I cock a brow. “And why the fuck is that your business?”
“Is that a yes or no?” I don’t reply, and he clucks his tongue. “Fine. Don’t tell me, but I will let you know that when her father died, she shut everyone out, even me, although we were together at the time. I still care for her, and I need to know where we stand.”
So, I was right, there was something between them. Why does it fucking sound like he still hopes for something? I try to squash the jealousy I feel as I shrug.
“Her father died a few years ago. Shouldn’t you have tried a lot harder to have been there for her or got the answers you’re fucking looking for? Why are you bringing the past up now? That’s just causing drama for free.” I answer.
He sighs. “I had my reasons. I’ll just let you know that Ahren will not approve. That’s why I’m waiting for the Blood Moon as I promised him. You should do the same.”
Ahren… seems like my assumption was correct… he won’t approve. “So, are you saying you stepped back because of Ahren? Kind of hard to believe. So, was that worth more to you than your relationship?”
“A bit rich coming from an alpha who will never have to answer to someone, especially the alpha of your own pack.” He’s serious now. “Your interest in my past, or should I say my past involving Sienna, confirms my assumption, really.”
“Well, if that’s all you wanted to talk about, I think we’re done.” I refuse to acknowledge it.
“Sure, but if she does turn out to be my mate, I can assure you Alpha Ahren will back me.” Ending the conversation, I exit the room, leaving him there.
Mates… the ever-tormenting reminder when you’re in a relationship. I don’t care about it. I prefer to make my owndecisions in life, and if whatever Sienna and I have ends up being strong, not even the Moon Goddess can take that from me.
The question is, what would Sienna do?
Two hours later,I check out. I’m currently waiting by my bike just off campus grounds. I had been the one to ask for permission to leave since Sienna wouldn’t have gotten it on short notice without a valid reason. The annoying woman at the Admission Office had been nosy, but she’s always fucking nosy.
I look down at my phone and ponder over what to say. She sent me a text last night that I hadn’t replied to, and earlier I had messaged her the time we were leaving.
JAYCE: Hey, I’m just outside the main gates. Meet me here when you’re ready.
Do I ask her how long she’ll be?
SIENNA: I’m ready. I’ll be down now.♥
Great. I’m glad she didn’t take forever, not that she needs to. She always looks fucking gorgeous.
The side gate opens, and I turn as the soft, seductive scent of her perfume, mixing nicely with her own delicious scent, hits me, and then she comes into view.
The trees rustle and, for a moment, everything else fades away.
Damn… She doesn’t just look good; no, she looks fucking gorgeous. She’s thrown out her usual footwear for a pair of black heels, fitted beige pants that define every sexy curve of her legs, rounded hips and tiny waist. She’s wearing a black crop top with a plunging neckline that shows off her perfect pair of breasts and a lace-cropped cardigan that is tied loosely beneath them.
“Hey…” she says as I look up at her face, cursing inwardly. I had been staring for way too long.
She’s wearing some makeup, her eyes glitter slightly, and her lips look glossy. She bites down on her lower lip, her cheeks flushed as she avoids my gaze.
“Hey.” I look away before my gaze flicks over to her. “Come here.”
Her shoulders slump slightly, and I know why, but it’s not like I’m not going to compliment her…
I just can’t, not when she’s standing right in front of me and what I want to say… it might just be a bit much.
“We’re going on your bike?” she asks, her eyes wide as she walks towards me.
“Yeah. All you need to do is hold on tight.”
She looks uncertain as she looks me over. It’s going to be even harder not to check her out when she has pulled out all the fucking stops and had to step out looking that fucking sexy.
I push away from my bike the moment she’s in reach, and I take hold of her chin. Bending down, I lightly brush my lips against hers. It’s a light kiss, but the electricity that sparks between us is intense. Way too fucking intense.
I can feel a shaky breath, hear her thumping heart, and taste how fucking delicious her lips are.
