Chapter 19
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Chapter 19
Leah’s POV
I am not going and that’s on period. “Is everything okay?” Candy asked me and I nodded, “Yes, why?” I needed to know why she was asking and she just gave me a look to tell me everything, “You look weird ever since you read the text on your phone, I wonder what the content might be.”
Oh, I didn’t know it was that obvious, I can’t let them know it was from Elijah, their Alpha. It’s best no one knows of our past.
“Well it’s just an old friend who wants us to meet but I am not going, I have other things to do.” She suddenly held my hands saying, “You are going Leah and you are lucky I am good with dressing someone up along with make up.”
“No way, I am not going, the person is annoying.”
“I have a feeling you want to go but you just don’t want to accept the truth, you are just looking for excuses, I got you so over to your room,show me everything you got.” She smiled at me and she is right, deep down I want to go but I am just making up excuses not to. I know I don't have feelings for him anymore and I am just seeing him to thank him for saving my life and that’s all so there Is no big deal there..
I showed her the few clothes I got here, I really did not bring enough clothes when coming here, the plan was to enjoy the holiday but I had no idea misfortune will be waiting here for me by taking my kids and my best friend and at the end of the day, still no clue in getting them back. Sometimes I wonder if they are still alive or dead but my wolf Cindy assured me they are still alive because she can feel them, that is one reason I am not giving up because I am certain I am so close to finding my kids so I can leave this place for good.
“Our connection with Elijah is still deep, do you want us to be with our mate again?” Cindy asked in my head.
‘No way, not after everything he did to me, he saved me so that’s the reason I am going there.” I argued with my emotions.
“I know that but is this not the right time to let him know about the kids, who knows it might speed up everything…”
“I don’t need his help and he has not been able to even rescue a kid so I got this and I also have Asher with me so that’s enough.” I added.
I noticed Candy was so focused on her phone,did she suddenly change her mind not to help me, a brief smile escaped her lips.. What could she be doing now that got her attention in full? I wondered.. About to find out, she said to me, “Your outfit will be here in thirty minutes time.”
“Outfit??? Thirty minutes??” I paused trying to read the room.
“I am lost here..”
“I mean to say, the outfit you will be wearing to see that old friend of yours will be arriving in thirty minutes time, I ordered online and after your visit to meet him,we seriously need to go shopping.”
I raised my left eyebrow, “I never said it was a ‘HE’..”
“Thank you for confirming, I guessed right and something tells me, he is more than a friend, so while you wait for your dress to get here, let’s do something with your hair.” She smiled at me and I knew from that moment I will never be able to lie to Candy…. What if she has the gift to read minds?
Getting to the time Elijah wanted me to come see him, I was still standing looking at how gorgeous I looked in the mirror. Candy is gifted with transformation skills. I could barely recognize myself. What if I am overdressed?
“Sorry to interrupt Leah but the ride you booked for is waiting which means no backing out now..” She winked at me and I nodded.
I hugged her before we got separated. The driver hit the road and I really don’t know why I started having cold feet. This is a bad idea, what was wrong with me? There is no turning back for real, so here we go Leah!!!!!
When I arrived at the location, this place was just like my desired dream house. So calm and peaceful, why on earth will he bring me to a place I love? The evening cool breeze welcomed me immediately as I got out of the taxi. Taking my first step, the place that was once dark got replaced with an amazing light and it happens with every step I take. If he thinks using this romantic gesture will win me back, he must be joking.
I finally opened the door and the smell of vanilla and strawberry scented candles filled the atmosphere. The colorful petals on the floor and beautiful music playing in the background followed by Elijah emerging from the shadow looking so handsome tonight. My entire body betrayed me just by his presence.
“You look so good, love and you smell so nice,mate..” He complimented me and I won’t lie, his compliment actually shook the feminist left inside of me. He came closer to me and I retraced my steps. I thought I wouldn’t be able to speak at first but I said the opposite, “Listen Elijah, I didn’t come here because of you, don’t get the wrong idea.”
He let out a smile and slowly took my hands, he kissed them and moved closer with his mouth touching my ears as he whispered, “We both know you came here because you want me, it’s okay to want me love, I want you too….” His husky voice sent shivers down my spine with a rush of adrenaline.
“Our bond is like a drug,we are too addicted to resist wanting it.” He kissed my neck, gosh, how do I fight this, the entire hair on my body stood firm and my n****e was already so hard revealing the spot from the dress. He slowly placed his strong hand around my waist.
“Stop this madness, have you forgotten you ended this with me years ago?” That was supposed to come out with rage but still again, my tone betrayed me as it sounded so weak.
“And what if I had an explanation for it?” The more I tried to go back, the door caught me from behind and he placed his hand high above my head on the door with his other hand caressing my face……our eyes glued to each other like magnet pairs.
“What explanation?” My voice barely above the whisper.
He leaned closer with our nose touching, “Or better still,keep that memory aside.” He tried to kiss me and I was already giving in but he withdrew with a smile , gosh that was hot!!! “And let’s focus on the good memory we are about to make here.”
“Screw you Elijah!!” Our lips crashed together and his strong arm lowered down to my waistline.
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