บททั้งหมดของ The Alpha's World Claimed Me : บทที่ 31 - บทที่ 40

Alexei's POVI could feel the days running out, and the tension was becoming unbearable. Every day, I pictured the look on her face when I finally told her the truth. But when I stood up and saw her standing in the doorway, her expression was worse than I imagined. It wasn't disgust or hate, it was pure, shattered confusion.I tried to reach for her, to explain, but she bolted. I chased after her, panic rising when I realized she was heading toward the barrier. I thought it would stop her, but to my horror, she passed through it as if it weren't even there. How? I followed, calling her name into the darkness, but she was impossibly fast. I ran my hands through my hair, frustrated and terrified. I had locked that door... how was it open?My mom, Viktor, Maya, and Emilia joined the search as night fell. If she was past the barrier, she was prey. Suddenly, a piercing scream ripped through the trees.Every instinct in me snapped. I shifted mid-stride, bones popping and fur bursting throug

Alexei's POV I wasn't okay. A sharp pain twisted in my chest every time she pulled away from my touch or refused my help. Even as she walked into her apartment building, I could see her hands shaking. She was trying to act tough, but I knew she was terrified.She didn't know that I already had the man who attacked her in my custody. Thank goddess I hadn't killed him yet. Now knew he wasn't sent by Mario but he was someone from Novel’s past.I couldn't leave her alone. Even if she was angry and needed space, I couldn't just drive away when I knew she wasn't safe. So, I stayed in my car. I parked it right outside her building and sat there like a watchman, keeping my eyes on the road.Despite the heavy secret of the man in my cellar, I felt like the happiest man alive. Even if it took her a whole year to forgive me, I would be happy because she didn't reject me. She even told me she didn't think I was a monster. I smiled to myself, looking up at her window. Her lights were still on.A

Novel's POV He smiled, trying to hide a blush. “Yes, it’s all mine.”“Wow, that’s amazing. I always knew you were smart, but handling Pulse Edge, Volkov Limited, and your pack all at once? That’s impressive,” I said, beaming at him. I took a big spoonful of the food. “Mmm, this is delicious!”“Really? You like it?” he asked, his eyes lighting up.“Yes, of course! Have a bite.” I offered him a taste from my spoon. He leaned in and took it.“You’re right. It is good,” he said with a grin. A moment later, he stood up. “Excuse me for a second, I need to use the restroom.”“Sure,” I replied, continuing to eat. I was almost done, so I pulled out my phone to scroll through my feed while I waited. A minute later, I heard footsteps. I knew it was him immediately.“You’re fast,” I said, not looking up from my screen.Suddenly, I felt him kneel on the floor in front of me. I dropped my phone, my attention snapping to him. He was holding a small velvet box. When he clicked it open, a diamond r

Novel's POV After the Full Moon ceremony ended, I was led back to the room where I had waited earlier. My head was spinning, I would have fainted right there in the woods if Alexei hadn't been by my side. Everything felt like a fever dream.The maids helped me sit at the edge of the bed before leaving me alone. I stood up immediately, desperate to get out of the gown. It felt like it weighed a hundred pounds. Mrs. Volkov hadn't said much to me, everything was moving too fast. I reached behind my back, struggling with the zipper, but it wouldn't budge.Just as I was about to grow frustrated, I felt warm hands replace mine. I knew that scent, cedar and wood. A small smile touched my lips as I let him take over. He moved slowly, his knuckles brushing against my skin as the zipper slid down. When the fabric finally gave way, he didn't pull away. Instead, he traced a single finger up and down the length of my spine.My breath hitched. “Are... are you done?” I whispered, my voice soundin

Alexei's POV I walked up to Novel. She was still sitting, and while she offered a smile, it didn’t reach her eyes. My gaze dropped to her neck, landing on the Mark. My Mark. A wave of primal satisfaction washed over me, pulling a genuine smile to my lips.“Let’s go eat,” I said, reaching down to help her up.As she stood, I made a mental note to dig into her worries. Now that the immediate chaos was over, I had a list of things to settle, dealing with the man who attacked her and solving the theory of that necklace. I doubted Novel realized the danger she was in, the way that jewelry seemed to be either consuming her or shielding her. I couldn't even force it off her neck. Maybe I’m just hallucinating, I thought, trying to calm my racing mind. Maybe I’m reading too much into it. If she isn't complaining, it must be safe.I pulled out a chair for Novel, and the maid immediately served us.“Hmm,” she moaned softly as she took a full spoonful. “It’s delicious.”“I know, right?” I repl