My Alphas' Dark Desires novel Chapter 385

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~Valerie's POV~

"Is there a problem, Kai? As far as I recall, Valerie and I are dating. And my two weeks with her aren't over."

"Doesn't mean she is your possession."

"And you can see her at another time," Ace countered.

"Seriously, Valerie, do you hear him?"

I couldn't facepalm myself enough even if I wanted to.

"Not now, guys."

"Decide who you want, love," Ace quickly threw me in the middle, wanting me to choose.

I shook my head, but Kai's voice only ended up making it worse.

"Yes, Valerie, make a choice."

My lips pressed into a thin line, and in anger, I voiced my decision. "You know what, this isn't going to work." Their brows creased.

"Yes. Ace, the last time we spoke, it made me realise that this… two weeks dating and sharing, just won't work."

"What… what are you saying?" Ace asked, looking all soft suddenly.

"That's it, I am calling off the deal to date one of my mates for two weeks."

"No," Ace and Kai voiced in unison.

"It's not up for debate, guys. What I realised is that no matter what I do, when dating one guy, I end up hurting the other five. Sorry if you are not okay, but I cannot choose. I cherish you all so much."

Kai's jaw clenched as he took a step closer. "Valerie."

"No. I love you guys. I love all my mates and I want you all but I cannot choose. And I definitely do not want to hurt one to please another."

"Please, Valerie, don't do this."

"You can't do this," Ace argued, stepping closer and holding my hand.

"Sorry, guys, but I can."

"But it's not fair. You spent time with Ace, and now you say you do not want us anymore?" Kai was hurt. I knew it.

"That's not fair, Kai. I spent time with you guys, too."

"Exactly, but you did not say you did not want us, but you spent a few days with him, and you made that decision. What did he put you up to, Val? Did he try to get you for himself?"

"What's that supposed to mean? Ash and I stayed on the sidelines for a long time, watching as you, Dristan, and Xade got your fill of our mate, ate her out, and almost made love to her, and we did not fight. We let you. Now, it's our turn, and you want to go all bullshit on me?"

"Well, isn't it suspicious?"

"No, what is suspicious is that while everyone respected the rules, Dristan went behind our backs to kiss her and go on a date with her. So, if there's anyone I should blame it is him."

"He's not!" I surprised myself as I hollered. "Dristan didn't do anything."

Something flickered in Ace's eyes. "So his kissing you had nothing to do with this, huh, Valerie?"

"No and yes. No, because my decision wasn't based on him. And yes, because I saw how you reacted, how it affected you when he and I kissed. So I made my decision."

"Doesn't excuse the fact that…"

I lifted my palm in Ace's face. "No. I made my decision, and that is it. I don't want to discuss this again. I'm leaving."

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I did not bother waiting for them anymore and hurried away to class, just wanting to focus on Nightshade for now.

At the close of school, I picked up my bag and headed to the changing room to take off my uniform and put on my training gear and outfit.

"Right?" Solstice chuckled, crossing her arms. "But speaking of competitions…" She turned her gaze on Emerald, her lips curving into a knowing smirk. "How's your little sparring partner? You and Rain seem… close lately."

Emerald froze mid-step. "What? No, we're just training partners."

"Training partners who apparently spend more hours together," I said, unable to stop my grin.

"I-It's not what you think!" she stammered, her face turning crimson.

"Well, what do you think I think?"

Solstice burst into laughter. "Oh, come on! You two have been sneaking out after practice for days. Don't tell me all that moaning I heard from the east wing was just combat drills."

"Solstice!" Emerald squeaked, her voice going high-pitched. "We're not, well, maybe once or twice, but that's not… ugh!"

I doubled over laughing, clutching my side. "So, that's a yes?"

Emerald groaned and covered her face with both hands. "Fine! Maybe. But if either of you tells anyone, I'll hex your shampoo."

"Deal," I said between chuckles. "For the record, though, I'm impressed."

"Impressed?" Solstice grinned. "She's glowing brighter than my moonstones."

Emerald swatted at us both, her embarrassment only making us laugh harder.

"And what am I missing?"

I turned to see Isla making her way towards us in her all white outfit.

"Nothing much, just that Emerald's gotten laid with her…"

"Shut up, Valerie," Emeral fhushed me before I could speak more.

"With Rain," Solstice voiced, and Isla's eyes lit up.