All Chapters of THE ALPHA KING'S STRIPPER MATE: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

Camilla POVThey were both shocked to see me, like they weren't expecting me to be there or didn't want me to eavesdrop on their conversation.Technically, I wasn't eavesdropping; I came out of my test with my heart full. I’d done well—surprisingly, considering I didn't even study it.I was heading to meet whoever Patrick insisted I see earlier before I dodged him when I saw them ahead—Landon and Tristan, deep in conversation. They seemed to be going towards the exit.My mind flashed back to this morning, to Landon tugging my arm and whispering about our date like a threat. My cheeks warmed, no doubt turning scarlet. Stop it, Camilla. Stop blushing.I cupped my cheek and started massaging it to go back to normal. Students gave me weird stares, but I didn't care.He's a jerk and unromantic. Who asked someone on a date like a death threat? But he's nice sometimes. I needed to finish my work early so I could catch the bus to the thrift store for a dress. Most of my wardrobe was hand-me-

Camilla POV“What's funny?” His voice startled me; I wasn't aware that he was standing there until I walked into him.“Sorry.” I quickly apologized after he helped steady me.How did he know I was laughing?“Why were you laughing? Is everything funny to you?” He bit back, his eyes closing briefly as he took a deep breath like he was trying not to lash out.“What?” I was dumbfounded by his question. But he didn't respond and continued inside. I followed quietly behind, my footsteps echoing on the marble floor.I couldn’t understand why he suddenly sounded angry; perhaps it was because he was upset that I was late again for our date.“I am sorry.” I found myself saying, “I didn't mean to be late. It was inevitable for me not to be.” “And why is that? Why do you always come up with excuses when I try to do something you wanted? Is this your way of retaliation to this marriage?” He spat venomously, looking over his shoulder, eyes filled with anger.“What? No. God no. I would never do t

Camilla POVHe looked confused for a moment, his eyes narrowed in a slit, “Like what?” “Like this…” I pointed at him, “controlling, arrogant, always liking to tell people what to do, not taking no for an answer.”“I am not like that.” He counterargued. “Trust me. You're more than that. Even with you and Tristan. Someone doesn't need a soothsayer to tell them that you're his boss.” I snickered, seeing his hesitation, confusion, and conflicting expressions. “Answer the question.”“I don't know, but I guess I love being in control. That's who I am and who I was born to be.” He said nonchalantly.But it didn't answer my question. In fact, more questions arise in my mind. “So it's my turn now.” He thought for a few seconds, and an evil glint took over his facial features. “Why do you love Alina so much? Why do you work so much? And why do you feel the need to always please people?”With each question leaving his mouth, my ears rang loudly. When I said twenty questions, I never expected

Camilla POVI did not just say that!Camilla, he's not someone you want to waste your time worrying about!You don't have to care where he is. You don't have to care what he thinks about you.This was the exact phrase I repeated like a broken mantra to myself as I made breakfast. Blueberry pancakes, orange juice and water. But somehow even I didn't believe it. Deep down with every breath my lungs pushed out, I didn't know what I believed in anymore.The fear of the unknown that was somehow known to me clogged my skin like an incurable disease. My mind, heart, and brain were jumbled together and separated—confused and out of this world.Somehow I didn't want to care. I shouldn't care whatever he does with his life, but that curious side of me couldn't help it.My fingers itched to pick up my phone and send him a message, call him even—then I convinced myself I was just being curious and picked up the phone, scrolled to his contact, and was about to press the dial button, my heart abou

Camilla POVHis words knocked the wind out of me.My pulse thundered in my ears, the blood boiling in my veins.“What did you say?” The retort flew from my mouth like shards of ice, sharp and chilling.“Look, I am sorry. I thought…” He finally built up the courage to meet my blazing eyes; each word out of his mouth fanned the flames of my fury.“YOU THOUGHT WHAT? WHO THE FUCK DO YOU THINK YOU ARE TO CONTROL MY LIFE? HOW DARE YOU?” “Camilla. Please just listen; I am sorry. I thought I wouldn't…”I cut him off; his voice was agitating me more. “Just drop it. I am not interested in acting as your girlfriend. Take me back to my dorm.”The gate swung open wide, a white Range Rover entered the compound and drove past me, straight to the second parking lot in the mansion.“Camilla.” A feminine voice screamed as soon as the door was yanked open, and Pamela jumped down from the car, running towards me.She pulled me into a hug. “Oh my God. I didn't know you came to our house.” She was jumping