Alphas Regret, the luna is secret heiress novel

< Chapter 57 : Cooperation i Chapter 57 : Cooperation in the Shadows - 2 I pursed my lips , half reproachful , half shy . " You hid it well . " + Points > He reached out to ruffle my soft honey - brown hair , eyes full of tenderness . " I had to wait for you to grow up . " A trace of sadness flashed in his gaze . " Once you graduated college , I immediately asked your father for your hand in marriage . But you refused and even ran away from your pack . " My cheeks flushed with guilt .

I looked away , muttering , " I … I thought my dad was sacrificing me for the pack alliance . How was I supposed to know you'd been planning this all along ? You didn't tell me anything . So unfair … " Suddenly , Connor made a pained face and hissed , " Ow , my wound really hurts . " I panicked instantly , eyes darting to his injury . " Did you'move and tear it ? I'll call the doctor ! " Instead , he pulled me gently into his arms , chin resting on my head .

His low voice was soft and coaxing . " Just hold me a bit and it won't hurt anymore . " I laughed , realizing his little trick . " You're teasing me . " " I'm not , " he murmured , stroking my hair gently . " It really hurts . Be good , let me hold you , then it won't hurt . " I nestled quietly into his embrace , feeling his heartbeat and scent envelop me . In his arms , I momentarily forgot all my troubles , including Ethan's disturbing words .

Connor's warmth was like a shield , protecting me from the chaos that seemed determined to follow us . ( Ethan's POV) I stumbled through the hotel lobby , my head pounding from a night of heavy drinking . The memory of Olivia's car lurching toward me , the cold determination in her amber eyes as she rejected me completely - it was all too much . " Mr. Grey ." ||| O 1/3 < Chapter 57 Cooperation t + Points > A crisp female voice cut through my alcohol - induced haze .

I turned , surprised to see a young woman draped head - to - toe in luxury brands . Her face was unfamiliar , though something about her appearance suggested connections to the Rivers family . " Do we know each other ? " I asked , approaching warily . The woman leaned back lazily on the sofa , raising her chin slightly . " We're about to . " Her confidence was irritating , but I was intrigued enough to sit across from her . My tone remained guarded . " Who are you ? " She smiled faintly .

" Natalie Hughes , the adopted daughter of the Grey pack . " I frowned , instantly alert . " Grey pack ? You mean Connor Rivers ' pack ? " " That's right , " Natalie confirmed lightly , then dropped her proposition . " Care to orking with me ? " sed , I asked bluntly , " What kind of cooperation ? " Her lips curled with a cold sneer . " To break apart Connor Rivers and Olivia Winters . " I scrutinized her suspiciously . This could easily be a trap , some kind of test from the Rivers family .

" And why should I believe you ? " Natalie let out a short laugh . " Because the one I love is Connor Rivers . No one wants them torn apart more than I do ." She extended a business card toward me . " I know you've been desperately seeking investment lately for your business ventures . Contact this person - he'll invest in your company . " Her eyes narrowed with calculation .

" But… the condition for that investment is simple : work with me to destroy their relationship ." I glanced at the card , feeling dark emotions stirring within me . The offer was tempting - not just the investment, but the alliance with someone who shared my goal . " Even without your investment , I'll do everything to break them apart . Olivia can only O < 213 +8 Points > < Chapter 57 : Cooperation i belong to me . " Natalie's smile deepened , her lips curling with triumph . " Then , Mr.

Grey , happy cooperation ? " I hesitated , still wary. Something about this seemed too convenient , too perfect . " I'll verify your identity before I respond . " " Sure . " Natalie calmly replied . 3 Comments = Watch Ads ( 0/20 ) > Vote 425