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Ainsley slouched back in his chair like it was his throne, the weight of his thoughts pressing down on him like a lead blanket. The flickering light from his desk lamp cast shadows across the room, but none of them could match the dark cloud hanging over his mood. Eric broke the silence, his question hanging in the air like a stubborn fly."Ainsley, itโs not because of her, is it?" Eric asked, his finger tapping out a beat on the desk. The rhythm was annoyingly steady, like a metronome ticking down to his doom.Ainsley didnโt budge. He didnโt even flinch. His gaze was as cold as a freezer in Antarctica. Jacob, on the other hand, was practically vibrating with curiosity. He leaned in, practically licking his lips. "For her? Who? Spill it, man. Who are we talking about?"Ericโs stare never wavered, but Jacobโs playful smirk was the real problem here. "Alpha Ainsley, have you found your mate? Whoโs the lucky lady? What pack does she belong to? When can we meet your future Luna? Are we ta
Last Updated : 2025-02-06Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Roots of Change
"If I were you, Iโd send her away," Ericโs voice sliced through the heavy silence of the room. His gaze held no warmth as he thought back to Ainsley "She had a lot to do with Auraโs death, you know. And you, Alpha Ainsley... Youโre just shocked by how much Eloise has changed. After all, the two grew up together. Youโre just shocked by what sheโs become. Thatโs all."The words struck Ainsley like a punch in the gut, yet he said nothing for a moment. His chest tightened, but he couldnโt bring himself to argue. He simply murmured, โLet me think about it.โ His voice sounded hollow to his own ears.As the Alpha of the Litha Night Walker Pack, Ainsley had been conditioned from childhood to believe that mates were unnecessary distractions, that emotions were weaknesses. Heโd grown up to be a leader, not a lover, and for the longest time, he hadnโt even questioned it. But now... Now, the walls that had kept him distant from everyone, from her, were crumbling. Eloise, the very woman he had onc
Last Updated : 2025-02-06Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Lucian's Proposal
"Yes, Iโm waiting for you, my lady," Lucian said briskly, his voice filled with quiet determination. "Eloise, you still havenโt answered me. The last time we spoke, I asked if you could be my mate. So, what do you think now?"Eloise froze, her heart pounding wildly in her chest. The words, so direct and unexpected, sent a rush of emotions through her. Her mind scrambled, trying to piece together her thoughts. She had rejected him before, hadn't she? But now... now he was standing there, so close, with that same intensity in his eyes. What is he really asking me?Her breath caught in her throat, her heart accelerating at the thought. Lucian was looking at her with such intensity, like she was the only person in the world. How can I say yes after everything? She blinked, suddenly lost in the storm of emotions."I was in the UK for a while," Lucian continued, his voice now softer, filled with something almost... pleading. "But the moment I returned to Metrocity, I came straight here. I k
Last Updated : 2025-02-08Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Eloise Will Always be Eloise
Eloise's silence pressed down on Lucian like a weight he couldn't shake off. Her stillness seemed to say everything that her words had not. For a moment, he stood there, unsure whether to push forward or retreat. He gathered every ounce of his courage and spoke, his voice tentative yet sincere."Eloise," he began, his eyes searching hers. "You deserve a chance at happiness. Donโt shut me out so quickly. Even if you canโt be my mate right now, I want you to know you have every right to be happy. You can live a life filled with joy; I believe that."Eloise felt a flicker of warmth stir within her, his words brushing against the edges of the cold, distant walls she had built around herself. But then, as quickly as it came, the warmth was smothered. She wanted to say yes, to allow herself to hope again, but her heart fought back with a harsh, impenetrable truth.Lucian continued, undeterred by the quiet between them. His words, so genuine, cut through the heavy air like a knife."You can'
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"Eloise, you donโt need to do anything. Just stay where you are, and Iโll come to you. Iโll hug you. You can leave everything to me. How will you know what happiness feels like if you donโt even try? I promise I wonโt make you cry again, or... well, Iโll try my best not to, at least.โLucianโs words hung in the air like he was trying to win an Oscar for โMost Heartfelt Speech.โ It was almost working.But then, like an unwanted pop-up ad in her brain, Ainsleyโs voice appeared.โEloise, do you actually believe you deserve happiness?โOh, great, thought Eloise, now I have the soundtracks of two people echoing in my head at the same time.Lucianโs offer of sunshine and rainbows was drowned out by Ainsleyโs snarky voice. Happiness? Eloise thought, clutching her head. Who has time for that? Happiness doesnโt even fit into my schedule right now.Itโs not that she didnโt want it. Who wouldnโt want happiness? But... Iโm a mess. Rain died because of me. Because of ME! She winced at the thought.
