Lahat ng Kabanata ng Too Late, Alpha: The Mate He Never Wanted : Kabanata 101 - Kabanata 110

Iris’s POVThe world blurred when I tried to open my eyes. My ears were ringing with an endless buzz. “She’s barely conscious,” a familiar voice said somewhere above me. I couldn’t tell who it was, it sounded far away.“Let me carry her back to her room,” another voice offered. Was that Shane? Maybe.“No,” a deeper voice cut through firmly. “I’ll carry her.”I would know that voice anywhere. Rowan.The scent of pine and fresh rain flooded my nose. My body reacted, and I relaxed, leaning toward his warmth.“Easy,” Rowan said quietly.Strong arms lifted me from the ground as if I weighed nothing.“She’s out cold,” Shane said somewhere behind. His voice was mixed with worry and pride. “Damn. I know I’m a good teacher, but even I didn’t think she would fight like that.”“You just want the credit,” Jasmine muttered from behind too.“Of course I want the credit,” Shane shot back. “Did you see her during the fight? That wasn’t the same woman who was about to enter the ring some minutes ago.

Iris’s POV“Stay indoors today to avoid attracting attention to yourself.” Shawn muttered, then he turned and walked out, closing the door behind him.I exhaled and lay back on the bed. I covered my legs with the blanket and tried to look as tired as possible. If anyone else came in, I didn’t want more questions.A few quiet minutes passed. Then someone knocked on the door. I resisted the urge to groan.“Who is it?” I called out.“It's me,” a familiar voice replied.Rowan.My chest tightened, and I gripped the hoodie around me tighter.“Come in,” I replied, trying to keep my voice steady.The door creaked open, and Rowan stepped in. His hair was slightly wet with sweat, as if he had just come in from training. His shirt was wet and stuck to his chest, showing the hard muscles of his chest. My face heated and I quickly looked away.His brown eyes were on me immediately he stepped in.“You’re awake,” he said, his voice was soft as he stepped inside and shut the door softly.I stayed whe

Iris's POVMy heart pounded so loudly I was sure Rowan could hear it.His eyes stayed on mine steady. The room felt smaller, as the air became tense.“You still didn’t answer,” I whispered.His lips twitched to an almost smile. “You’re stubborn.”“And you’re avoiding the question.”He took another slow step. “Maybe.”I stepped back, but he followed me. My back brushed against the wall, and I gulped. He planted a hand on the wall beside my shoulder, caging me in easily.“Rowan…” My voice cracked.His eyes darkened. “You drive me insane.”Before I could react, his other hand came up and cupped my cheek. The feel of his palm against my skin sent a shiver down my spine.“I—” I started, but his thumb brushed the corner of my mouth and whatever words I had vanished.Then his mouth was on mine.It wasn’t gentle. It was hot and sudden, the kind of kiss that made my breath catch and my knees weak.For a moment, I froze. Then something inside me gave way and I kissed him back, my fingers clutc

Iris's POVI woke up slowly, my mind was still foggy with sleep. The first thing I noticed was how warm I felt, like I was wrapped in a cocoon of warmth. The second thing I noticed was the dull ache between my legs.My eyes snapped open instantly.Memories from last night came flooding back. Rowan's hands on my skin. His mouth on mine. It was not a dream.Heat crept into my face before I could stop it.I turned my head and there he was. He lay on his side facing me with one arm wrapped loosely across my waist. His dark hair was messy. His face looked younger in sleep. He looked so peaceful in a way I had never seen when he was awake.The urge to reach out and brush his hair away from his face was almost overwhelming. I wanted to trace the line of his jaw, to feel his skin again.He looked beautiful.That thought made my chest tight. Last night he had made me feel beautiful too. The way he looked at me, touched me, like I was something precious.He had knelt before me with admiration

Iris’s POVShane caught my expression the moment I stepped out of the training area. He winced and lifted his eyebrows as I approached.“How bad was it this time?” he asked.I ran a hand through my damp hair. “Lucas thinks I’m wasting his time.”Shane sighed, walking beside me. “It’s been almost two weeks, right?”“Yeah,” I muttered.“Right.” He studied me for a moment, then shook his head. “You look paler than usual, almost like some sort of vampire.”I shot him a glare, but there wasn’t much heat in it.“I’m serious,” he said. “You’re dragging. Even in our private sessions, you barely do anything before I end the session for the day.”I winced. It was true. We had to pause our own training a week ago because I couldn’t keep up.“You should go to the healer,” he said. “Maybe you caught something.”I snorted. “Werewolves don’t get sick, Shane.”He folded his arms. “Then explain why you look like you’re about to pass out half the time.”I rolled my eyes. “I’m just tired. I just need mor