In my presence

Camilla POV

I smile nervously at Gina. Damn! I didn't expect to be caught red-handed trying to sneak out.

" What? No,I am not up to anything. I just wanted to go for a run. To clear my mind. Yes, that's it." I stutter.

Gina's lips pull into a wide grin.

" You're not fooling anyone Camilla. I've known you long enough to know when you are lying. When you want to go for a run, you don't usually sneak around. Besides,going on a run dressed like that?" She points at my long coat and the lingerie peeking from beneath it.

" That's what people wear when they're about to meet someone in secret." She concludes with a smirk.

" You know me. I like to dress sexy and this coat is really warm. Can't a girl just want to look good for herself?" I offer a weak defense.

Gina laughs. " You are so full of shit Camilla. You never cared what you wore when you went for a run,don't try to fool me." She insists.

" I don't want to pry into your affairs. I just want to tell you that whatever you are up to,be careful. Don't do anything to jeopardize your future out of rage." Gina offers and my smile fades.

" I know that Gina, but I am tired. Tired of always being the responsible one. Tired of putting everyone's needs ahead of mine. Just for once I want to live my own life the way I see fit." I reply with determination.

" I am not saying I am doing anything wrong,or at least it's not wrong to me..I just want to be...happy." I don't even know what kind of bullshit I am talking about.

Truth is when I went to the Alpha the previous night,all I wanted was to get back at Hector for everything. That was the plan until he awakened something inside me. I'd want to assume it was just sexual arousal,but there was something more. Something I couldn't explain.

Now, I don't know why I'm trying to sneak out and where I'm going. I really don't know why I am doing this. Part of me is excited and eager to see him yet another part of me wants to heed to Gina's words. I can't deny the fact that those minutes we spent together,I left that office happier than I entered. I don't care if this sounds cheap, maybe it is but he did make me happy. The words he whispered in my ears, every touch on my skin, every caress...it screamed home. The Alpha was clear last night,he was willing to wait until I was ready for him to make the final move. He proved to be a gentleman more than Hector could ever be.

" You are free to do what you think will make you happy. Just don't let that anger lead you down a path you can't return from." Gina says and I nod.

" I understand."

She gives me a tight smile.

" Go ahead. I'll cover for you Incase Alex suspects anything. I'll also want to know what you are up to, when you are ready to tell me." She offers. I flash her a grateful smile,plop myself up then jump down the window. I land on the ground gracefully and walk out the back yard.

The air is thick with humidity, the scent of wet soil invades my nostrils. It's still dark out and a few stars are still visible. My body tenses and I push my wolf forward,granting her control. Melody has higher chances of sneaking us to the Alpha's office than my human self. Her vision and sense of smell are sharp making it easy to bypass any guards patrolling the pack house tonight.

While it's not illegal to walk around the pack house at night,I don't want anyone spotting me going to the Alpha's office at this time of the night and spreading wild rumours. Then there's Hector and his bitch Isabella who are seemingly trailing my moves. I am certain the Alpha doesn't want to draw unnecessary attention,not even from his own men.

Melody leads the way. Our body moves smoothly and quickly through the night, dodging the few guards we spot along the way. The pack house is massive, with large fields of lush greenery and flowers. A huge pond sits near the back. My wolf halts at the back door leading to the Alpha's office and turns. I make sure no one is following me before I push the door and head inside.

Once safely inside, Melody gives me back control and I climb up the stairs leading to his office. I stop in front of his office and hesitate,then raise my hand and knock.

" Come in." I hear him say. I push the door open and enter,my heart racing. I've no idea why I am so nervous, I guess it has a lot to do with me sneaking out without telling Alex.

I enter the room,closing the door behind me and turn around to face ahead . The Alpha's gaze locks on mine and he smiles.

" Camilla. Good to see you again. I thought you wouldn't come." He asks and rises from his chair. I scan his table and my cheeks burn when I remember the dirty things we did on that table.

" Well I can't say no to the Alpha's call,can I?" Composing myself,I counter and Alpha Theo chuckles.

" How did you know I was coming?" I ask. From the look of things,he didn't seem like someone leaving the office any time soon.

" I didn't." He shrugs and walks around his desk. He stops in front of me,his hand coming up to tuck a loose strand of hair behind my ear.

" But you are here, and I'm very glad." He whispers into my ears sensually,biting my earlobe. I stifle a moan and close my eyes,savoring the sensation his teeth create against my skin.

" Did anyone see you?" He asks, still nibbling on my skin.

" No." I breathe out.

" Good."

He pulls me towards the couch,making me sit then joins me. His eyes scan my long coat and they light up.

" Do you mind taking that off? I want to see all of you." He demands,his gaze piercing. My cheeks burn.

With a racing heart and trembling hands,I remove the coat and set it aside. The Alpha's gaze darkens and a growl rumbles in his chest.

" Fuck! You are even more beautiful than I remembered." He rasps out,his voice low and husky. His compliment doesn't sound sexicised like what Hector would likely have said.It's more like he's genuinely appreciating my beauty.

His gaze travels down my body and lingers on the lace material covering my breasts. My nipples pebble under his scorching gaze and he smirks.

" This is for me." He says, pulling down the thin straps covering my shoulders. I hold my breath and nod,watching as he removes the lace material with his teeth,leaving the lace bra on.

" Fuck." He breathes out, his hands coming up to cup my breast. He pinches and squeezes them, earning a moan from me. He leans in and sucks on the left nipple while his other hand plays with the right one.

" Hmm. So fucking sweet." He rasps and sucks harder, his fingers pinching my nipples harder.

" Camilla,you look like someone on a mission to seduce me." He rasps and I smile.

" Is it working?" I ask with raised brows. Alpha Theo shakes his head. " You don't even need to do anything to seduce me,doll. You just have to appear In Front of me and my body gives its most honest reaction." He confesses.

I don't know why but the idea that the Alpha is turned on by me makes me happy. I reach up and kiss his cheek.

" What was that for?" He asks with a grin.

" Thank you. For being so nice to me." I say. Alpha Theo chuckles and his eyes light up.

" Sweetheart, this isn't me being nice. It's my true self, the man behind the Alpha mask." He whispers into my ear and my breath hitches. His words make me seem beyond the man every pack member knows. The serious and commanding Alpha who everyone respects. I see the person behind that image.

He kisses my forehead then stands.

" Whiskey or apple juice?" He asks, making his way to his mini fridge.

" Apple juice please."

" Are you sure? It's a little late to be drinking apple juice, isn't it?" He teases, handing me the drink. I giggle and take the glass from him.

" I'm not an alcoholic. I prefer apple juice over alcohol." I reply and Alpha Theo smirks.

" Or you are just scared of the consequences of getting drunk in my presence." He states squarely.