Last Updated : 2025-02-10Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Lucian's Pursuit of Eloise
"Rachael, I'm fine. I'm just a little tired. Can I take the day off?" Eloise said, her voice sounding unusually content.Rachael's tone softened, a hint of concern mixed with relief. "Sure. Iโm glad youโre finally listening to your body. Take the day off, Eloise. You deserve it. Donโt worry about a thing here." With that, the line went quiet as Rachael hung up.Eloise stared at the phone for a moment, a slight smile tugging at her lips. She had made it through the morning without a major crisis, and now she had an entire day to herself. Her thoughts felt unusually clear as she stood up, stretching her stiff limbs. She wandered over to the small wooden table by the bedroom window, sat down, and opened the drawer, retrieving her well-worn notebook.It had become her one true companion over the years, the place where her thoughts roamed freely.I should write. I always feel better when I write.The last time she wrote anything was years ago. Her fingers flicked through the pages until sh
Last Updated : 2025-02-10Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Hold On Tight Baby
After Lucian finished speaking, he took a sharp turn on his motorcycle and pulled up in front of a towering wall of blooming roses. Eloise blinked, momentarily disoriented by the beauty of the scene. Without waiting for her to speak, Lucian nimbly dismounted from the motorcycle, his movements fluid and effortless.โWeโre here,โ he said, gesturing to the entrance with a subtle smirk. โThis is the back door. Normally, I enter through the front.โEloise hesitated. Something about the hidden entrance made her feel uneasy. A back door? What kind of place is this?Lucian raised an eyebrow, catching her reluctance. โGet off. Staying on the bike wonโt change anything.โEloise crossed her arms, defiantly refusing to move. โNo,โ she said with a stubborn little blink. Her grip tightened on the seat beneath her.Lucian smirked, clearly amused by her childish resistance. โAre you sure about that?โโIโm not hungry,โ Eloise replied quickly, her mind racing for any excuse to avoid going inside.โBut
Last Updated : 2025-02-11Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Self Praise
Eloise practically ran home. She slammed the door to her dorm room behind her and leaned against it, trying to steady her breath. Her heart was hammering in her chest, a fierce ache in the pit of her stomach.Her face had been pale, like a ghost. Lucian had heard Serah's words, his expression unreadable, but the look in his eyes... That look still lingers. She'd thought she could ignore the pain. Iโm stronger than this, she had told herself. But now, it all felt like a tidal wave crashing over her.Her thoughts spiraled. No. No, I canโt do this.There was a huge line between her and Lucian. In the eyes of the world, she was nothing more than a prostitute, a product to be bought and sold. Lucian was a successful CEO, a man with power and respect. In the eyes of the werewolves, she was a wolfless rouge, an outcast. Lucian was the powerful Alpha of the Blood Moon Pack.She tried to push the thoughts away, but the reality of it all dug deep into her heart, making her chest feel tight. He
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Time passed slowly.Eloise glanced at her wristwatch again, her brows knitting in frustration. The ticking felt like it echoed louder in the room than it had any right to, like each second was dragging its feet, deliberately mocking her patience. She shifted slightly in her seat, the silence becoming more stifling by the minute. Ainsley sat across from her, completely still, his small eyes trained on her face with an eerie calmness.The shrill ring of her phone startled her.Her body tensed instinctively. She snatched the phone from the table, her thumb sliding across the screen to answer.โAre you here yet?โ she asked sharply.From the other end, Ericโs voice came hurried, uneven, and heavy with movement. He was clearly in motion. โI canโt come,โ he said, no greeting, just urgency. โIโll leave Ainsley with you for now.โEloise shot upright. โWait a minute,โ she snapped. โLeave him with me for now? Isnโt Hank there?โShe heard the sigh in Ericโs throat before he spoke. โHank isnโt fre
