Alpha alec's redemption (Sadie) novel Chapter 102

“What?” Alec asks, almost stammering the words.

“I’m sure you don’t have a hearing problem, Alec” I drawl, rolling my eyes at him.

They all looked at me like I’d lost my mind. Like I was an alien from out of space. Honestly, they are the ones who’ve lost their minds. Did they think I would easily accept Alec? Tuck my tail between my legs and bow to him as if I should count myself lucky for having him as my mate? They were dead wrong if that’s what they really thought. I don’t bow down to anyone anymore.

“You can’t do that,” Jason yells once he’s gotten over his initial shock.

I once again, I lean back, relaxing in my seat, “Says who, exactly? I can do whatever the fuck I want, Jason. The survival of your pack is in my hands.”

“Great call,” Nyx gives me a wolfish grin. “This will ensure that we all get what we want.”

I simply acknowledge her words with a nod, then focus on Alec.

“You’re an Alpha and a businessman. You know how negotiations go,” I link my hands on my desk and smirk. “We both want something from each other, so let’s reach an agreement.”

Something akin to desperation passes through his eyes, but he masks it before I can get a reading of it. His normal mask of indifference slips back on, hiding anything he may have been thinking.

“Can you reconsider?” his voice is gruff when he finally asks.

“No, that is my term.” my reply is immediate. “Let’s be honest, you never really wanted me as a mate to begin with. You’re interested in what I can do for your pack. I’ve agreed to help you and in return I want you to accept my rejection. After that, I can go on with my life, and you can continue your search for Lola.”

I ignore the pain that slashes through my heart. What I said was true. Alec doesn’t want me, he needs me. I remember how he looked at Lola, with so much love and adoration. Even if he hadn’t done me wrong, I don’t think I can handle being in the shadow of the love he had for his first love.