Lahat ng Kabanata ng Once Betrayed Now Untouchable : Kabanata 131 - Kabanata 140

Karina's POV. Who called the cops? I asked, my voice cutting right through the tension. My question just hung there in the air, unanswered, but then I saw him, Alpha Edward, walking toward us, his face a careful mask of concern. And just like that, it all clicked. Of course, it all made perfect sense. His being here could only mean one thing. Luna Victoria had told him everything. She must have figured out where the orchard was, found out the Foster women were in Boulder, and rushed over here with Edward in tow, just dying to watch the drama unfold and maybe stir up a little of her own. Karina, Alpha Edward said, his voice oozing fake warmth. Mrs. Foster spotted him, and her entire demeanor transformed as if she'd just seen salvation walking toward her in a pair of designer shoes. Edward, she cried. Her voice thick with desperation. Please help Lyla. Karina was trying to kill her. My daughter is hurt. She needs a hospital right away. I shot her an icy glare. Camille, Jacks, and

Karina's POV. You'll keep your word on that, right? Alpha Adrian's voice was low and smooth, practically brushing against my skin like warm velvet. My heart gave a wild skip. When I tried to turn away, he caught my chin with surprising gentleness, tilting my face up until our eyes locked. His voice dropped another octave, dangerously close. Don't even think about running. I always notice. My pulse was thundering in my ears so loudly I could barely hear him. My eyes flicked down to his lips, and my throat went dry. He leaned in, his breath warm against my mouth, his thumb trailing over my cheek like it belonged there. I panicked. Alpha! I yelped, pulling back and swatting his hand away. He blinked, clearly taken aback. I stared at him, wide-eyed and breathless. Trapped under his unreadable gaze, I blurted. Pointed out the first thing that popped into my head that was very eco-friendly of you. Waste not, want not. After spouting that complete nonsense, I gave his hand a firm

Karina's POV. At the Lakeside Park Walkway. See, Caleb just sent this. Told you I was right. Alpha Adrian said, showing me his phone, looking at the picture of Alpha Edward, standing in the hotel hallway, hands on his hips, and a thunderous look on his face. I was completely speechless. Seriously, what was wrong with him? Shouldn't he be at the hospital? He was my ex-husband. What right did he have to inject himself into my life like this? I awkwardly handed the phone back. I'm sorry for dragging you into this mess. Alpha Adrian just chuckled. It's fine. I did say, if you lost, you'd have to take a walk with me. I nodded quickly. Yes, walking is nice. Very nice. After a few minutes of strolling in silence, I said brightly, Alpha, are you tired? There's a bench right here. You should sit. And look, a convenience store. I'll go get you some water. Before he could even answer, I was already jogging away inside the store. I started grabbing random drinks, snacks, and tissues

Karina POV A long, soul-crushing silence filled the room. Camille's excitement evaporated, replaced by the look of someone who just realized their winning lottery ticket was for last week's.You asked Alpha Adrian Wolf, alpha of the Silver Peak Pack, if his services came with a price tag?Technically, he mentioned it first. I offered weekly cringing under her glare. She narrowed her eyes.Okay. What are we talking, a pretty woman situation here? Or was this like some kind of messed-up dare?I cringed so hard my spine might have shortened. He.Said, if we wanted to keep going, it would cost me. Camille rolled her eyes so hard I thought she might pull a muscle, grabbing my shoulders. She gave me a gentle shake.Karina, for my own sanity, please tell me you're 100% sure. That's what he said.I tried to recall the moment through the fog of lust and liquor.Pretty sure, maybe I only had, like, half a shot. She.Sniffed the air around me and groaned. Girl, you cannot negotiate internation

Karina's POV. I literally choked on my soup. He handed me a napkin, then leaned in, without warning, and gently wiped the corner of my mouth. His thumb brushed against my lower lip, sending a spark straight through me. His voice dropped low and intimate. Some things once offered can't be taken back. Karina, if you're not prepared for what comes next, you shouldn't ask for them in the first place. My brain short-circuited. Somehow I managed to croak. And what if I already have? His eyes met mine. Calm, dangerous. Then I will come to collect, no matter where you run. My stomach did a complete five-star somersault. I stared at my bowl like it was a life raft. This chowder was safe, warm, predictable. The man across from me was temptation and long-term consequences. Alpha Adrian, of course, wasn't finished with me. Why do you act so panicked at the thought of seeing things through? He asked. A smirk playing on his lips. He was clearly enjoying watching me squirm. Won't you even