Alle Kapitel von Bound by the Alpha's Contract: Kapitel 111 – Kapitel 120

ELARARUN OR THEY DIEI bolted through the narrow hallway. The key card slipped through my fingers, clattering to the floor, but I didn’t stop. Not even for a breath.I knew I was in trouble. This was my last chance to prove myself to Vance. Even if he hadn’t said it, I knew I was hanging on a thin line and really needed to prove myself to him.The streets outside were empty, washed in the glare of the morning sun.I sprinted, aware that if I missed this flight, I might have missed my opportunity.I stood by the road, trying to flag down a taxi, but it seemed today was a busy day and they were all filled up.I looked back at the hotel and shivered. I had passed out in Aiden's arms and ended up here.I was scared and hoped nothing had happened between us. Once I arrived, the first thing I would do would be to go to the hospital and check myself for any contracted virus or pregnancy. “Airport. Now.” My voice was sharper than I intended. This taxi was empty and the driver glanced at me

No one owns me.ELARAThe door slammed as he walked away, my phone was still in his hand.“Aiden… wait.”My voice cracked, but he was already gone. All the messages and threats… no, I didn't want him to find out. They warned me and if he read everything…My stomach dropped and I ran.“Aiden!”There was no answer. I heard the front door open and I ran towards it, but before I could get outside, his car engine started and he zoomed off.At this point, I was really confused. I didn't know what to do. Was he going after them? I didn't know, nor did I know who these people were, but one thing I knew was that they could kill him or worse, and it would be my fault.I grabbed the nearest jacket and bolted out. Rainwater still clung to the streets, but his car had already disappeared from my sight.“Damn it…”I walked back into the house. Aria was still sleeping.I took a look at the wall clock and it was already thirty minutes since Aiden told me his doctor was on the way.Why wasn't he here?

ELARAEn Route to ValeriusBefore I could say another word, the lights above Gate 12 flickered red and sirens exploded through the terminal.“Security breach. All passengers step away from the exits.” The boarding scanner shut off and the doors locked automatically.My heart dropped to my stomach.“No… no, no, no…” Why was this happening? This man's hand was still on my shoulder.He didn’t look surprised.Like he knew this would happen, and I seized that opportunity, kicked him in the balls and ran off, leaving my suitcase on the floor.I didn't know where to go and I didn't know who to trust. These strangers were after my life and I needed to escape.Undoubtedly, I didn't need a soothsayer to tell me who they were.I ran. That man was still looking for me. I didn't look back, I just ran.People shoved past me from every direction. Someone crashed into my shoulder and people screamed.The whole terminal had turned into madness and the red lights kept flashing overhead like we were und

ELARAI took a deep breath, glancing down at the map.Of course it wasn’t simple. Nothing ever was.“Here,” Mara called from her bed, tossing me a huge rolled-up towel and a thick cloak.“You’ll need this… if you’re not ready to be stared at by the whole academy.”I blinked. “What?”She smirked, brushing a stray braid out of her face.“Trust me. You’re new. Everyone’s watching. Use it. Don’t be stupid like some girls who scream and run.”I caught it just as it fell, fumbling the roll in my arms. My cheeks burned. “Thanks.”Mara didn’t respond. She went back to her notebook, pen scratching.“Practice in thirty minutes. Hurry up." I sighed and slung the towel over my shoulder and held the cloak like a shield.My small bag with my tracksuits and practice gear bounced against my hip as I stepped onto the bridge.The wind hit me and I trembled. I grabbed the railings and forced myself forward.Below, the courts spread out like tiny squares of green and brown. Students ran drills, shouted

Threats ELARAI hate this. The sudden attention I was getting.“Vance!” Jay’s voice cut through my thoughts.I jolted. “Yes?” I called out, trying to keep my voice steady.“Time’s up. Your match. Come now!”I exhaled. I was exhausted and needed to rest, but I knew she wasn't going to take no for an answer.My opponent was already there. A senior.I bounced the ball twice, but my body was tense.The ball shot forward and my opponent returned it with a smirk. I ran to meet it.Serve. Return. Sprint. Repeat. My chest heaved, but I couldn’t stop. Not until the ball hit the other side. I really wanted to win.I lunged, a split step, but it was too long and my ankle twisted.Pain shot up my leg, and I stumbled, trying to catch balance not to fall.The ball bounced past me, and my opponent grinned, but I didn't care. I pressed forward, ignoring the spike in pain. Just one more swing.I leapt in full force. My racket smashed against the ball. And then, the world tilted.My racket clattered t