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Chapter 5

EDWARD'S POV

THE NEXT DAY

"Go ahead and knock; we need to see how our mate is fairing," Stark whined in my head nonstop.

He was eager to see Caliana again after what happened last night, and we were both drawn to our hurting mate.

I crazily spent half the night in her arms; she didn't notice though, and I was really careful not to raise an alarm. Thanks to stark, all he wanted was to be super close to her. 

He made my life a living hell until I accepted and sneaked into her room for 4 hours straight. It was hard leaving her all by herself, but I had to do it. It would be better if she noticed my scent rather than find me wrapping my hands around her.

My fist paused halfway, not touching her door. I couldn't do it; I lacked the confidence.

"Some other time, Stark, there's a lot of work to do." I reversed and left for the elevator.

"You wasted the opportunity." Edward, if she means nothing to you, let it be clear that she means a lot to me. Stop hurting our mate." Stark howled, angered by my actions.

"Quit playing dumb. Stark, you knew that after what occurred those past years, I wasn't the same again. I will appreciate it if we stop talking about Caliana. She's just the Luna of this pack and nothing else.

The elevator door opened, and I stepped out. I had a meeting with Michael about our pack alliance.

Unfortunately, the Crescent Moon pack had formed a strong alliance with the Golden Stone pack. It was made on forceful terms, as both packs had one common enemy.

Dean Kali, Alpha of the Night Shadow Pack, has been in on us for years, but thankfully, after we joined forces with Michael's pack, the attacks stopped. I know it's not forever; that's why I am trying to extend my territory.

I got to the meeting hall and found Michael in a secluded corner, conversing with a lady who I very much recognised by her scent.

"Meyers!!! I thundered, causing her to flinch. I took fast strides towards them and came in between.

"Alpha Edward!" She bowed her head.

Meyers looked frightened to see me; she bowed, refusing to stare at me. I had warned every pack member about Michael, and I didn't care if they thought I was being paranoid. The truth is, I just hate this man, and he feels more like a threat than a partner to me.

"Leave!" I said icily.

Meyers scurried off like she was being chased, and I rechanneled back to Michael, who had a smirk on his face. I guess the punch last night didn't make a change.

"Stay away from my pack members; you have no business with anyone except me. You come here for me and no one else," I growled, closing the distance between us.

"Yes, your majesty." His tone held sarcasm, and I almost bit my lips out of annoyance. I took deep breaths and took my seat, resting my hands on the large wooden table.

CALIANA'S POV

The morning sun blared in my room, disrupting my sleep. I yawned while stretching on my bed. My eyes drifted to the digital clock, and a minute past eight, she stared right back at me.

Juanita didn't come; she was usually in my room by this time. My head ached, and it reminded me of what Edward did to me.

I knew Alexa had already healed me, but the morning headache was mood-souring.

I sniffed, clearing my nose blockage, and perceived the enchanting scent of citrus. It lingered everywhere. I sniffed my nightie, and it was there too. This meant Edward came by my room last night, but when?

My lips subconsciously stretched into a smile, and I grew instant happiness, but it didn't last as memories of last night flashed into my head. Edward's possessiveness made me cringe. It didn't leave a good feeling knowing he did that because of the mate bond.

Juanita and Cassy came in minutes later, apologising for coming late. I took no offence and got ready for the day.

I stepped out in a red peplum dress and black heels and let down my long brown hair. As Luna, casual wear was no longer for me.

Juanita and Cassy left while I stayed in my room for a few minutes before stepping out. The consistent jiggling sounds of the door knob made me pause on my track.

Frightened for a minute, I walked towards Edward's door and met a tiny-looking lady twisting the doorknob repeatedly. She had plans of opening it up.

When I said the tiny-looking lady, I meant a child, but with the way she presented herself in a pink crop top, a mini white skirt and jacket, and a cute white snicker, her hair let down with a big pink bow on it. Who wouldn't mistake her for a lady?

"Hi. Urm Miss!" I waved from where I stood, and this young and bold woman turned to me with a really cute frown.

Her big green eyes reminded me of Edwards; they looked the same. She had red lips too, but she had brown hair, while Edwards was black.

"Hello. Have you seen Daddy? The doors are not opening up. I want to see him." She pouted her lips and twisted the door knob again.

Daddy? Who is her father, and why is she trying to get into Edward's room? I think she's lost.

"Okay, Amigo, who is your father?" I could help you search for him; would you like that?" I asked in the sweetest voice, and it made her smile.

"I am not Amigo, I am Love, silly." She replied, dipping her hand into her miniature purse and bringing out a phone. That sh*t looked expensive; it made me wonder whose daughter she was.

Suddenly, she placed the phone in her ear and tapped her foot on the floor impatiently.

My mouth formed a silent 'Wow'. "Daddy!!!" She squealed, fuming like an angry lion.

"I can't find you; where are you? But today is our U and I time; come take me now." She paused, listening to whatever her father was saying. The frown on her face vanished, replaced with sad eyes. She did not look happy, and I am guessing her father said something about the situation.

"You promised, and now you are breaking it. Why do you always say that? I HATE YOU!" Love snapped and threw her phone to the ground.

Her anger startled me, just like Edwards, and why she had so many similarities with him confused me.

"Hey, love, please don't cry. I am sure Daddy has a reason for not showing up. You know what? Why don't you tell me who your father is? I could talk to him. I wiped her spilling tears and pinched her cheek softly.

"Thank you, Silly, but the Alpha never really has time to talk to anyone, and now he's doing the same to me."

THE ALPHA? Edward has a daughter, and no one told me about it.

"The Alpha? Alpha Edward? You are his daughter?" I threw questions at the girl, shocked by her revelation.

"Yes, Silly, do you have the keys to his room? I want to give him a piece of my mind."

"What?"

"Keys to my dad's room; I want to wreck it."

"How old are you?" The question slipped out of my mouth. She didn't cease to amaze me with her tantrums, maturity mixed with childishness.

"Five! I know it's quite an age." She sighed and picked up her phone.

I felt bad for Love; she got all decked up for her father and daughter time, but Edward bailed on her. I was one to care about others' feelings,so I thought of something to cheer her up.

"Love, I know we just met, but will you go out with me?"

"Like a date?"

"What! No, I mean like a friend bonding date." I bit my lower lip, realising she was right. "Yes, a date."

Her smile returned, and she looked cheerful again. "Yes, let's get going." She grabbed my hand and pulled me along with her.

Edward and Jamal were out, so I was left to tell Juanita about my outing with Love. She got a car ready, and we left with the chauffeur.

Love took me to all her favourite spots: the park, a pastry shop, an ice cream cart, and the wild roller coasters. Then we sat on the bench, and I told her about myself—not the full details, but the fact that I came from another pack to be Golden Stone's Luna.

I also enjoyed her company; she didn't say much about herself, and I wonder what Edward must have done to raise such a smart-mouthed kid. But then she said something shocking.

"If you are my Luna, then you must be the lady Daddy promised to get married to." She had said:.