Contract Marriage With Alpha Snow novel Chapter 176

Chapter 176: Visit

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Chapter 176

~Snow’s POV~

A sharp knock on the bedroom door broke the peaceful morning silence. Zara stirred beside me, burying her face deeper into the pillow.

I knew who it was with the faint sound of his footstep from a mile away. It was already time. I groaned, pulling myself upright as I called out.

"What is it, Scott?"

The muffled voice of my ever-diligent chauffeur came through the door. "Alpha, your sisters have arrived. Young Master Storm is with them as well."

Before I could respond, the sound of voices and quick footsteps echoed down the hall. The unmistakable energy of my siblings filled the air.

"Well, that’s our wake-up call," I muttered, throwing a playful glance at Zara.

Her sleepy eyes blinked open, and the realization of what Scott had said hit her. "They’re here already?" she exclaimed, bolting upright.

"Yes, love," I replied, my voice laced with amusement.

She scrambled out of bed, clutching the sheets around her as she hurried toward the bathroom. Her hurried steps made me chuckle.

"They’re not going to judge you, you know," I teased, leaning back against the headboard.

"Not like this, they won’t!" Zara called out over her shoulder, disappearing into the bathroom.

I heard the rush of water as she started the shower. Smirking to myself, I stood and stretched, the events of last night still vivid in my mind.

I walked to the bathroom door and noticed, with some amusement, that she’d left it ajar.

Unable to resist, I slipped inside.

Zara had her back to me, her blonde hair wet and clinging to her shoulders as she rinsed the suds from her skin.

The sight was utterly captivating. I stepped closer, wrapping my arms around her waist and pressing a kiss to her shoulder.

She let out a startled gasp, spinning around. "Snow! What are you doing?"

"Joining you," I said with a grin, brushing a strand of wet hair from her face. Before she could protest, I captured her lips in a slow, lingering kiss.

Her initial surprise melted into a soft sigh as she kissed me back. The water surrounded us in warmth.

"Snow," she murmured against my lips, half in reprimand, half in surrender.

"You didn’t close the door," I pointed out, smirking.

"I forgot," she admitted, her cheeks flushing.

"Lucky me," I said, pulling her closer.

We lingered under the shower spray, the world outside momentarily forgotten. But the knock on the door and the faint chatter beyond reminded us of the family awaiting us downstairs.

"Your sisters," Zara whispered, breaking the kiss.

"They’ll wait," I murmured, leaning in again.

She laughed, pushing me gently. "We can’t keep them waiting forever."

Reluctantly, I stepped back. "Fine. But this isn’t over, love."

She rolled her eyes, her lips curving into a soft smile. "Let’s bath, Snow."

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Freshly showered and dressed, Zara and I made our way downstairs. The moment we entered the grand living room, the sound of little feet pattering against the floor reached us.

"Daddy Snow!"

Aira smiled. "It’s been years since we’ve all attended together. It’ll be good to show a united front."

"And introduce Zara to the other Alphas," Tempest added, her grin returning. "I’m sure she’ll leave quite the impression."

Zara glanced at me nervously. "Do you finally think it’s safe?"

I squeezed her hand reassuringly. "With me and Zade by your side, you’ll be perfectly safe. No one will dare try anything."

Both Aira and Tempest froze at the mention of Zae and I protecting Zara.

I noticed the change in Aira’s expression and glanced at Zara. She nodded, giving me her go-ahead.

"The Ball is heavily guarded. It’s one of the safest events for pack leaders," Aira continued, doing her best to ignore us.

Tempest leaned forward, her expression turning serious for a moment. "But keep your guard up. Not everyone will be pleased to see a new face alongside Snow. Some Alphas don’t like change. I mean female alphas"

Zara took a deep breath, her resolve evident. "I’ll be ready."

"That’s the spirit," Tempest said with a wink.

As the conversation progressed, laughter and warmth filled the room. And after some time, I finally cleared my throat to signal their attention.

"Girls, there’s been some news I think you ought to hear." Aira and Tempest glanced at each other before focusing on me.

"What? Tempest asked.

"It’s about Zade." I saw Aira clench her fist.

"What about him?" Tempest asked, eyeing Zara and me.

"He..."

"He’s my brother," Zara chimed and at once, all eyes darted in her direction.

"What?"