Alpha's Private Plaything (Elsa and Drake Stone) novel Chapter 228

Chapter 228

His eyes darkened dangerously, but he didn’t argue. Instead, he rose

and walked to the bathroom, leaving me standing there in just a

towel, angry and helpless.

I grabbed my phone with shaking fingers and quickly checked flight

information, muttering curses under my breath. There was a flight to

Twin Moon City departing in two hours–just enough time to reach

the airport. I booked a ticket and texted Olivia to let her know I’d

arrive that evening, my thumb slipping twice on the screen from pure

adrenaline.

Taylor arrived as promised, bringing a simple but appropriate outfit-

a black skirt and white blouse, along with necessary undergarments.

When I prepared to leave the room, Drake was dressed and apparently

ready to accompany me. My jaw clenched so hard I thought my teeth

might crack.

“I don’t need you following me,” I said coldly, shouldering past him

and nearly running into the door. “This is my family business.”

“This isn’t up for discussion, Elsa.” His tone left no room for

argument. “I’m coming with you to Twin Moon City.”

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Chapter 228

I lacked the energy to fight him, my entire body vibrating with

urgency. “Whatever,” I spat, yanking the door open. “Just don’t get in

my fucking way.” Time was critical, and Oliver’s condition was my

primary concern. I just wanted to reach the hospital quickly,

understand what had happened, and ensure my cousin was alright.

Outside the hotel, the city was deep in morning rush hour. The taxi

line stretched far down the sidewalk, and rideshare apps showed long

wait times due to high demand. I stood in the crowd, feeling a wave of

desperation crash over me. “Come on, come on,” I muttered,

refreshing the app repeatedly. Every minute of delay increased my

anxiety, and tears began to blur my vision. I wiped them away angrily

with the back of my hand.

A black sedan pulled up in front of me, and the window lowered to

reveal Drake’s stern face.

“Get in,” he commanded. “Don’t waste time.”

I wanted to refuse on principle, to tell him to go to hell, but

practicality won out. I quickly slipped into the car, and as soon as the

door closed, the driver pulled away from the hotel.

Drake sat beside me, his scent filling the confined space, making my

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