Abandoned Luna Now Untouchable (Cecilia) novel Chapter 127

Chapter 127: Chapter 127 Could You Ask Him To Leave?

Cecilia’s pov

No! I couldn’t let myself be enchanted again.

"I should get going. See you Monday," I said, turning away quickly, desperate to escape the dangerous magnetic pull of Alpha Sebastian.

Summer was definitely peak season for the lovestruck, and I was not about to become another casualty.

I hurried a few steps, frantically waving for Harper and the others to follow.

We had nearly reached the gate when Alpha Sebastian’s deep voice called out behind us. "Wait."

Everyone froze in place.

Alpha Sebastian approached with measured steps, his dark penetrating eyes fixed on me. "Running into each other in this little village must be fate. I’m just sitting around with nothing to do anyway. Why don’t I join you on your visit to your friend’s house?"

I stared at him, speechless.

Harper and the others looked equally stunned.

You’ve got to be kidding me. Of all the times to be bored...

I desperately hoped he wouldn’t come, but who could stop him? Even Tang, who had just threatened a massive dog, turned into a compliant puppy around him!

Nicole peered nervously at Alpha Sebastian from the corner of her eye.

She tugged at Harper’s sleeve and whispered, "Is the Alpha coming with us? Does he know about... our situation?"

The poor girl was clearly intimidated by Alpha Sebastian’s overwhelming presence. His eyes seemed to see straight through people, dissecting their very souls.

Harper patted her hand reassuringly. "Don’t worry. He doesn’t know anything. He’ll probably just stay for a little while."

"But - " Nicole protested weakly.

"If you don’t want him to come, you’re welcome to tell him yourself," Harper challenged.

Nicole shook her head vigorously. "No, no. It’s fine. He can come."

Alpha Sebastian’s gaze drifted over to the whispering pair, a knowing half-smile playing on his lips.

He instructed Beta Sawyer to remain at the farmhouse.

"Alpha Sebastian, you’ll come back for dinner, won’t you?" the farmhouse owner called out. "I’ve prepared some excellent food and wine."

"Of course," Alpha Sebastian replied smoothly.

Our group of five had somehow become six as we left the yard. Nicole led the way, while Alpha Sebastian effortlessly glided to my side.

Levan attempted to wedge himself between us, but Harper yanked him back by his ear.

"He has his eye on Cecilia," Levan muttered under his breath to his sister.

Harper dramatically patted her brother’s cheek. "Wow, my little genius finally figured it out. Took you long enough."

Levan’s face fell.

Tang clapped the dejected young man on the shoulder. "Path’s too narrow, kid. Know when you’re beat."

Their whispered conversation carried clearly in the quiet lane - Tang wasn’t even trying to be subtle.

I kept my eyes fixed ahead, pretending not to hear every word.

Then Alpha Sebastian leaned close, his breath warm against my ear. "So who are you rooting for?" 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

"Rooting for?" I stalled, my mind racing. "In... in what? The annual pumpkin growing contest? I haven’t seen the entries yet!"

I quickened my pace, putting some much-needed distance between us.

Author’s pov

Nicole led us to the last house at the edge of the village - a weathered two-story structure whose overgrown yard stood in stark contrast to the manicured property we’d just escaped.

"This is my uncle’s place," she announced, pushing open the creaking gate first.

An elderly woman was sitting on the porch steps, methodically peeling a winter squash with a knife. She squinted against the sun, her face breaking into a wide, wrinkled smile when she recognized Nicole. "Well, I’ll be. Is that our Nicole?"

"Hey, Grandma," Nicole said, her smile softening in a way I hadn’t seen before. "It’s me."

"What brings you all the way out here? And you’ve brought company!" the old woman exclaimed, wiping her hands on her apron as she rose.

"A wedding banquet?" Nicole looked surprised, then exchanged a glance with Harper. "What should we do now?"

Harper shook her head slightly, indicating it wasn’t a problem.

She no longer placed their hopes on finding what they needed on their own.

Mrs. White and Cici were already on their way. Tonight they would wait, but tomorrow night was their deadline. They had to make their move then.

Still, if they could find something sooner, all the better.

The grandmother returned to her winter melon in the yard.

Nicole whispered to Harper, "Since we’re here anyway, maybe I should ask my grandmother?"

Harper nodded. "Good idea. Should I come with you?"

"No need. You all stay and enjoy. I’ll go ask her."

Nicole went outside while the others remained seated in awkward silence.

Alpha Sebastian’s gaze wandered to the dust-covered windowsill.

Cecilia and Harper exchanged meaningful looks.

Tang excused himself to use the bathroom and promptly disappeared.

About twenty minutes later, Nicole returned, her eyes bright with excitement.

She whispered to Harper, "My grandmother says there are several places around here that match the description. She told me everything she knows, and I wrote it all down. Should we go check them out?"

Harper pulled her to the side door. "How many places are we talking about? Are they far?"

"Grandmother knows of three. They’re not far - one is in this village, and the other two are in nearby villages. I’ve noted down the village names and general directions. If we hurry, we can see them all before dark."

Harper took Nicole’s notes and photographed them. "Let’s go then."

As Harper turned to head back inside, Nicole grabbed her arm, casting a nervous glance toward the house. "What about the Alpha Sebastian? Does he have to come too? Could you ask him to leave? Please? He scares me."