All Chapters of Chasing the Alpha I Once Rejected : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

‎Liam finished the last spoonful of food slowly. The plate rested on his lap, now empty, but he didn’t move to set it aside. ‎ ‎His thoughts were elsewhere. ‎ ‎Still on Ivy being at his window and running off when he saw her. ‎ ‎His fingers tightened slightly against the edge of the tray. ‎ ‎Why would she come… just to leave? ‎ ‎If she hated him now... If she meant what she said at school, then why show up at all? ‎ ‎It didn’t make sense. ‎ ‎Liam frowned. “Maybe I imagined it…” ‎ ‎But no, he was sure he had seen her. ‎ ‎That slight frame of her face peeking in, the way she moved, and her hair fluttering before she jumped, Liam couldn't mistake Ivy for anyone else. ‎ ‎It was her, it had to be! ‎ ‎Liam leaned back against the headboard, exhaling. ‎ ‎“She could’ve just stayed…” His chest felt tight again, he felt hurt. ‎ ‎A strange mix of frustration and something softer, something he didn’t quite understand yet grasped him ‎ ‎Fearing that if he lingered too m

‎The front door creaked open softly at Liam's push.‎‎Kyle stepped in first, one hand lightly guiding Liam inside before shutting the door behind them.‎‎The faint sound was enough to stir Selene awake on the couch.‎‎Her brows knit together as she shifted, her eyes fluttering open slowly, still heavy with sleep.‎‎“…Liam?” Her voice came out groggy at first. Then she tensed and shot up, seeing him standing there and not in bed.‎‎Her gaze sharpened instantly, “…What are you doing down here?”‎‎Then her eyes lifted, landing on Kyle standing right behind him.‎‎Selene blinked, confusion settling on her face, “Wait… what?”‎‎She pushed herself upright, rubbing her temple slightly as she tried to piece things together.‎‎“Weren't you upstairs?... How?” she muttered, more to herself than anyone else. Looking from Liam who hid his face to Kyle.‎‎Her gaze snapped back to Liam, “Did something happen?”‎‎Liam didn’t answer. He just stood there. He glanced at Kyle, as if pishing t

‎Selene gave a wry smile as she spoke, shaking her head. She stood and looked at Kyle, quipping to say a thank you to him for bringing Liam back and letting her know about what he was trying to hide from her. She knew Kyle wouldn't wait around after all. ‎‎But when she saw the alpha standing from where he sat across on the opposite couch, striding towards her with a wry smile on her face, her brows furrowed slightly. Selene just watched him as he drew close, unsure why he did.‎‎Kyle didn't look away, he stared deep in her eyes as he moved close, enough that she couldn't help but be baffled.‎‎Then, he lifted his hand.‎‎Selene froze, unable to even think at all anymore.‎‎She just stood like a deer in headlight as he brushed his thumb gently across the corner of her lips in a slow, deliberate motion.‎‎“You had a little something there,” he said casually.‎‎Selene’s breath hitched. Her eyes widened just slightly and heat rushed to her face instantly.‎‎“Oh--”, She stepped ba

Kyle didn’t realize how fast he was driving until the engine growled louder than usual beneath him. ‎ ‎The road stretched ahead, empty and dimly lit, streetlights flashing past in long, blurred streaks. His hands tightened on the steering wheel, then loosened again, fingers flexing as if trying to ground himself. ‎ ‎His heart hadn’t slowed. Not even a little. ‎ ‎“…What the hell was that?” The words slipped out, low and rough. But there was no anger in them. ‎ ‎Just disbelief... and something dangerously close to exhilaration. He stomped on the break pedal, stopping the car mid road. ‎ ‎Kyle's gaze stuck to the distant road, his mind reeling back to the kiss. ‎ ‎“Stupid…” He exhaled sharply, one hand leaving the wheel for a brief second, his thumb brushing across his lips that had broadened into a wry smile. ‎ ‎The same lips that he had just kissed Selene with. ‎ ‎He was conflicted about that very action, wondering why exactly he did that. He should nev

‎‎By the time Kyle arrived, Selene was ready. Or at least, she hoped she looked ready.‎‎Her outfit was simple, but carefully chosen; A dark v-neck, low cut, armless top and tight jeans, with a pair of ankle boots that matched her handbag.‎‎Nothing too obvious, nothing too forced... Just enough.‎‎She stepped outside as his car pulled up. ‎‎For a moment, they just looked at each other.‎‎Silence stretched between them, thick and charged.‎‎Kyle leaned slightly against the driver’s side door, eyes scanning her briefly.‎‎Then, he flashed a faint smirk, "Took you long enough.”‎‎Selene blinked, then frowned, “You just got here.”‎‎“And?” His tone was casual, too casual. As if he hadn't disappeared for days.‎‎Selene felt her cheeks warm slightly,“…Shut up.”‎‎Kyle chuckled softly. Then opened the passenger door.‎‎“Get in.”‎‎The drive was quiet. ‎‎It wasn't uncomfortable, but it wasn't normal either.‎‎There was something lingering between them. Something heavy and u