Chapter 9 Certain Things Do Not Change
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Chapter 9 Certain Things Do Not Change
Adeline's POV
I quickly broke from the hug. Gosh, I forgot he warned me not to hug him anymore. Why do I forget things easily?
"I'm... I'm sorry. I just hugged you." I took some steps away, biting my lower lips, my eyes gazing at the floor.
Seeing him quiet, I decided to use that as an opportunity to run away from this awkward moment.
But I was stopped and stunned when Aiden hugged me again. My brows widened as I reeled in shock.
Aiden just hugged me! Why would he hug me when he wants me completely away from him?
I heard him groan, sniffing a bit. Was he crying?
"Aiden…?" I called his name slowly. I returned the hug, patting his long hair. I left him to let out his tears, maybe that could make him feel better.
It works for me but I don't know if it would for him too. Whenever I get bullied or punished, I soak myself in tears and let out all my pains and anguish.
"Adeline, I'm sorry you have to be entangled in this web with me. I didn't feel good when Gabriella spoke ill to you. It's… It's.."
"Aiden…" I cut him off but he continued.
".... it's annoying." He tightened his fist, brushing his other hand through his hair. "Ah!" He sighed and the next minute he winced.
He held his head, obviously in pain.
I touched his head, checking for the spot the pains were coming from.
"Aiden? Where do you feel the pain? Is it here? This spot?" I asked as I knitted my brows together.
Then he came back to his cold self again. Frowning and saucy. He pushed me, waving me away.
"I've told you I can take care of myself!" He retorted.
"B...but you're hurt."
I halted behind him when he flashed me a glare. I turned around, tightening my grip on my bag which was hung over my shoulder.
I should know my place. There are certain things in life that do not change and I should understand that.
Everyone would always hate me and if I think Aiden's attitude towards me would be better then I'm completely wrong.
"Here, take a cab." Aiden's voice called out and I sighed without turning around.
Shaking my head, I declined his offer to give me some money to board a cab.
"No, it's fine." I said and without waiting for him to speak further, I ran off.
When I was away from home–my new home, I stopped, breathing heavily as I held my chest.
I was almost falling, I'm so sorry hungry. I just had to walk on if I didn't want to be late.
"Mommy, I love you!" I turned to the left when I heard a little boy's tender voice. His mom who just dropped him off to school pulled him into a hug, kissing him on the forehead.
My eyes became watery as I beheld the mother's passionate behaviour towards her son.
"Mommy loves you more!" She remarked, hugging him tightly.
I wish I had experienced this when I was little. I only got my parents' care until the prophecy came out when I turned five.
The prophecy revealed the curse being placed on me and how I'm being groomed to be an omega. My whole life was being spelt out, how pathetic and sad my life would be.
My once caring and nice parents became monsters and Eva, who had always been jealous of me saw this as an opportunity to taunt me all my life.
Can I ever be happy?
I fastened my pace when I saw more children at the entrance of the nursery school; their parents all smiley and pampering them like fragile eggs.
I didn't want to see this. No, I didn't. It reminds me of my pain and the fear that I'd remain pathetic omega forever.
My eyes were swollen from tears and my sight blurry. I dabbed at my tears with my sleeves which were quite tattered.
I had to have a better view of the road if I don't want to get into an accident.
That was the last thing I wanted, I can't die this way, should I?
Even though I had nothing, my life was the most precious thing to me right now. I should keep moving and praying for Moon Goddess's mercy.
"The Omega is here!" A feminine voice announced as I entered the class and it was none other than Eva. She shouldn't do this, I beg of her with all sincerity.
I was late already and the first lecture has been concluded already. Everyone was seated in the class, their attention fixed on me.
Grinning sinisterly, she moved closer to me, her group behind her.
What were they doing here? They should be in their class for God's sake!
What do they want? Can they ever cease to bully me?
Eva, Billie and Olivia – they had their glares fixated on me. I knew the rules; to greet them whenever they show up but today I wanted to disobey.
Why should I continue to be obedient? I am older than they are and right now, I feel I'm giving them too much respect.
Maybe they have to stop all these shits today, maybe I have to prove them wrong.
They exchanged glances obviously stunned by my stubborness. Yeah, no greetings today, get that right!
"Did you hit your head or something? You forgot the rules?" Eva rasped, grabbing my jaw. I raised my head, staring into her angered eyes defiantly.
"How dare you look me in the eyes?!" She shrilled, landing a hot slap on my already bruised face.
I didn't listen, wanting to disobey this time around. I didn't avert my gaze and I raised a brow, getting her more annoyed.
She gritted her teeth and immediately I knew the demon in her was about to unlock and come out in full force.
I cared less, she could get angry for all I care. I have always acted like a toy, a pawn and I puppet.
"You b***h!" Billie raised her hand to slap me but quickly, I held it as her hand hung midway.
I could hear the loud gasps that came from my classmates. Yeah, they must be surprised. This was just the beginning of my freedom.
Soon mumurs filled the whole room, almost blocking my ears.
"Does she wants to die? Why would she disobey?"
"How dare she prove defiant?!"
"She just disobeyed the Beta, Eva would end her life!"
I flung her hands away and slapped her hard on the face. I smiled as I saw the pained expression on her face.
Oh lord of mercy, it feels good to fight back!
But my happiness was short-lived when Eva growled, shifting into her wolf form.
She marched towards me and just as she was about to jump on me, the door flung open.
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