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All I just want to tell you is that you should ensure your safety is above all else regardless of what you want to do,” growled Alpha Wade. The words reverberated in Nelly’s ears, sending a shiver down her spine. The air grew heavy with the tension between them as she locked eyes with her grandfather.
“Grandpa, you mean…” Nelly stuttered, her voice barely a whisper.
“Only once. I won’t allow this to happen again,” Alpha Wade replied with authority. Nelly could see the determination etched on his weathered face, and she knew he meant business. She pursed her lips, understanding the gravity of the situation.
“I understand, Grandpa,” Nelly finally conceded, her voice strong and resolute. Alpha Wade nodded, his gaze shifting away from her. With a heavy sigh, he turned to make his way back to their residence, leaving Nelly standing there, brooding.
Nelly didn’t hesitate for a moment as her grandfather disappeared from sight. She knew she had to act swiftly. She turned on her heels and disappeared into the darkness, her steps purposeful and decisive. Alpha Wade halted in his tracks, his eyes fixated on her retreating figure. Complicated emotions swirled within him, unsure if his decision was the right one. But he knew Nelly’s fierce spirit, and the consequences of suppressing it could be dire.
Fear gripped Alpha Wade’s heart as he contemplated the possibility of Nelly walking down a dangerous and extreme path. The thought of something unexpected happening terrified him. Their family had already endured too many blows, and he couldn’t bear to see them suffer anymore. With a heavy heart, he let out a resigned sigh and trudged back home, weighed down by the burden of his choice.
Meanwhile, Nelly found herself in a cab, her fingers searching anxiously on her phone. When she saw the search results, her eyes darkened, the intensity of her emotions evident. She dialed a number, but it went unanswered, prolonging her frustration. She furrowed her brows, growing impatient with each passing second.
Addressing the driver, she said in a commanding tone, “Mister, take me to Grecia Hotel.”
Without a word, the driver complied and twenty minutes later, Nelly arrived at her destination. She headed straight for the room where she expected Spencer to be. Pressing the doorbell repeatedly, her impatience grew with each unanswered ring. Frustration welled up inside her, and without hesitation, she took matters into her own hands. Tapping her phone a few times, she heard the satisfying beep of the door unlocking.
Pushing open the door, Nelly stormed into the room, her determination evident. To her surprise, Spencer emerged from the bathroom, disheveled and bewildered. Startled, he stuttered in fear, “Nelly? W-W-Why are you here?”
Nelly gave him a quick once-over, her eyes scanning his overly-fair body. She uttered indifferently, “I couldn’t reach you on your phone, so I came here directly.”
Spencer, still recovering from the shock, hastily covered himself with his bathrobe, his fear now mixed with exasperation. He looked at Nelly warily, his voice trembling as he spoke, “You’re a woman, how can you just barge into a man’s room? Aren’t you afraid of the dangers? Or could it be that you’re here to put me in danger? I’m telling you now, I–”Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.
Before he could finish his sentence, Nelly grabbed a piece of garment and covered his head. With an emotionless expression, she turned to leave, her voice cold and distant. “Downstairs in ten.”
Spencer stood frozen, rooted to the spot as he watched her depart. The weight of Nelly’s words sank in, and he took in deep breaths, trying to regain his composure. Finally surrendering to fate, he entered the bathroom to change.
Ten minutes later, Spencer emerged from the bathroom, transformed. He looked exquisite, dressed to impress. “L-Let’s go,” he stammered, trying to hide his embarrassment.
Nelly glanced at him briefly before nodding, her eyes filled with a mysterious knowing. She began walking, and Spencer hurried behind her, unable to suppress his curiosity any longer. “Where are you taking me to?” he inquired, his curiosity tinged with a hint of irritation.
“You’ll know when we’re there,” Nelly replied with a smirk, her silence only fueling Spencer’s frustration.
“I’ve seen the news. Alpha Kilian is plagued with scandals. Are you not going to intervene?” he prodded, desperate for answers. But Nelly remained silent, her focus solely on the path ahead. Spencer cleared his throat, determined to have his say. “Also, I have to say this. You’re a woman, so don’t just barge into a man’s room like that next time. It’s dangerous. Moreover, Alpha Kilian wouldn’t be able to take it if he hears about this, especially since I’m such an outstanding man.”
Nelly’s eyes flickered with amusement as she glanced at him. “Don’t worry. No one would misunderstand you with that body of yours,” she remarked, her words hitting Spencer like a slap in the face.
Shocked and hurt, Spencer gasped. “What are you trying to say? Am I not… muscular enough?” he questioned, his voice filled with insecurity.
Nelly narrowed her eyes, her lips curling into a mischievous smile. “Enough to make men crave for you,” she murmured, leaving Spencer speechless.
“What are you laughing at?” he finally managed to ask, his tone filled with misery.
Nelly’s smile persisted as she chuckled. “Nothing. I’d just like to suggest that you compare yourself to someone else.”
Spencer was at a loss for words, his pride as a man wounded. “You’re only biased toward him because you two are an item,” he retorted, desperate to salvage his pride.
Nelly’s response was calm and assured. “Trust me. I’ve seen it all, and that’s why I’m giving a fair answer.”
Spencer remained silent, grappling with his wounded ego. But Nelly continued, her words against his fair complexion hitting him where it hurt the most. “However, you don’t need to feel inadequate. You’re much fairer than him. That he couldn’t compete against you.”
Frustrated, Spencer groaned internally. Who wants to be fairer than another man? He despised how he was often mistaken for a woman, and he resented his fairness. Nelly sensed his growing frustration and decided to ease his distress. The time for teasing was over.
They reached the hotel’s entrance, and Nelly surprised Spencer by taking the driver’s seat. He hesitated for a moment before entering the vehicle, fastening his seatbelt. Nelly smiled at him, her eyes gleaming with a sense of control. She started the engine, and they sped off into the unknown. Suddenly, a realization struck Spencer.
“You haven’t driven for many years, right?” he queried, concern lacing his voice.
Nelly confirmed his suspicions with a nod. “That’s right.”
Confusion and fear clashed within Spencer as he recalled why Nelly had been hospitalized. “It’s because of a car accident,” she explained casually. His heart clenched with a mixture of fear and concern, and he discreetly fastened his seatbelt before reaching for her hand.