“You have a visitor, Lady Jacinta,” A maid came in and told Jacinta. A guest? Who was that? She was just starting to recover from the huge shock Jason gave to her and wasn’t in any mood for more surprises. All she wanted to do at that moment was to live a normal life without being disturbed by anyone or visitor.
Jacinta heaved in frustration then, she lazily dragged herself up and headed to the living room to see the visitor.
On getting there, the only person she saw was Isabella, and she was surprised. Isabella came to her house after everything her son did to her? Was Isabella trying to mock her or what? Because she couldn’t understand why and what she was doing here.
“Jacinta, I…,” Isabella started off but kept quiet, not knowing what to say next. She knew Jacinta was terribly hurt, and she didn’t even know where to start from.
“What are you doing in my house?” Jacinta asked, trying hard to stay calm. Isabella noticed that Jacinta was trying so hard to keep her emotions in check. She saw tears welling up in Jacinta’s eyes.
“I am sorry, please forgive me and Jason,” Isabella held Jacinta’s hand and apologized, but Jacinta grabbed her hand away from her.
“Stay away from me and my life. I don’t care if you are best friends with my mum, but please stay away from me. You and your son have cost me enough humiliation,” After saying that, Jacinta walked away.
Susan, who went out, came in and met Jacinta walking away angrily and Isabella staring at Jacinta as she left. Susan smiled, Jacinta was indeed her blood.
“Jason really hurt her, you know,” Susan said from behind and that startled Isabella who didn’t hear her come in.
“I am deeply sorry about that. I wish I can be able to make it up to her.”
****The night before the present day****
They just finished having dinner and were to retire to their rooms. A room had already been prepared for Ariella and Daisy to sleep in.
While they all headed to their various rooms, Jason asked a question.
“You know you will be sleeping in my room, right?”
Ariella’s eyes widened in shock. What was this man even saying? She has never spent a night in a man’s room, not to talk of a total stranger. Was he a pervert?
“Thanks but no, thanks, I’ll pass,” Ariella answered as polite as she could. Jason looked at her and laughed lightly before saying,
“That wasn’t a request, dear, it’s an order.”
“No, Daisy and I are fine with…..,” Ariella trailed off when she saw that Daisy was nowhere to be found.
When Jason made mention of Ariella sleeping in his room, Daisy stopped in her track and quietly escaped from them because she knew Ariella was going to turn down Jason’s request.
Ariella heaved a sigh of frustration. Ever since Daisy woke up at the hospital, she has been acting strange.
The Daisy she knew was extra cautious and wouldn’t carelessly be free around a total stranger, but Daisy has been so relaxed, like she knew about everything. Or did she know anything?
Jason smiled visibly when he saw that Ariella’s friend was nowhere to be found around them. Ariel’s friend was smart, and she understood him perfectly, unlike his Ariella, that was extremely stubborn.
Having no other choice, Ariella followed him to his room.
Ariel took a deep breath before stepping into Alpha Jason’s room, unsure of what to expect.
When Ariel walked into Alpha Jason’s room, she saw a mix of old and new decorations. There were ancient-looking tapestries on the walls, showing battles from the past. But there were also modern sculptures and fancy gadgets. The room had old weapons and shiny digital displays. In the middle, there was a statue of an ancient warrior next to holographic projections of Alpha Jason’s latest adventures. Ariel was amazed at how Alpha Jason combined history with the latest technology, making the room both fascinating and impressive.
Ariella was awed at how beautiful the room looked, it screamed power and although it was masculine, she loved it.
Jason, without minding Ariella that was there, took off his shirt and pants, leaving only his underwear on. He was about to go shower.
Ariella, who was captivated by the room’s decor, was oblivious of what was happening behind her. Ariella turned and screamed in shock at the sight she met, and immediately covered her eyes with her hands.
Jason laughed at her innocence. Ariella was so naive about many things, and that made him love her even more.
“Come on, I’m now dressed, stop covering your eyes,” Jason lied, smiling anticipating what her reaction was going to be when she opened her eyes and realized he was lying.
Ariella opened her eyes and was about to scream, when suddenly she stopped after seeing Jason’s body. Jason was six feet tall, his muscles were well-built and above all, he looked more handsome. He was so alluring that she totally forgot herself.
Jason, who was expecting Ariella to scream, stood amazed when he saw the dreamy look in her eyes. Those looks instantly turned him on. She looked at him as though she wanted him, and he couldn’t help but move closer to her.
Ariella was still in her dreamy state when she felt a warm, soft lip crashed into hers. She stiffened immediately and tried to struggle, but Jason was having none of it, he gripped her neck and pushed her even closer to him.
After struggling for sometimes, Ariella relaxed and reciprocated the kiss. Jason’s tongue found its way into her mouth, he kissed her passionately and gently.
Ariella was so lost in his kiss. This was her very first kiss, and she found it sweeter than how she had read about it in novels.
Knock! Knock!! A knock distracted them, bringing Ariella back to her senses, and she pushed Jason away. What did she just do? Did she give a total stranger her first kiss? Why was her stupid heart beating so fast?
“I’m going to shower, I’ll be back soon,” Jason made to give her a peck on the cheek, and she moved back from him. Jason simply smiled and left for the bathroom, but not without saying,
“There’s someone at the door, go get it.”
Ariella took a deep breath and composed herself before going to get the door. It turned out to be two of the maids that were at the door.
“Here are your dresses miss, if you need help or assistance with anything, please don’t hesitate to call us, thank you,” One of the maids gave Ariella a bag that contained new clothes.
If it were to be other rooms, they would have entered and arranged the clothes inside the closet/ wardrobe, but they couldn’t enter the Alpha’s room without the Alpha granting them permission.
“Thank you,” Ariella said to them and collected the bag, while they bowed and left.
****Present Day****
Isabella told Susan about how Jason brought in Ariella into her house and insisted that she was going to be staying in his room.
Susan was angered by everything Isabella told her but kept smiling pretentiously.
Immediately Isabella left, Susan ran to Jacinta’s room.
Jacinta was about to take a nap when a knock disturbed her. Who was that? She just hoped it wasn’t Isabella, if not, she’ll give her a piece of her mind.
Jacinta opened the door and saw her mother,
“Mum, I hope you are not here to plead for Isabella, right?”
“On the contrary, I am here to tell you that this is not the time for you to be whining and crying, but a time to be ferocious and take over your rightful place.”
“What do you mean, mum? I don’t understand.”
“It’s War O’ Clock, Jacinta.”