CHASING HIS LUNA: THE BILLIONAIRE CEO IS MY ALPHA MATE

Ryan entices Nia

The next morning,

Nia stepped out of the warm shower, her body enveloped in a cloud of steam. She wrapped a plush white towel around her wet chestnut hair, feeling the droplets of water slowly trickling down her skin. Standing before the mirror, she reached for a wide-toothed comb to gently detangle the knots in her hair.

Just as she began running the comb through her locks, her phone on the counter nearby emitted a soft chime, indicating a notification. Curiosity piqued, Nia put down the comb and picked up her phone, expecting a message from her best friend or perhaps a reminder for an upcoming appointment. To her surprise, it was just an i********: notification.

Ryan Lucas had followed her.

Rolling her eyes, Nia couldn't help but wonder why he wouldn't let her be. She had noticed his persistent attempts to engage with her on social media, and though she found it mildly amusing, she had never paid it much attention. But now, her curiosity got the better of her.

She clicked on his profile and scrolled through his pictures. Ryan's posts showcased various aspects of his life—adventures, business ventures, and glimpses into his personal world. However, there were a few pictures that caught her eye. They were snapshots of him at the gym, his sculpted physique glistening with sweat. Some showed him shirtless, revealing his defined chest and abs, the droplets of sweat clinging to his skin.

Nia found herself drawn to one particular video. Her finger tapped on the screen, playing the video and allowing her to fully appreciate his magnetic presence. He was shirtless as he carried two dumbbells, his biceps flexing as he moved them. Sweat dripped from his chin down to his neck, and the beads of sweat all over his chest called to her. She wondered how his muscles would feel under her touch, how they would tense and react, and how he would taste. Heat crept into her belly as immoral thoughts rushed into her head, causing her heart to flutter. She couldn't deny that she was undeniably attracted to him.

Sitting down on the couch, towel still wrapped around her hair, Nia replayed the video, watching it over and over. Each time she watched it, a smile tugged at the corners of her lips.

In the midst of her browsing, Nia suddenly realized that she had absentmindedly liked the video she had been watching. A tinge of embarrassment washed over her, and she quickly decided to rectify the situation by unliking the photo. But just as she was about to do so, a message notification appeared in her i********: requests.

Curiosity getting the better of her once again, she clicked on the message. It was from Ryan Lucas. "Like what you see? I noticed you liked my video," his message read. Nia could picture the smug smile on his face, and it slightly irritated her.

"What do you want, Mr. Stalker?" she typed.

"You," came his immediate response. "I just want one date with you."

Nia raised an eyebrow, amused by his audacity. "I'm sorry, but I don't go on dates with strangers," she replied, attempting to assert some boundaries.

"I wouldn't be a stranger after one date," he retorted, accompanied by a smirking emoji.

Rolling her eyes at his response, a gentle smile crossed Nia's lips. Okay, he's charming and cute, she thought to herself.

"Maybe. Let me think about it," she typed, deciding to leave the door open for further possibilities.

"So, that's a yes?" Ryan asked, his enthusiasm evident.

"Well, it's not a no," Nia replied with a hint of playfulness, before proceeding to follow him back on i********:.

As Nia resumed scrolling through Ryan's profile, her excitement grew with each passing moment. The connection they were forging online intrigued her, and she couldn't deny the flutter in her chest. However, her train of thought was interrupted as another message notification from Ryan appeared on her screen.

"You liked another video," the message read.

Her eyes widened in shock. She had no idea she had liked yet another one of his videos. Before she could react, another message from Ryan popped up.

"Since you like my videos so much, I'll send you one every day until you agree to go on a date with me," the message stated, accompanied by a winking emoji and a video attachment.

Nia couldn't resist the temptation. She clicked the play button on the video and watched as Ryan appeared on the screen, shirtless with his hair ruffled against the pillow. He winked and blew her a kiss. Sparks ignited within her as she watched the video, captivated by the genuine smile in his eyes and the adorable little creases that formed at the corners. She found herself rewatching the video over and over again, unable to get enough of his charm.

