Chapter 51 An Old FriendNIA’S POV“That asshole!” I cursed as I spread the bedsheet for the fifth time since I woke up. I almost didn't sleep through the whole night because I couldn't get his words out of my head. Who the fuck does he think he is? Coming at me like that and saying he isn't concerned about who I am. The audacity! He called me a clown. Me? A clown? That is just so below the belt; how dare he! Even if I am not born to a total household. I am a living being, and I should have as much respect as any other person would get. He is such a bastard!I tried not to think about it when he came at me suddenly. Or it probably just didn't dawn on me quickly. For a brief second, my stupid self almost fell for his change of heart. I thought we were getting to the point where we could be vulnerable with each other. Now that I think of it, I feel stupid. What was I thinking? Someone like Gael believes the world revolves around him, and any slight changes in the control he thinks he h

Chapter 53 Honest ConfessionsNIA’S POV“Damn! She is so drunk. I didn't know she indulged in drinking this much.” Ezra commented as he lifted a sleepy Perry off the floor to the bedroom.I could not stop laughing. Perry had been the one to boast about how much she could take at one go, but three shots down and her eyes are closed. It's not like I have ever had actual alcohol. I only got to know what it tastes like because of Kingston. He was always kind enough to make me aware of everything around me. Thoughts of him often pop up, and I realize how much I miss him.I had a filled day going out with Perry; we did loads of shopping and went food tasting. My belly was almost bloated when we returned home, only for me to learn that she had incited Ezra over for dinner and a late-night drink. I don't know if I am overthinking it, but Perry is trying hard to match me and her brother. It's probably the reason she got herself drunk. It doesn't sound reasonable, but then it can't be disputed.

Chapter 55 Daddy’s GirlNIA’S POVIt would be fair if Alpha Gael didn't try so hard to make my life miserable. I thought the first day of the council meeting would be the end of him coming at me without hesitation after I gave him a piece of my mind, for some unknown reason, rather than keep him away. Whatever I said must have fueled him to come at me fiercely. There have been constant meetings because there is a contemplation on whether the hospitals should be brought to a close now that there is a healer.Ezra noted that it would bring unnecessary chaos as we must work hand in hand. The doctors are just as important as I am. Many agreed with Ezra's proposition. But Gael, being my nemesis as usual, said it wouldn't be wrong for me to handle it all. He is the Alpha, and his decisions stand, but they all resort to making him see reason. I want to bash his head against a wall so badly.“Your food will get cold if you keep glaring at it like that.” Perry's voice jolted me back to the pre

Chapter 57 Gael is hereNIA’S POVMy body feels stiff. I have been moving around the greenhouse to get some herbs moved from the previous planting vase to another. I didn't realize many of them would come to have long branches and need more expansive spaces to grow. I have been at it all morning. And because I am the only one who can handle them, there is only a little help I can ask for. Perry and Ezra are away on a bonding moment. I had fun hanging out with Ezra while Perry got ready. Their relationship makes me miss the times I spent with Kingston. I have tried calling him throughout today, but the line keeps going to voicemail.Sometimes, I sense he isn’t mentally prepared to talk to me, which must be why he takes so much time to respond. Either that, or he is busy. I would instead not jump to conclusions, but according to Perry, who has been in the relationship pool for a while, the former is probably the case. Knowing Kingston, it's possible because of his shy nature. I caressed

Chapter 59 Drunk in LoveNIA’S POV“I like you a whole lot, Nia Hayes. Believe when I say it.”Gael repeated it to my utmost shock. What the hell did they give him to drink? It's shocking enough to hear him confess the reality of his awful living. And now he is admitting to having actual feelings for me?“Is this some joke, Gael? Why are you doing this to me?” I mumbled, feeling deflated.He wiped off his tears quickly. But why am I crying so easily over my emotions? Do people shed tears during confessions? “I swear it, Nia. There is no other way for me to tell you this. I can't stop thinking about you.”“But I am a half-breed.”“It doesn't matter. I apologize for being an asshole. I—I—I have no excuse for what I have done in the past. My eyes and heart have longed for you for the longest time. All I think about in my spare and busy time is you. I get jealous when you laugh with Ezra and give off a cold attitude towards me instead. Please, I want a chance with you. I promise to behav