Tessa raised her hand and set it on mine. And the moment our skin made contact, I felt a surge of electricity course through me. For a second, nothing happened. She kept frowning. Until eventually, I realized that she started to sense it too."Stay calm. Take a deep breath." I said in my Alpha voice, keeping my tone calm. I need her to obey for now.And she did, struggling to keep herself in control as the surge of power threatened to break free. When it seemed like she couldn't take it anymore, I withdrew my hand. The absence of her soft skin slightly annoyed me."What was that?" Her eyes searched mine for an answer."Don't you recognize her, Tessa?" She can't possibly have forgotten that day we trained together. I shut my eyes for a moment, and memories of that day rushed back to me. It was an amazing evening, and I feel just as thrilled every time I think back on it.The uncontrolled thrill my wolf would feel whenever we wer
TESSA"She wants... you two to be together?" Gabe asked, his eyes wide in surprise."Kinda. I wish she could just let that thought go cause there's no point. Frederick is with Odette right now and I'm already happy with myself." I took a deep breath.Odette has liked the Alpha since she was a teenager, it was Bridget who told me about that. And unlike my case, her love was reciprocated. The Alpha has feelings for her too.They've been getting closer and closer ever since. They go to the same academy, and she stays by his side as he studies how to lead the pack. She goes with him whenever there's business that needs Frederick to visit another pack.Irene was still wandering off when most of that took place. She only returns when Odette is the only woman Frederick wants. Odette succeeded in winning over nearly everyone in his family. And it makes me curious about how she didn't manage to win Irene's?"Odette would be so mad if she heard about this. I'm worried she'll take it out on yo
TESSAEven after I turned my back on him, my racing heart didn't calm down. Frederick called out to me, but he trailed off mid-sentence, and I didn't turn around. What was going through my head when I walked into this room earlier? How could I have been so clueless? The interior style, the way the stuff was laid out, the faint scent of him lingering in the air, I should've realized it.Irene Alonso did have a sudden stomach hurt that made her unable to walk earlier, but I can't help but think she did this on purpose.And now, Frederick thinks I made the drink out of some sort of care for him and came here because I wanted to see him. Though, I have to admit, seeing him back here was alright did brought me a bit of relief.I had just stepped out of the doorway when I froze, my heart sinking like a stone. Odette's piercing gaze locked with mine. "This is my and my mate's room. What are you doing here?"I swallowed.Behind Odette, Gabe stood watching me with the same curious expressi