Chapter 07

ALEXIA 

I was aware of his eyes on me the minute he sat down but I pretended not to notice, why was he staring at me? Making sure I suddenly didn’t get up in front of the whole class and announce that he kissed me or he just got pleasure from the fear that comes with his intimidation. The sudden silence that fell upon the classroom brought me out of my thoughts and I looked around to see a teacher walking in. 

And her eyes were immediately drawn to where I was sitting like a magnet. I swallowed hard, bracing myself for whatever snarky remark she was definitely going to have about me being human, “You don’t belong in my class.” I felt myself instantly relaxed, out of all the worst things I imagined her saying, this doesn’t even come close. 

The class broke into a murmur at her question. 

I stood up with the intention of introducing myself to clear whatever confusion she might have. “I’m Alexia Jackson, I have this class ma’am—“ My words broke off by the sudden laughter that erupted and my face burned with embarrassment. Why did I stand up again? 

From the corner of my eyes, I could still feel Killian staring at me which somewhat made this moment a whole lot more embarrassing for me. Clearing my throat, I continued my introduction. “I’m taking the Luna class, I have my class schedule right here.” I immediately fished it out of my backpack and hurried to the front of the class to show it to her. 

”Luna?” Someone echoed. “Is that some kind of joke?” 

I turned to the owner of the voice. “No, it’s not.” I responded and everyone went  ooooh’ed at my response, however the girl wasn’t pleased by that. 

“It should be.” Someone else cut in. “You think anyone in their right freaking mind would mate with a Luna? Let’s even talk about your whole race being back stabbing people, and do I need to add how fucking weak you are?” And what did the entire class do? Backed her up by laughing. 

“That’s enough you two, Tia, be nice to the new student.” The teacher finally spoke but I could tell her words were as fake as the lashes she had on. 

“You may return to your seat Miss Jackson,” she added. 

I strode back to my seat without much of a thank you and on getting there, my seat was already occupied by someone else with my backpack thrown on the floor. I briefly looked at the girl, let out a sigh and picked up my bag. I looked around the class for an empty space but the only one I could find was beside Killian. 

I knew there was a reason why the seat remained empty but after weighing my options, I didn’t have any choice but to sit there, so I hesitantly and nervously made my way over there. 

“You can’t sit here.” Sneered Killian, immediately putting one of his legs over the chair. 

“There’s nowhere else to sit!” I pleaded, aware of everyone’s eyes on us, including the teacher and yet she didn’t intervene 

"What makes you think I fucking care?" He hissed back at me. 

Pressing my lips tightly together so the word ’asshole‘ doesn't come out of it which will only get me into trouble. I found a spot near the window, trying my hardest not to allow the tears that burned my eyes roll down my face. It‘s starting to feel like I was being punished for something, but how can they punish one human for something a few bunch of stupid humans do? Didn’t they think of that? Apparently not. 

By the time class was over, my legs were hurting so much and I wanted nothing more than to sit down. I waited until everyone was out before collapsing on a front roll chair, aware that Killian was still in the classroom. While waiting for my feet to cool down, I pulled out my notes and started to go through it again, to make sure I got down everything the teacher said.  

Looking up in time to see Willow strolling into the room, for a split second I wondered what Raven evil step-sister was doing here but as she made her way past me towards Killian, my unspoken question was immediately answered. 

“Alpha—“ I heard her address him and that was it for me, packing up my stuff. I particularly ran out of there bumping into someone by the entrance. I cleared my throat, going down to pick my note. 

Straightening up, I was surprised to see the person I had bumped into was Zeke, Alpha Killian best friend and Beta! Wondering what doom was about to befall me, I looked at him, startled to find him already staring down at me, his lips stretching into a smirk. 

“Am I to consider that an accident?” He inquired, folding his arms across his chest while watching me curiously. 

I expected him to be angry or just ignore me, not outright be playful about it which is a relief. “I apologize, I was just in a hurry to get out of there.” I blurted out before I could stop myself. 

The reaction to my last statement piqued his interest and he stepped forward, making 

me to back away on instinct. He looked over my shoulder, peering into the classroom, when he moved away, he was smiling like he knew something I didn’t. “I’ll consider that an accident.” He brushed past me, going into the classroom. 

I looked away from Zeke to find some unfamiliar girl blocking my path, after a good look at her I discovered she was the girl I was bickering with in class earlier. Not again, I wanted to groan aloud. 

“If I were you, I wouldn’t get too comfortable and forget that I’m not welcome here.” She told me, like I haven’t heard that already. 

“You have a problem with her Tia? Then speak directly to me.” Raven hissed, coming up to stand beside me. 

Tia scoffed. “Your sister is so much better than you.” With that, she spun around and walked away with her group of friends. When Raven tried going after her, I held her back, shaking my head in disapproval. 

“Don’t let her get to you, it’s easier to just ignore them.” I preached, I didn’t think Raven needed to take my advice, I mean the only reason I ignored them is because they were so much stronger than me. Starting a fight you know you can’t win wouldn’t  be a very wise thing to do in my case.

“You have the patience of a saint.” She remarked, letting her go. “I saw you talking to Zeke earlier, is he also bullying you? I don’t trust anyone that’s friends with Alpha Killian.” 

“Actually no, I bumped into him and he seemed very chill about it.” Unlike Killian! I hissed inwardly, my feet still ache from standing so long. 

“That aside, do you want to see me in my wolf form?” She asked excitedly, half dragging me through an open back door. Which I soon found out led outside a second later, looking around the greenery scene, I swallowed hard, wondering how I was going to tell her I don’t want to.  

“I don’t think I’m ready yet—“ I winced as someone bumped into my shoulder. 

“Sorry.” The guy immediately apologised, turning to look at me. I stared back at him as he walked away still looking at me, a blushed creep up my face and we kept eye contact until he disappeared inside. 

He’s hot! I thought, forcing my attention back on Raven once more. “You were saying?” I asked, realizing I completely missed what she said. 

“You like that guy? I saw the way you were staring at him!” She teased, flinging her arms around my neck and directing me towards the field. “I think his name is Leo.” She guessed, already trying to play match-maker and despite how good looking the guy was, my mind was still fixed on the  Alpha himself for whatever reasons. 

Which doesn’t make any sense to me, both my parents love me very much so having a crush on someone who’s mean to me seemed way out of pocket. I don’t have daddy issues or anything, I think I need to see a therapist . “Do you have any therapist contact info? I’d like to make an appointment.” 

“What?” She laughed then stopped. “You weren’t joking but why do you need a therapist? Is everything okay?” 

I didn't think so, but then I couldn’t tell her. We just met and burdening with something like this felt way too personal so taking a deep breath, I let out a chuckle. “I was just messing with you and you know what? I think one day I’ll be ready to see you in your wolf form!” Her face lit up at my words. 

I don’t just like her because she was the only person nice to me in this shitty place. I love her personality and it feels like I have known her longer than a day. My mind drifts back to Killian as usual, what's his deal?