Protected by Three Mates

Chapter - 2

A surge of heat pulsating around me caused the air to change suddenly, and my body tingled. Is everything okay with you, Fiona? My reply was, "I'm fine, Vero.". She frowned, unwilling to believe me when I said "don't worry.".

Suddenly, I felt as if someone was staring at me, searching around with my eyes. On the other side of the room sat a handsome face with blonde wavy hair and fair skin. At his side, he sat in the VIP booth with two hot models. his attire appeared like a mafia king with a well-muscled chest. The stare in his eyes kept my orbs frozen in place despite my efforts to avert it.

With a nonchalant tone, Eric asked, "What are you looking at?". Even Veronica turned her gaze in that direction.

As soon as they saw the stranger, Veronica and Eric's bodies froze in composure. The two gasped simultaneously. Are you familiar with that guy?" I asked Veronica and Eric.

In the middle of pointing my finger at the stranger, she took my hand and brought my hand down on my knees, fixating on me with her gaze. Her voice was tense as she said, "Fiona, don't do that.". 

Seeing his smirk makes me feel like I am an interesting subject for him to play with. He assumes he will win because he is wealthy and has the ability to accomplish anything. There's no end to the game until I win. Gazing straight into this handsome man's eyes as I stare out into his blue ocean orbs. 

Though he was the embodiment of every girl's wet fantasy dream, I would not back down because he was the embodiment of my wet fantasy dream.

"Fiona, you must stop it as soon as possible. Are you aware of who that guy is? "Veronica's tense expression makes me look away from the handsome stranger. 

"Jasper Price is the lone alpha king of the shifter realm, and all the pack is ruled by him. In the way you stare into his eyes, you seem to challenge his authority. Have you forgotten wolf nature?” Veronica expresses worry as she speaks to me.

My tone was sarcastic, "Why didn't you let me know sooner," I pleaded.  Were you deaf? I asked at the beginning, but you lost your senses when his gaze fell upon you until I screamed? She cried, and all of the seated guests turned to our table.

"Don't worry, I will speak to Alpha and clear up any misunderstandings." He strode to the booth. As Eric strode past me quickly, I stared at him, an alpha king again. It was as if the air of haughtiness around him was dissipating. He was not surrounded by the girls who lingered like snakes. The two of us exchanged glances for a moment before I averted my gaze. After telling Veronica, that I regret putting her and Eric in danger, I feel embarrassed. 

Veronica said, her voice gloomy, "If you continue like this, it will be your life instead of mine, and Eric is in danger."

As we awaited Eric's return, Eric made an entrance telling us, "Don't be afraid, the king doesn't hold a grudge against you. He apologize to you for causing these misunderstandings." We both gasped. 

"Are you serious, babe, that was the alpha king who spoke those words?" In a low voice that only the two of us can hear, she whispers, "I cannot believe this.". I know that you are shocked to hear this, but it's true and I feel the same way." He held her hand.

I'd like to take a step outside if this misunderstanding ends. They nodded as I wandered to a rooftop restaurant where I watched the stars. The ring of the phone attracted my attention, and as I glanced at my caller ID, I saw Theo. The call was answered.

"Hello, Fleur", [Fleur means flower in French] the very efficient line wishes you a happy birthday! Theo chimed in on the other end of the line."Thank you so much for your wishes, Teddy bear. What have you been up to? I asked.

 The first meeting took place last year. My parents organized a Unity festival among shifters in their community. The popularity of my parents among shifters was unknown to me before this festival. Theo, a bear shifter, was described as "an aristocrat". He guided me to my very first festival at the request of my mother. Being able to trust anyone was never easy, but with Theo the situation was different. I felt like we had known each other for a very long time when we spoke.

My arrival in town will take place within the next few days; Fleur. Look forward to some of our favorite food."

 Do you know where my favorite stalls are in town? I responded, 

As a matter of course, I recall everything Fleur said," Theo replied in a nonchalant tone.

"Is it so you can pull me into a date?" Theo.” I  asked.

 His sound of laughter came through, "you are quick to figure things out." I knew he harbored romantic feelings for me since he stood by me during the trials proving my innocence. Veronica's family joined him in supporting me.

It's a flashback from after the trial of my imprisonment was over. In the moments following my release from prison, Veronica's family received me along with Theo, who stood beside Veronica’s family, his graying eyes, chestnut curls, like a sailor of Adonis, and wide-opened his arms to welcome me. The warm embrace of his arms gave me some relief from my pain. We are still clasped together in the embrace, and He asks me, "Did they hurt you?"? 

"No, I have not injured anywhere, thanks, Theo." After that day he barely saw me because he had to spend three months touring for his business. {Flashback over}

"Theo, I don't know about dating. I don't think it's wise of me to put my entire attention on dating at this moment. I have to take care of my parent’s case and bring justice to them." I explained myself to Theo.

As he replied cheerfully, "Stop worrying Fleur, I was just playing a prank.". But I could sense his disappointment in some way.

'Fleur, I have to leave, but I'll see you as soon as I can.' Theo's call ended.  Afterward, I was soothed by the moonlight. We meet again. "Ojos Verdes" [Green Eyes in Spanish].