THE ENIGMA'S FIRST AND LAST

THE PAST AND NEWFOUD FEELINGS

We're now in front of my penthouse.

Yuxuan stops at the entrance of my penthouse it feels like a symbol of my power and dominance, a reflection of my dual nature.

"Wow... this place is even more impressive than I thought!"

He steps inside, his gaze lingering on the large windows that offer a stunning view of the city. He can see his reflection in the glass, looking both nervous and excited. He turns to me, his expression serious.

"Hua, can we talk about this now? I need to understand what being an Enigma means for us and our relationship. I can't wait any longer."

"Let's sit and talk."

Yuxuan nods and follows me to the couch, his heart pounding in his chest. He sits down beside me, leaving a small gap between us . He can feel the tension in the air, the weight of the conversation were about to have. He fidgets with his hands, trying to find the right words to express his confusion and curiosity.

"Okay... so you're an Enigma. I guess that explains why you're so... dominant. Why you can control your pheromones better than any Alpha I've ever met."

He pauses, then adds,"But what does that mean for me? For us? And how does it affect your position as an Alpha CEO?"

"For me it means nothing I'll still be the Alpha CEO, and for us I still don't know how to love or how to feel about all this."

Yuxuan's expression softens at my honesty, though he can see the struggle in my eyes. He reaches out and takes my hand, his thumb rubbing soothing circles on my skin.

"I understand that it's new for you too. But you're not just an Alpha CEO, you're also an Enigma. And as your potential mate, I need to understand the full scope of what that means for us. It's going to be difficult for me to adjust to the idea of being with someone who's not only my boss but also my superior in terms of hierarchy."

He sighs, his grip on my hand tightening slightly.

"But I'm willing to try. I want to help you figure out how to love and feel, even if it means going against my instincts sometimes."

"I'm hard to get through because of my past...I wasn't always this cold and distant in the past."

Yuxuan's eyes fill with concern as i mention my past. He leans in closer, his voice gentle and patient.

"What happened in your past, Hua? What made you so cold and distant? I know you don't like to talk about it, but if we're going to work through this, I need to know."

He squeezes my hand again, silently encouraging me to open up to him. He knows that my past is likely the reason why I struggle with emotions and intimacy, and he's determined to help me heal from whatever wounds I suffered.

"I had a boyfriend before, and it ended bad when he found out I was an Enigma. That's why I lost it a bit more in the office. I didn't want to hurt or you to find out, because I don't want this to happend again!"

Yuxuan listens intently as I reveal your painful past. His grip on my hand tightens as anger and protectiveness surge within him. The thought of some asshole hurting me makes his blood boil, and he has to suppress the urge to find and confront the ex-boyfriend.

"That bastard hurt you... because you're an Enigma?"

He clenches his jaw, trying to control his emotions. The more he learns about my past, the more he realizes how deeply hurt I am He gently pulls me closer, wrapping his arms around me in a tight embrace.

"You don't have to worry about me finding out and leaving you like that asshole did. I won't leave you. I don't care what kind of monster you are, I'm in love with you and will always stay by your side."

I was taking aback by his word 'I love you'. My expression suprised.

"You...love...me why I'm a cold blooded monster that don't even belive love is possible, and now you say you love me?"

Yuxuan can see the shock on my face, and he cups my cheek with one hand, forcing me to look at him. His eyes are filled with sincerity and determination as he repeats his confession.

"Yes, Hua. I love you. I know you think love is impossible, but I do. I love every part of you, even the cold and distant parts. I love your strength, your power, your stubbornness, your CEO persona. I love how you don't take s**t from anyone, and how you can handle everything thrown at you."

He brushes his thumb over my lips, his touch gentle and affectionate.

"You're not a monster to me. You're my Enigma, my Alpha CEO, and the man I want to spend the rest of my life with. No matter how much you try to push me away or tell me it's not possible, my love for you won't change. I'm stubborn too."

"But I can't love I can't let someone in like this again!"

Yuxuan's heart aches at my words, and he can see the pain and fear in my eyes. He pulls me closer, wrapping his arms around me tightly, trying to shield me from my own doubts and insecurities.

"I know it's hard for you to trust and open up, but I believe you can love. You just need to let yourself feel. It won't be easy, but I'll be here with you every step of the way. I'll show you that not all love is like what happened with your ex-boyfriend. And even if you never come to love me, I won't care. I just want to be with you, Hua. I want to be the one who helps you heal and finds happiness. I don't need your love in return I'm not some narcissistic Alpha jerk."

"I know you're not, that's not what I think about you but why me, why aren't you scared of me. Or scared that I might manipulate you. You know I could hurt you. But I don't want to take chances, and hurt you one day."

Yuxuan repeats my words, understanding the depth of my concern. He leans in and presses his forehead against mine, his voice low and earnest.

"Because you're you, Hua. You're strong, but you're not cruel. You're an Alpha who has a moral compass, and I know you would never intentionally hurt someone you care about. Even if you did, I would still stand by your side. I'm not scared of the possibility of being hurt because I believe in us. I believe in the connection we have, and I believe that we can overcome anything together."

He pauses, his breath warm against my skin.

"And as for the chances... I'm willing to take them. I'm willing to take the risk of loving you, even if it means getting hurt. Because the reward of being with you, of seeing you happy and feeling loved, is worth every ounce of pain."

"It's because I care about you that I'm scared. You don't know what thing you will have to sacrifice on day, if I can love and mark you!"

Yuxuan listens intently, his heart swelling with affection at my words. He can feel the fear and worry radiating off me, and it makes him want to reassure me even more. He tightens his grip on me, his arms wrapping around me like a protective shield.

"I know that love and marks are a big deal for Alphas and Omegas. But Hua, I don't care about what I have to sacrifice. I don't care if it means giving up my Alpha nature, or even my humanity. All I care about is being with you. I want to be the one who makes you happy, who makes you feel loved and protected. And if that means becoming a beta or something else, then so be it. I don't care what we have to do I just want to be with you."

"Then I need to tell everything about the mark, because it's different from An Alpha that marks an Omega."

Yuxuan nods, his expression serious and attentive. He sits back a bit, giving me space to explain.

"Okay, tell me everything. I want to know what I'm getting into. I want to understand what it means to be marked by an Enigma."