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Stepping aside, Eloise said in a formal tone, โLet me introduce you. This is Jack Ray, the representative of our partner.โMandy, blinking in confusion, stepped forward and extended her hand politely. "Helloโฆ.."โMandy, Iโll follow the project this time,โ Eloise cut in swiftly, not allowing her to finish.Mandy froze, utterly bewildered.Eloise leaned close and whispered in her ear, โIโll explain after we get back.โJack personally walked them all the way to the car, his gaze never leaving Eloise until she disappeared from his sight.Inside the car, Eloise slumped back against the seat.โHave you met Jack before?โ Mandy asked curiously as they neared the Moonlight Garden. โI thought I was going to be in charge of the project?โEloise forced a smile. โDon't misunderstand. There are certain things about this project I need to handle personally. You've been working so hard, Mandy. You deserve a break.โMandy still looked unsure. โOkayโฆ but rest well after this problem is solved, okay?โA
Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Business Meetings.
The secretary suddenly stood up, her voice hurried and apologetic. โIโm sorry, Mandy." Our president said he wanted to meet with Ms. Anthony alone to seek cooperation this time.โEloise, Mandy, and the other Anthony Group representatives exchanged confused glances, uncertainty flickering between them. What a strange request! Suspicion brewed silently in the air.Mandy parted her lips to protest, but Eloise reached out, stopping her with a firm hand. โTake the others out of the conference room,โ she instructed quietly, her voice calm but commanding.โButโฆโ Mandyโs brows furrowed in deep worry. She didnโt want to leave Eloise alone.Eloise looked at her steadily, her gaze unwavering, burning with determination. โMandy, you know how important this cooperation is to me.โIt wasnโt just important to her; it was crucial to the future of the Anthony Group. It was everything.Mandy hesitated a moment longer, then finally nodded. โLetโs go,โ she said, her voice reluctant. She signaled the othe
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Ainsley was in a pitiful state; his clothes soaked through, his shoes worn out beyond recognition. He must have been searching for her for a long, long time, wandering alone through the rain.โGet in the car,โ Eloise said urgently, her voice cracking as she took his trembling hand.Leading him carefully, she guided him back to the car, shielding him as best she could from the relentless rain.She pulled open the back seat door and gestured for him to climb in. But Ainsley stubbornly shook his head, water flying from his wet hair.โNo,โ he said firmly.โWhy?โ Eloise asked, frowning deeply, confused by his sudden refusal.โI donโt want to sit in the back seat, I want to sit there.โ He pointed insistently at the passenger seat beside her.Eloise blinked, momentarily stunned. She didnโt quite understand what difference it made, but for Ainsley, it clearly meant everything.โI want to sit next to you,โ he said seriously, his eyes locked onto hers, filled with an intensity that surprised h
Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Every Memory.
โNo reward?โ Ainsleyโs mouth trembled, and he looked like he might burst into tears at any second.Eloise bit her lip hard. โOf course, you get a reward. Like I said, you did great.โ She reached out and ruffled his hair. The next moment, she froze as Ainsley, clearly overjoyed, rested his head contentedly on her shoulder.Just then, Eric came up behind them, his voice low. โEverythingโs ready, we can send it now.โNo one spoke. The tension in the air was almost unbearable as they quietly got into the car. As the vehicle rolled down the dark road, Eloise stole a glance at Ainsley, who had already fallen asleep beside her.He used to occupy most of her life โ in every memory, every thought. Now, the air inside the car felt stifling. Eloise turned her head sharply to the window, blinking hard. He couldnโt remember anything.All the entanglements they once shared ; love, hate and pain, now belonged to her alone.The car headed farther into the remote outskirts, taking a dark road lined wi
Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Hope.
