Chasing His Scentless Mate (Caroline) novel Chapter 357

Chapter 357: Chapter 357 My Handsome Investigator

Nina’s POV

I absolutely loved my new job. Working with Alpha Joseph had been great, but working in Alpha Draven’s office was on an entirely different level. I carried more responsibility here, and it was far more challenging. At Alpha Joseph’s company, I worked in sales, which was fine, but I’d grown tired of it. Taking this position was perfect because I wasn’t just a secretary—I had actual responsibilities.

"Nina, I appreciate your focus. You’re learning so quickly!" Kyle said, handing me some documents. "You already know how to handle these."

"Thank you, Kyle. I’m happy to be here!" And I truly was until the elevator doors opened.

Investigator Magnus and Investigator Moreno stepped out. I hadn’t seen Jace since he left my apartment Saturday night. Now, he was walking toward me with that smile that made my legs weak. Thank goodness I was sitting down. He was a handsome man, over six feet tall, muscular, with that rebellious face that made me crave adventure and want to explore forbidden territories. This man completely disoriented me.

"You’re staring again," Cleo, my wolf, teased inside my head.

"Can you blame me? Look at him!" I responded, feeling my cheeks flush.

"Good afternoon, investigators," Kyle quickly greeted them, engaging Investigator Magnus in conversation.

"Good afternoon, Nina!" The handsome giant approached my desk.

"Good afternoon, Investigator Moreno," I answered formally, trying to maintain professionalism.

"Oh, Nina, call me Jace!" His bright smile made me want to kiss him. I felt my cheeks burning.

"How are you, little one?"

"I... I’m fine. And you?" I stammered, feeling his hand brush against mine.

"I’m good. Just moved into the apartment I bought. Have dinner with me tonight and check out my new place?" he asked with those bright brown eyes.

"No—not tonight." Damn it! I got so nervous around him that I could barely control my words, sometimes unable to speak at all.

"I’m going out with my friends."

"Ah, yes, the Girl Scout troop Alpha Draven mentioned," he said, tucking a strand of my hair behind my ear. "But aren’t those club activities on Tuesdays? Today’s Monday."

"Yes, we changed it this week," I answered, trying not to sound breathless.

"Then have dinner with me tomorrow. Do you have time tomorrow?"

"Yes. Since I missed today, I can’t miss tomorrow." I tried to avoid his gaze, but he gently grabbed my chin, forcing me to look at him.

"That’s fine. I’ll pick you up, and we’ll have dinner at my place." He didn’t even give me a chance to refuse. He’d decided, and that was that.

"Miss, may we speak with Alpha Draven?" Investigator Magnus approached formally. I announced their arrival, and they quickly entered Alpha Draven’s office, allowing me to finally breathe.

At his apartment, he gave me a tour. The place was spacious, well-ventilated, and immaculately clean. There were three bedrooms, but he’d put all my things in his room, clearly intending for us to sleep together.

"Little one, I left some space in the closet for you," he said, holding my hand as he showed me.

"There are three bedrooms," I pointed out, as if that explained everything.

"So what?" he asked, confused. I returned to the bedroom with him following, sitting on the bed.

"So, I don’t need to stay in your room. I don’t want to be a burden," I said awkwardly.

"Seriously, Nina? Do I need to spell it out that I want to sleep with you? Don’t tell me you haven’t thought about it?" He stated the obvious.

I took a deep breath and, without much thought, jumped onto his lap, wrapping my arms around his neck and looking directly into his eyes. He wrapped his arms around my waist, wearing a smug smile. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

"Look, big guy, I’m still a virgin. I never kissed anyone before you, so yes, I have zero experience, but I still want to kiss you again," I said all at once, watching his smile fade as I finished.

"I knew it!"

I tried to get off his lap, but he held me tight. I started struggling as shameful tears burned my flushed cheeks. But he firmly gripped me, tossing me onto the bed and positioning himself above me, immobilizing me while carefully keeping his weight off me.

"Am I really the first to kiss those beautiful lips, little one?" he asked, and I nodded.