Alpha's Private Plaything (Elsa and Drake Stone) novel Chapter 96

Chapter 96

Elsa

I opened the door to the private dining room, Susan following close

behind like an excited puppy. Drake and Luke were already seated,

engaged in what appeared to be a serious conversation.

“Your jacket,” I said, placing it on an empty chair instead of handing

it directly to him. I’d rather cut off my hand than touch him right

now. “The documents are still in the pocket.”

Drake nodded curtly, then turned his attention to Susan, his

demeanor instantly warming like a switch had been flipped. “Ms.

Moonlight, please join us. I was just telling Luke about your

impressive resume.”

Impressive tits, more like, I thought viciously, then immediately felt

guilty for the thought.

I slipped into a chair in the corner, as far from Drake as possible. A

waiter immediately appeared, but I waved him off. I wasn’t hungry.

My stomach was tied in so many knots it might never untangle. I just

wanted this day to end.

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Not Mr. Stone or sir, but his first name, spoken with such familiarity. I

glanced at Drake, expecting him to correct her, but he merely smiled.

The same smile that used to make my heart race. Now it just made me

want to throw up.

“We’re happy to have you,” he said smoothly. “Elsa has been singing

your praises.”

I stiffened at the mention of my name. Liar. You hired her because

she’s young and pretty and worships the ground you walk on. Just like

I used to, you manipulative prick.

“Oh, Elsa has been so helpful!” Susan turned to me with a genuine

smile that made my guilt deepen. “I can’t thank you enough for

recommending me.”

The meal progressed with excruciating slowness. Susan dominated

the conversation, eagerly asking questions about the company and

sharing her ideas. Drake listened attentively, nodding and offering encouragement. He was being charming–the version of himself he

showed to everyone but me.

I picked at my food, saying as little as possible, feeling like I was

watching a car crash in slow motion.

Luke occasionally glanced my way with something like sympathy, but

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I avoided his eyes. I didn’t want his fucking pity.

As the meal concluded, Drake stood. “Elsa, would you mind showing

Susan home? I have a meeting across town.”

I froze mid–bite. Was he serious? The audacity of this motherfucker

never ceased to amaze me.

“Drake,” Susan said, her voice taking on a breathy, worshipful quality

that made my skin crawl, “you’re so thoughtful, but I wouldn’t want to

impose on Elsa.”

“It’s no imposition,” Drake replied, not even looking at me. “Elsa is

very accommodating.”

Fuck you, I thought, my teeth clenching so hard my jaw ached. Fuck

you and the overpriced car you rode in on.

Luke cleared his throat. “Actually, Drake, I don’t think that’s

appropriate. Elsa has her own duties, and she’s had a… difficult day.”

Drake’s eyes narrowed slightly at the challenge, but after a moment,

he nodded. “You’re right. I’ll have my driver take Susan home.” He

pulled out his phone and stepped away to make the call.

Susan leaned toward me while Drake was distracted. “He’s so

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amazing,” she whispered, eyes following him like he was some kind of

god. “I can’t believe I’ll be working for him.”

Run while you still can, I wanted to tell her. Run far and fast before

he consumes you. Instead, I smiled tightly and nodded, my face

muscles straining with the effort.

Drake returned. “The car will be here in ten minutes. Luke, we should

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