Eric hesitated, concern flickering across his face, but finally he nodded and stepped out, shutting the door behind him with a soft thud. Silence swallowed the room. Eloise stood motionless for a long, long time. The steady beeping of machines was the only sound, each one a harsh reminder of how fragile life was.Finally, she moved. Slow, heavy steps carried her to Ainsleyโs bedside. She reached out with a trembling hand but stopped an inch from touching him.Instead, she sank into the chair beside him, folding her hands tightly in her lap to hide how badly they shook. She didnโt cry. She didnโt scream. She just sat there, hour after hour, her eyes never leaving his broken body.Five days and nights blurred into each other.Every time Eric or Jacob tried to pull her away, she stayed rooted there.โWonโt it hurt her if she doesnโt cry?โ Eric asked once, whispering in a low voice, watching her through the window.โIโve been through worse,โ Eloise heard it she croaked, her voice raw and
Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย He Can't See You.
โI want shoes to match,โ she said softly.โYes, maโam. Right away,โ the shop assistant said, hurrying off.Mandy walked closer and touched Eloiseโs arm gently. โEloise... are you sure youโre ready for this?โEloise turned her eyes toward her. There was no hesitation in them. Only a fierce, burning determination.โI have to be,โ she said, her voice almost breaking. โI donโt have a choice.โMandyโs throat tightened. She wanted to hug her, to pull her back, to stop her from going, but she knew she couldnโt.Just then, Eloiseโs phone buzzed.Mandy immediately grabbed it from the counter and handed it to her. โItโs Jacob,โ she said quietly.Eloise answered on the second ring. โIโm ready.โโGood,โ Jacobโs voice came crisply through the speaker. โA car is waiting for you outside. Your passport and visa are in the car. Youโll be taken directly to a private jet. You need to leave within the next twenty minutes.โโUnderstood,โ Eloise said without hesitation.โAnd Miss Anthony... donโt be late,โ
Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Magnificent yet tragic!
Mandy, who was driving, opened her mouth, only to realize she couldn't find a word to comfort Eloise. She knew Eloise too well, so she didn't feel the need for words to comfort her.The Anthony Group had many problems. Perhaps they had been overlooked, or perhaps Gary didn't think they were serious. Mandy was a little worried about Eloise, who was in the backseat. When Eloise was busy, she worked almost suicidly. Mandy thought she was supposed to hate Ainsley. After all, he was the one slowly forcing an extroverted woman into a corner. In all of Metrocity, Ainsley was the only person who could corner Eloise. But now, Mandy felt grateful to Ainsley. At least he would come on time to pick Eloise up for lunch and dinner, or Eloise would be too busy to eat.Mandy accompanied Eloise to work for several days, and Ainsley did not appear during this time.Eloise knew he was on a business trip.It wasn't the first time Ainsley had been on a business trip. Before, he'd call her no matter where
Mated to her Enemy: Refusing his Rejection ย ย ย Learn To Love.
"Ainsley WIlliams! Damn you! "You promised me!โ Eloiseโs eyes blazed red with fury, veins visible on her temples as her body shook violently.Her scream echoed so loudly throughout the room that the light on the ceiling trembled from the force of her rage. She kicked at the bed frame, sending it crashing against the wall with a loud bang. The curtains flapped wildly in the air from the force of her movements, as if they too were disturbed by the storm erupting within her.The pain that flashed through Ainsley's eyes nearly froze him in place. His breath caught, but he focused hard on what he was doing, refusing to waver, even though guilt was clawing through his chest.Then her voice ripped through the room, raw and shattering, โAinsley! I hate you!โAinsley's eyes were filled with unbearable pain, the kind that didnโt show in blood but hurt worse than any wound. He clenched his jaw and abruptly lowered his head. Without a word, he pressed his lips to the scar on the back of her waist
