Contract Marriage With Alpha Snow novel Chapter 73

Chapter 73: Teased

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Chapter 73

~Snow’s POV~

"You are the fiercest warrior I know. You don’t need him, and neither does Storm. He has us—he has Snow. That boy is going to be a great alpha because of you, not because of some coward who is too afraid of your family."

I felt a knot tighten in my chest as I watched them. Tempest’s words hit harder than I expected, and I knew she was right.

Storm had everything he needed—he had all of us—but watching Aira, seeing the depth of her pain, I understood why she struggled to let go.

I sighed, about to leave, to give them their privacy when Tempest’s voice suddenly called out. "Snow!"

I stopped, cursing under my breath before turning to face them. Keeping my shoulders straight, I smiled at them.

Their eyes were both fixed in my direction. Tempest’s expression was firm, while Aira’s tear-streaked face showed a mix of embarrassment and vulnerability.

I walked over, hands still tucked in my pockets, unsure of what to say.

"Come," Tempest said softly. "She needs to hear it from you, too."

I let out a sigh, knowing what she meant. I looked at Aira, her eyes red and swollen from crying, her whole body trembling with the weight of her emotions.

Without a word, I pushed Glacier forward, letting him take control for a moment to show her she wasn’t alone. "Aira," my voice eased off softly through the mind link, "You’re my sister, and you know I would never let anyone hurt you and get away with it. That bastard will pay for what he did to you. That’s a promise."

Aira’s breath hitched, her eyes locking with mine, but she didn’t pull away. I could see the hurt, the disbelief in her gaze, and the faintest flicker of hope.

"More than that," I continued, "remember who you are. You are Aira Zephyr, an alpha warrior. Strong, fierce, and untouchable. No one can take that from you—not him, not anyone."

Her lips trembled as she tried to hold back the tears, and I could see the conflict in her eyes—the battle between holding on and letting go.

Tempest’s hand found Aira’s and squeezed gently. "He’s right, Aira. You’re more than what he made you feel. Remember, Storm doesn’t need him—he never did. You’ve been everything to that boy, and so has Snow."

Aira swallowed hard, fresh tears spilling down her cheeks, but this time, a resolve was building within her—a strength buried under years of pain. "I... I want to be stronger," she whispered. "For Storm. For me."

Tempest smiled softly, pulling Aira into a tight hug. "You already are, Aira. You just need to believe it."

"Here’s my promise. I’ll take revenge for you, Aira. No one touches a Zephyr and walks away. Not now, not ever."

As I watched them, my heart was relieved. Seeing Aira like this hurt and watching her slowly find her strength again—it was everything.

As they hugged, I turned to leave, ready to give them the space they needed, but Tempest’s voice stopped me once more.

"You’re not going anywhere," she said firmly. "Stay. Aira needs all of us, now more than ever."

"Well, the elders wouldn’t want to be kept waiting."

"And you’re alpha," Tempest challenged.

I knew what she meant and that was the truth. I ruled the biggest pack in the country.

"Fine. You win. I’ll stay," I agreed, relaxing my shoulders. "But what should we discuss to clear the air for Aira?"

Tempest’s eyes widened once more, as if suddenly realising something. "How about we discuss your mate? She’s really cute. The way you both look at each other... it’s quite obvious. You love her, don’t you, brother?"

I paused, the words catching me off guard. A part of me wanted to deny it—to deny any feelings for Zara. But deep down, I knew the truth. And Glacier knew as well.

I’m doomed.

Aira’s eyes seemed to follow Tempest in realisation, and she gave me that knowing smile. "I bet he does," she answered.

Almost immediately, it felt as though her earlier pain and sorrow were tossed out the window when the focus wasn’t on her anymore. And as much as I did not enjoy it, I was happy she was becoming livelier again, something only Tempest knew how to bring out.

"I heard the marriage was impromptu because of dad, but seeing you two, Snow, it doesn’t look that way. Yes, she gets jealous sometimes but I believe she’s falling for you, Snow."

Tempest made a cute happy sound and chimed again, "And don’t get us started on those hickeys. Fuck you guys were wild in bed last night. I almost couldn’t sleep and it brought out Autumn’s wild side and... Way to go, brother."

I felt my face flush with heat as Aira’s jaw dropped. Tempest giggled, covered her mouth, and then winked at her twin. "Oops, did I say that out loud?"

"You’re incorrigible, Tempest," I muttered, shaking my head.

"Oh, come on. Don’t be such a party pooper. If not for those hickeys, you would have been a terrible liar. You should thank me for being such a great sister."