Chapter 5

My head throbbed even more upon hearing Liam claim I was his mate, while their conversation became increasingly muffled, likely an effect of the alcohol. Not long after, Ronny left, and my body began to feel hot.

"Cole?"

I didn't know what was happening to me. My body felt feverish, and desire coursed through it.

Suddenly, his arm wrapped around my waist, pulling me closer, and he kissed me. A moment later, he pulled back, but his hand remained firmly on my waist, as if afraid I would collapse if he let go.

Liam then cupped my face, his rough fingers touching my heated skin. "Open your mouth," he commanded.

I obeyed, my lips parting. His fingers touched my lips, then with a rough motion, he pushed two fingers into my mouth. I was startled but didn't resist. My tongue reflexively touched his fingers, feeling their tough skin and a faint salty taste.

"What are you feeling, Cole?" Liam asked.

"My head and body are burning up. I drank from the glass the waiter brought."

Liam's face hardened. He quickly scanned our surroundings, gently pushing me to lean against the sink. He then pulled out his phone and sent a quick text.

"I've called my beta. They will secure the area and find that waiter."

But I couldn't hear him clearly. Another wave of heat washed over me, and I grabbed the lapel of his suit. "Please," I moaned.

He brought his face closer, his eyes scanning every inch of my face. "It seems you drank a powerful aphrodisiac poison, mixed with a weakening agent, specifically designed to awaken a werewolf's desire."

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. Liam stood and opened it slightly. A beta whispered softly, "Alpha, the waiter has been secured. He confessed he was instructed by Ronny Blackthorn."

Liam just nodded, and as the door closed, my phone in my bag vibrated. Liam retrieved it, his eyes narrowing as he read the screen.

"He dares to threaten you," Liam murmured. He handed the phone to me.

A message from Ronny: You think hiding behind that arrogant Alpha keeps you safe? I will ruin your life, Sienna. You and your doctor will regret this.

I bit my lip, trying to hold back the moans threatening to escape. "What should we do?"

He didn't answer immediately. He looked towards the door, ensuring no one else was there, then turned his gaze back to me.

"There are two choices. Let my beta take you to the pack hospital, where they will try to neutralize the poison, but the process will be painful. Or..."

He paused.

"Or?" I urged, my hands still clutching his clothes.

"Or we give in to its effects. My body, as a strong Alpha, can neutralize the poison that way, but it means—"

"Ah! Help me!" I pleaded, my body reacting, growing hotter, desperately craving touch.

His Alpha aura felt like a magnet, pulling me in, calming me yet setting me ablaze at the same time.

"I trust you. Please help me!" My words were a desperate plea.

In a swift motion, he lifted me in a bridal style carry and walked out of the bathroom. A beta in black uniform was already waiting in the hallway.

"Secure this area. Find the waiter and anyone else involved in poisoning her and report back to me," Liam commanded.

"Yes, Alpha!" the beta replied before hurrying off.

Liam walked quickly, carrying me through deserted back hallways, avoiding the crowded party. I clung to his neck, hiding my face in his shoulder, ashamed and confused by the soft moans escaping my lips.

Finally, we arrived at a luxurious suite that seemed reserved specifically for him. He kicked the door shut and locked it. Gently, he laid me down on the large bed. He stood beside the bed, looking down at me.

"This is your final decision. Once we do this, the bond between Alpha and Luna will begin to form. You will be bound to me forever," Liam said.

Tears streamed down my temples. This was insane, and everything was happening too fast, but seeing him standing there, my body yearned even more to touch his.

"I know. Lets do it!"

Those words seemed to unleash a wild beast. The glint in his eyes turned fully gold, a sign the Alpha within him had completely taken over. He leaned down, his large body overshadowing mine, and as his lips touched my skin again, the pain from the poison transformed into intense pleasure.

"Alpha, you have to promise me," I said as he hovered over me.

"Hm?"

"Avenge me against Ronny. He betrayed me and even threatened me. I'm truly terrified," I said, tears flowing.

Liam cupped my face and ran his fingers over my lips.

"Beg me!" Liam said.

"Alpha, please! My body is getting hotter," I answered.

"Ask for the right thing!" Liam's tone made the blood coursing through my veins sizzle.

I was silent for a moment, my tears flowing, my mind adrift—betrayed by someone I loved, stabbed in the back by my best friend, and now trapped in this desire with the Alpha.

"But you must promise, help me get revenge on Ronny and help me keep my scholarship," I said, my lips trembling as I tried to hold back the increasingly wild desire and turmoil.

Liam nodded, his fangs beginning to extend, ready to bite me.

"Please, fuck me, Alpha," I whispered softly, my vision starting to blur again.

"From this moment on, I choose you as my mate, and I will help you take revenge on anyone who has hurt you," Liam said.