All Chapters of Alpha’s Deal: Be My Mate: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Chapter Eleven: Not One of ThemZarina’s POVI sat on the edge of the bed, brushing my hair with slow, shaky hands. The morning light was soft, slipping through the curtains like a quiet whisper. My heart felt heavy for reasons I couldn’t explain. Last night had shaken me. The way Asher held me. The way his voice softened when he asked about my past. The way he looked at me like I was something more than just a name on a contract.A soft knock on the door pulled me from my thoughts.“Asher?” I asked quietly.He opened the door without waiting for permission. He always did that—like this room was his too, like I was his.He looked different today. Still sharp. Still strong. But his eyes held something I couldn’t name. Guilt, maybe. Or fear.“I wanted to see you,” he said.My heart skipped. “Is everything okay?”He didn’t answer right away. Instead, he came closer and sat beside me. I tensed, unsure. But then his hand found mine—warm, steady.“You looked upset last night,” he said softl

Chapter Thirteen: The Price of Silence Zarina’s POV I woke up slowly, my eyes blinking against the morning light that streamed through the window. As I stretched out, I reached for Asher beside me, but he wasn’t there. My hand brushed against the cool, empty space he had occupied only hours ago. A sudden chill ran through me, but I shook it off, pushing myself up in bed. I couldn’t help but smile to myself, remembering last night—how he had kissed me, how he had held me close, as if I was the most important thing in the world. But now, I was alone. The smile faded from my face, replaced with a dull ache in my chest. I stood up, my feet softly landing on the cold wooden floor. I needed to see him. I wanted to see how he is doing. I could already feel the emptiness in the house, the quiet pressing in. He had to be somewhere. I tiptoed through the halls, trying to be as quiet as possible, not wanting to disturb anyone. When I reached the living room, I stopped. I could hear vo

Chapter Title: "Prove It"Zarina's POVI sat by the window in my room, staring out into the dark sky. The stars were hidden behind thick clouds, and everything was chilly. My heart was sinking. I couldn't breathe right, couldn't get him out of my mind.Asher.He wasn't there in my life as he used to be, maybe Cara is getting his whole attention now. It was as if everything between us had shattered, and I had no idea how to glue it together. How to glue us together. I could still feel his touch from last night, his heat on my skin, but it all felt so distant now. So unreal.I wanted to be able to believe him. I wanted to be able to believe he was sorry, but I did not know how. How could I after what he had done? After what he had agreed to?I closed my eyes and took a shaking breath. The pain in my chest did not go away.Suddenly, the door burst open. I did not even need to look up to know who it was."Asher," I whispered, my voice barely audible.He didn't speak right away. He just s

Chapter SeventeenEmotionalZarina's POV (I)I couldn't take it anymore. I had been in my room for hours, my head spinning. Why was Asher not paying attention to me? What did I do wrong? The quietness around me was crushing, was choking. I kept repeating everything that happened—the way he was cold, the way his eyes didn't have the heat they used to have when he looked at me.I missed him. I missed the way he guarded me, the way he watched over me. But now. it was like he did not even notice me anymore. He had been avoiding me for days. Every time I tried to talk to him, he would just turn and walk away, or worse, remain silent. It hurt so much.I attempted to hold back the tears, but it was in vain. The pain in my chest was excruciating. I felt as if I was losing him, and it was breaking me from the inside out. I stood up from the bed, quickly brushing away the tears, trying to hold back the paralyzing sadness. I had to find him. I had to talk to him. Maybe then would I understand wh

Chapter NineteenUnexpected Zarina’s POVAsher’s voice filled the room, warm and comforting. He walked in holding a beautiful gown, his eyes locked on mine.“I got this for you,” he said softly, his voice gentle as he handed it to me. “Make sure you wear it for the ceremony. I want everyone to see you, Zarina. I want them to know you’re my mate. I will announce you as mine, and everyone will know.”My heart stopped for a moment. He really means it… I couldn’t believe it. He’s going to announce me… as his mate. Finally.I took the gown from his hands, my fingers shaking with excitement. The soft fabric felt cool against my skin, and the way he looked at me made me feel like I was floating. The gown was beautiful—a deep red with gold embroidery along the edges. It was perfect for this moment.“I’ll be there, Asher,” I whispered, my voice shaking with happiness. “I’ll be there. I’m ready.”Asher smiled at me, a smile that made my heart flutter. “I know you will be. You’re my mate, Zarin