Ariel's POVNever would I have thought I'll be in a position like this with Kevin. I mean, he's always cool-headed, but I've never seen him as dead serious. I want to take it as a joke, but, anytime I lift my eyes and have eye contact with him, I could tell he wants it. Furthermore, I fiddled with the hem of my shirt, my eyes refusing to leave the floor. Personally, I would never look him in the eyes again, but he suddenly withdrew. “Sorry, Ariel, I apologize if that got you feeling uncomfortable,” he said unexpectedly.“Yeah,” I said absent-mindedly. I didn't even think twice about my reply. Afterward, I could see the disappointment in Kevin's eyes. “Kevin, I…”“I need to get to the park quickly. I promised the keepers that I will be there to help this weekend. So please move,” He said, and I could tell he was trying his best to keep his voice low. I felt like shit while exiting his room. It isn't a crime to ask for a kiss from your very own mate, is it? Yet, I openly expressed how
Kevin's POVSingularly, I could describe my entire day as shit. I couldn't believe I acted like a total freak with Ariel earlier today. Of course, she was bound to feel uncomfortable when someone demands a kiss; it is literally both unpredictable and fucking creepy. Fuck! Now I wonder what she thinks of me. I won't be surprised when she'll starts avoiding me and giving me the cold shoulder. I do deserve it. Throughout the day, I kept sighing obliviously, and the keepers noticed. Of course, they tried to help in any way they could, but I couldn't cheer up. The fact that my mate might tend to avoid me gives me the chills. “Kevin, if there's anything we could do to help you, don't hesitate to tell us. You are a nice gentleman, and we'll do everything in our power to reciprocate the help you have rendered,” One of the keepers said tenderly before I left the park. I merely smiled, before leaving wordlessly. Telling them about my problem will only burden them unnecessarily; that is someth
Ariel's POV…The penetrative rays of light caressed my face continuously, getting me awake. I batted my lashes severally and stared tiredly at the ceiling. But on second thought, this wasn't my room. I sprang from bed instantly, with my eyes roaming around the room. The smell of aspirin filled my nostrils, and I groaned. Where the fuck am I?Come to think of it, what really happened yesterday? I shut my eyes close, allowing the memories to flood in—events of yesterday rushed in; the secret training room, leaving home to meet with Kevin in the park and the thugs. I gasped afterward. The thugs! “One….stabbed me” I hushed, as I lifted my hand gently. Truly, there's been treated with a tube connected to my wrist. Oh, fuck!I can't believe I got stabbed so easily. I pouted and fell heavily on the bed—I really need to start training. Not only that, but I'm so fucking weak. My thoughts were disrupted thanks to his entrance. “You're awake” Kevin muttered, though glee was evident in his ton
Ariel's POVWaking up the next morning, I couldn't bring myself to stand up. For some reason, I have a feeling that today will be nothing but shit. Last night, Kevin and I didn't get along so well. After making that statement, I went straight to bed without having dinner, and I could tell that got him upset. Again, he must have had the notion that I'm an ungrateful brat. If I explain to him, is he going to understand? If I tell him the story from the beginning, will he also be able to share my hatred for them? I can't imagine myself being all buddy-buddy with them again. I hate them; that is a summary of it.Letting out an exhausted sigh, I forced myself to get out of bed. Afterward, I dragged my feet into the bathroom and had an unnecessarily long bath. Why do I feel so bittered knowing that he is angry with me? Is this how it feels when your mate doesn't want to talk to you? It hurts. Like a lot. When I was foolishly dating Ace, and despite how temperamental he was, I never felt
Ariel's POVMy eyes dilated in shock as he said that. Does he honestly think he can boss me around?“Who the fuck do you think you are?” I ended up yelling at him.“I'm your mate, Ariel! So stop acting like a kid and come live with me now!” his tone was a bit slow as he loosened his grip. I couldn't stop myself from gaping at him. Glancing at my wrist, I gritted at its redness. In my past life, when Ace and I were dating, he has never acted savagely with me. Maybe I've never seen this side of him, but I'm still shocked. Come to think of it, I died in August, and now it's December. Of course, I get to see unpredictable things, depending on how long I'll live. But never did I imagine that Ace would act so unforgiving towards me. Apart from the fact that I am his mate, should he really be treating a lady in this manner?I glared at him murderously before rolling my eyes. “You're joking. You're fucking joking. You ain't shit to tell me what I am or what I'm not supposed to do! Who do y
Chloe's POV“Chloe, don't mind her. She doesn't deserve a friend like you,”“You deserve someone better than Ariel. Mind being my friend?”“It is understandable if you did her wrong, she's worthless anyway,” “I heard Ariel was partially responsible for the death of a grandmother. Chloe, you should stop hanging out with someone as dangerous as her,”“Despite all you do for her, she doesn't appreciate you. What a bitch!"All these comments kept flooding in as I sat on my chair. My face was lowered, and it made it virtually impossible for anyone to see the last smile playing on my lips.What a bunch of fools they all are. I can't believe my plan worked better than I expected. I only anticipated that'll throw shades at Ariel. But surprisingly, they keep on consoling me with cheesy comments. Now I'm the good guy while Ariel is the motherfucking btch.‘Does getting praised feels this amazing ?’ I wondered joyfully. I merely lifted my head once Ace's scent filled my nostrils. As expected, m
Chapter sixteenAriel's POVAfter my last statement, the dining room got engulfed in silence. No one said anything, but the shocked looks on their faces portrayed their emotions. “Ariel dear, you want to start working? But why? We've got everything that you will ever desire,” Agnes stood immediately. It took a lot out of me not to roll my eyes sarcastically at her. It isn't much of a big deal, so I don't see why the fuck they are getting so worked up. “Ma'am, it's not an abomination for a girl my age to involve herself in minimal jobs. I'm also trying to survive, and I can't be dependent on you guys forever,” I tried to reason with them, but I guess they are all a bunch of blockheads. “Dependent? What the hell are you saying? So now you want to be independent or what?” Ace growled aggressively. Moreover, he banged the table with his fist, sending a handful of food to the ground.“Girl, there isn't a valid reason for you to start working. Why would you want to stress yourself when
Chapter seventeen. Ariel's POVDue to the raucousness of my tone, Tyler got shocked, and he fell heavily on the floor.“Ariel!” he growled, visibly displeased at me. He winced while standing up from the ground. Yet, I couldn't believe what he just said. Kevin has a crush?Okay. I know that shouldn't surprise me, considering how deadly handsome he is, but we are mates. Despite that, he went to see some girl who is drooling over him?Isn't that a bit unfair? I clenched my fist angrily as I tried my best not to let out another scream. The news is so overwhelming for me to control that I stood up.“Is something the matter? Or you're going to scream again?” Tyler asked with his eyes fixed on me. I let out a deep sigh before facing him. “Nothing's wrong; everything's fine, totally fine. And I apologize for yelling unexpectedly,” I apologized with a small smile spreading on my lips.“It's nothing. And you can apologize by helping me make dinner,” he arose from his seat and began walking t