Her Cold-Hearted Alpha novel Chapter 23

KIARA

So , Dad chose to send me to this pack simply because our pack was a hot spot for attacks ? It irritated me how he felt I was incompetent or something . What did I need to do to show him I’m so much more than he gives me credit for ? Yes I’m not perfect , nor am I the standard wolf . I have two disadvantages but I make up for them in other aspects . I love Dad but I just wish he could see I was ready to take care of myself . The journey to Alejandro’s pack took just under two hours , I swear he was speeding way over the speed limit . We didn’t speak much . When we did , the sexual tension was just growing and it was getting suffocating in here . Him just looking at m e got my core throbbing and that effect alone scared me .

I ended up reading a book or texting Raven . I was so incredibly excited that she was actually joining me . We were going to have a blast , and then there was the blood moon . The chance to find my mate would be high and I felt a little excited , but at the same time , Alejandro slipped into my mind . Would these feelings go away when I met my mate ? He parked up outside a very extravagant , flashy mansion . It was completely black and grey with windows across the entire front . I could see the modern interior inside too . Three large steps led to the double door entrance , with lights illuminating the rim of each step . Fancy … the dude sure was loaded .

I got out slowly and looked around . A large wall surrounded the entire mansion and grounds . Was it just the one mansion ? Where did the pack live ? 11 Are you just going to stand there ? ” ” What do you expect me to do , make myself at home and show myself in ? ” We glared at each other as he walked off t o the mansion , opening the door . I ran after him , ignoring the constant pain in m y ankle and followed him inside with just my handbag with me . The inside was as modern as the outside . The theme was black , white and grey . It looked like it was straight out of a magazine .

There was no mess or homey touch apart from the perfect ornaments and art that matched the theme of the décor and interior . ” Is this your house ? ” ” No , it’s the fucking Grinch’s . ” ” Well , you’re as gloomy and depressing a s he is , I was just asking , ” I retorted . ” Well don’t ask fucking dumb questions . ” He said , heading upstairs . Do I follow ? Guess so . The stairs were carpeted down the centre and I made my way up , stumbling as I tried to keep up with him . He didn’t turn back as he walked down the hall . It smelled like him . That was the first thing I realised as I passed one of the doors . Slowing down as I looked at the sleek black wood . ” Want to get into my bedroom already ? ”

He asked , now smirking as he opened the door next to it . I felt my cheeks heat up and rolled my eyes . ” You wish . ” I said walking past , when I stopped and looked up at him . ” Wait , this is your mansion … I’m staying here ? ” He crossed his arms as he leant against the door frame . ” Elijah wanted me to take care of you … and I intend to . ” He said , a predator like smirk crossing his face . My heart skipped a beat as I watched his gaze run over me . ” What about Raven ? ” I asked , my voice sounding pitchy . Damn , focus girl ! ” She’s got the room opposite you . ” He said , making me feel a little relieved . ” But make sure she stays out of my way .

I promised your father to not hurt you , I didn’t say anything about her . ” His words made my anger flare up but I clenched my fist and forced myself to breathe and calm down . If he dares to touch Raven ; I’ll chop him to pieces , blend him up and make smoothies , I shuddered at my own thoughts . Goddess , where did that creepy thought come from ? But really … imagine an Alejandro smoothie . Maybe I could call it a n ‘ Alpha King Supreme smoothie ‘ . I giggled at the thought .

He glanced at me as if I were weird before he opened a door . I guess I can’t blame him , I was laughing to myself like a weirdo . I looked inside . It was a nice room , decorated in grey and white . There was a large rug in the centre of the room and the king – sized bed was covered in grey and white bedding . The large ceiling to floor windows covered the entire wall opposite and looked out over the huge gardens . From here I could actually see beyond the walls , where I saw other houses and buildings not too far beyond the perimeter . Floor – length curtains hung on each side of the window . There was a small chest of drawers on either side of the bed and a dresser on the same wall as the door .

Wardrobes lined one wall and a second door led off to what I presumed was the bathroom . ” Thank you … ” I said , I wasn’t expecting this . A sudden thought came to me and I turned . ” Rayhan and Raihana are here , right ? ” I hadn’t seen both in over a year , Rayhan even longer as he was currently doing his Alpha training . I was actually excited to see him . ” Yeah , they will be staying down the hall . They came this morning . Fuck , now I’m going to have a fucking full house . ” H e muttered as he walked out the door . I bit my tongue to keep from replying and instead walked over to the bed . I dropped onto iband stared at the ceiling . Being here made me nervous and excited … Alejandro . He was the reason for my excitement – being here with no Liam or Dad , I didn’t trust myself . I was finally free ! I could breathe .