"So? You like my video?" Ryan asked, eager for her response.

"It's not bad," Nia replied, trying to maintain a nonchalant tone.

"Ahh," Ryan responded with a laughing emoji. "You're really cute, Nia. Let's talk later, kotik."

Nia felt a twinge of disappointment as she realized Ryan was going offline. In the short while they had interacted, she had grown accustomed to his attention and flirtatious attitude.

"Are you busy?" Nia asked, hoping for a little more conversation.

"I'm heading to work, kotik," Ryan explained. "Can I text you later?"

"Alright," Nia texted her reply with a smile, eagerly looking forward to their next conversation. As she set her phone down, there was a knock on her door. Startled, she hurriedly grabbed a dress to wear and quickly got dressed.

"Come in," Nia called out to Evan as he stood outside her room.

Once Evan entered the room, his eyes lit up with joy at the sight of Nia. He took a moment to admire her, appreciating her beauty.

Nia greeted him with a warm smile. "What's up, Evan? I thought you were heading out for work?" she asked, recalling that she had seen him getting ready earlier.

"Yes, but I thought to drop something for you before leaving," Evan said, his voice filled with affection. "I hope you're feeling better today."

Nia nodded, a small smile playing on her lips. "Yes, and that's thanks to you, Evan."

Evan took a step closer, extending his hand towards her. In his outstretched hands were two big bags filled with gifts. "I brought you something. I thought it might cheer you up."

Nia's eyes widened with surprise and delight as she eagerly accepted the bags. Although she had seen him enter with them, she hadn't realized they were for her. Carefully opening one bag, she peered inside to see the array of items Evan had selected for her. Her fingers brushed against the fabrics, feeling their softness, and her eyes lit up with joy at the sight of the skincare products.

"Oh, Evan, you really went above and beyond," she exclaimed, her voice filled with appreciation. "Thank you so much." Overwhelmed with gratitude, Nia stepped forward and embraced him, wrapping her arms around him in a tight hug. "This means a lot to me."

Evan chuckled, a warm smile gracing his lips as he hugged her in return, noticing the scent of her lavender shampoo. "You deserve it, Nia. Did you just wash your hair?"

"Yes, I did. Why do you ask?" Nia pulled back slightly, feeling a bit uncomfortable from Evan's tight hug.

"You smell nice," he said with a smile. "Well, I have to go. I just wanted to give these to you."

"Thanks, Evan." With a grateful smile, Nia held the bags close to her. "I can't wait to try out these skincare products. They look amazing."

Evan chuckled playfully, a glint of mischief in his eyes. "Just a little something to pamper yourself. You deserve it, Nia."

As Evan turned to leave, he added, "I'll grab you something on my way back."

Nia watched him walk out of her room, feeling a mix of excitement and curiosity about the luxurious gifts he had given her. After he left, she eagerly examined the skincare products, inspecting each one with anticipation. With her excitement bubbling within her, she went online to research how to use each product and the recommended order of application.

Lying on her bed, resting on her belly, Nia continued her online browsing. As she checked the products, she couldn't help but be shocked by their prices. Starting with the Aloe Vera Vitamin C moisturizer, she discovered that the bottle containing 250mls of product was priced at $2,500. Her eyes widened as she scrolled through the other products, realizing that each one exceeded $2,000 in value. The sum of the gifts was staggering, reaching a total worth of over $50,000.

Nia couldn't help but wonder how Evan was able to afford such lavish gifts. She knew he received monthly royalties from his late father's books and songs, but his lifestyle and luxury seemed to surpass those sources of wealth. Her mind was troubled as she questioned the origin of his money. She pondered whether it was okay to accept such expensive gifts.

But as she looked into the bag again, the products called to her. With a smile on her face, she picked up a bottle and smelled its enticing scent. She applied it to her face in front of the mirror, contemplating her thoughts. Maybe, for now, accepting the gifts would be good for her. After all, she had nothing at the moment, and she knew that Evan would refuse the gifts if she attempted to return them to him. However, she made a firm decision within her heart that she would ask Evan about his wealth and how he had come to possess such luxuries.