Chasing His Scentless Mate (Caroline) novel Chapter 307

Chapter 307: Chapter 307 So I’m the Villain Now?

Joseph’s POV

What did Kyle want to talk to me about? Had things deteriorated between Draven and Caroline again? Or did she find out about what happened between Ava and me? But Eleanor hadn’t shown any reaction at all.

I tossed my phone onto the bed, my mind racing through possibilities, then ran a hand through my hair. I looked at Sophia still leaning against the wall.

"Well, I’ve got to go. Get dressed, and I’ll drop you at the taxi stand. I’m going to use the bathroom first." I told her, watching her smile fade.

I went to the bathroom, and when I came back, she was sitting on the bed as if nothing had happened. She handed me my phone, then followed me out of the room.

"Baby, please, can’t you cancel this? I’m here, eager for you, and you’re leaving," Sophia complained.

"I’m afraid I can’t, Sophia." In truth, I felt relieved to be leaving. I wasn’t in the mood to have sex with Sophia anyway.

After leaving the motel, I dropped her at the taxi stand across the street. I watched her get into a taxi and leave, then drove to Kyle’s place.

She was already waiting for me, and as soon as I entered, she spoke.

"What the hell were you thinking? Sophia, Alpha Joseph?" Kyle demanded angrily.

She put heavy emphasis on "Alpha," and I couldn’t shake the feeling she was using my title mockingly.

"How did you find out?" I sighed.

"Because I saw Ava crying and asked her what happened," Kyle said calmly.

"Yeah, Ava caught me with Sophia." I grunted, sitting down.

Everyone had only heard Ava’s side of the story, and I’d become the villain. But you know what? I didn’t even want to waste time explaining.

"Tell me how you got involved with Sophia," Kyle sat down across from me.

"Oh, Kyle, she’s everywhere, always available, persistent, and well, I just let her have her way," I said wearily.

"You’re an idiot, just like Alpha Draven who fell for the same trap. Beta Ryan had better watch out for Vanessa," Kyle said.

"Now the woman is clinging to me like a damn leech," I complained.

Kyle rolled her eyes with obvious disdain. "Oh, how terrible for you having women throw themselves at you. What a burden that must be for the great Alpha Joseph."

I stood up abruptly, my patience wearing thin. "Kyle, if you called me over here just to mock me, then I’m leaving right now."

"OK, my apologies. So, what’s your plan to get Ava’s forgiveness?" Kyle wanted to know.

"There is no plan. It’s over. Now be a good friend and have a drink with me." I ended the topic.

Kyle raised an eyebrow. "Are you sure? Don’t come begging me for help later."

I thought for a moment and nodded. Dean muttered, "You idiot."

"Flora, tell him to come to the office and talk to me."

I disconnected the mind-link with my sister. Now even my nephew was angry with me. Great, just great. The whole world is condemning me. If only they knew how wronged I really feel!

I went to bed early but couldn’t sleep all night, dreaming only of Ava.

The next day, I was signing documents in my office. Of course, I was completely out of it, but Eleanor handled my work perfectly, and Julia was helping out too.

Just as I was about to take a break, I received a mind-link. It was my Beta, Jared, who was mainly responsible for managing pack affairs for me.

"Alpha Joseph," his voice echoed in my mind, tinged with nervousness, "the social club has contacted me, requesting your personal presence to handle a matter. I’m already at the club; I thought I could resolve it myself, but it turns out they need you there in person. This concerns the honor of our pack."

I felt a surge of surprise and unease. "What’s so serious?"

The social club we regularly attended catered mainly to members from surrounding packs. Naturally, the clientele consisted mostly of Alphas and Betas—membership was by invitation only, with rigorous screening processes for applicants. What could possibly happen at such an exclusive establishment that would damage our pack’s standing?

"I can’t explain in detail through the mind-link, but it is urgent. When can you come?"

"I’ll be there at noon," I responded, a sense of foreboding rising within me.

What could have happened? From Jared’s tone, this was no small issue.

"Can anything good possibly happen in my life anymore?!" I thought.