Seeing the determination on Alpha Kilian ‘s face, Spencer said, “Alpha Kilian , don’t disappoint Nelly anymore, or I won’t forgive you!”
Alpha Kilian met his gaze and said, “You should be using that determination on your personal matters.” Spencer knew he was hinting about Thalia and averted his gaze. “Our situation is different from yours.”
“Everyone’s story is different, but to me, getting the outcome I want is more important than anything else,” Alpha Kilian said. “Don’t use your narrow-mindedness to judge others, and don’t assume things.
Certain things must be said face-to-face as you’ll only get the results you want after you’re honest.” Something indescribable flashed across Spencer’s eyes.
Right then, they were interrupted by knocking sounds from the door.
Spencer got up. “You don’t get to lecture me using your philosophy. Talk to me only after you get Nelly to agree to your proposal.”
“Just wait. I’ll ask you to be the bridesmaid for the wedding.” Spencer didn’t know what to say to his remark.
Bridesmaid, my *ss!
Another round of knocking came from the door again. “Come in,” Alpha Kilian said. Ben entered the room and saw Spencer was there too. “Should I come back later?” Spencer said, “No, I’m done here. I’m leaving.” He left the room to the father and son.
After Spencer left, Alpha Kilian swung his gaze to Ben . “What’s wrong?”
Ben snapped out of his thoughts and met Alpha Kilian ‘s gaze. “Oh, it’s like this. Gramps called earlier today and said something had happened to the company. Have you heard about it, Daddy?”
Alpha Kilian nodded. “I’ve heard about it.” “Then, you-”
Alpha Kilian shrugged. “It’s fine. You don’t have to be worried about it with your Great-grandpa holding the
fort.”
Ben nodded. “It’s fine as long as you know about it. I’m just here to give you a heads-up. I’ll leave then if there’s nothing else.”
“Ben !” Alpha Kilian called when Ben whirled around to leave.
Ben looked over his shoulder. “Is there something else, Daddy?”
Alpha Kilian narrowed his eyes at him. “Do you have some way to contact Anonymous?”
“Um…” Ben was stunned by his request as he didn’t expect Alpha Kilian would ask something like that. Besides, he already knows we have his number. His question is a no-brainer.
“Why?” Ben asked. “Give it to me.”
“Um… I don’t think that’s wise.” “Why?”
“Daddy, actually… I’m not that close to Anonymous. Why don’t you ask Tony ?” Ben questioned.
Alpha Kilian looked at him. “Is that necessary? I just have some questions for him.” “But-”
“What’s wrong? Is there something you can’t tell me?”
“Well, it’s not that.” After mulling over it, Ben recalled the mini app Thalia had created. He took out his phone and saw Thalia had sent it to the group with the three of them.
Ben ‘s lips curved into a smile when he found it. “Sure, Daddy. I’ll give it to you.”
Noticing how fast his expression changed, Alpha Kilian frowned. Ben forwarded him a string of numbers.
“This is?”
“This is a fake number. Anonymous is slightly different from the others. You can reach him with this number while he gets to avoid exposing his identity. I think he won’t be mad,” Ben said.
Not wanting to make things hard for his son, Alpha Kilian nodded. “All right.” Ben smiled. “I’ll leave if there’s nothing else, Daddy.”
Alpha Kilian inclined his head.
With that, Ben dashed out the door as though something terrifying was chasing him. Alpha Kilian ‘s brows furrowed as he studied the fake number Ben had forwarded to him. Dave came into the room then. “Have you heard about it, J?”
“What?”
“You still don’t know?” Dave questioned. Alpha Kilian shot him a puzzled look.
Dave sighed and shook his head at Alpha Kilian . “You’re so slow nowadays, J. Don’t you remember how you preached ‘know thy self, know thy enemy’ before? Yet now you’re oblivious that your love rival is
already knocking on your doorstep.”
“What do you mean by that? Spit it out!” Frustration crept up Alpha Kilian ‘s face.
“I just returned from a trip outside and heard Anonymous had ordered every personnel within the uninhabited zone to stay and fight against Midnight fang pack .”
The crease between Alpha Kilian ‘s brows deepened.
Dave continued, “This person acts so much like the old you. He creates such a ruckus without even showing his face. He’s as arrogant as you!”
Alpha Kilian scoffed and replied, “Don’t compare everyone to me.” Dave raised his brow at the comment.
Alpha Kilian is still the same arrogant Alpha Kilian .
“As far as I can tell, you’re the only one who doesn’t consider Anonymous a threat,” Dave said.
Alpha Kilian lowered his gaze and looked at the contact number on his phone, his eyes narrowing a fraction.
Tony had just agreed to the friend request when Alpha Kilian sent him a message. It read: I’ve heard a lot about you.
Although it seemed like a polite greeting, Tony could feel a shiver running down his spine as he read the message. He could almost picture the regal pose that Alpha Kilian had and the coldness flashing in his eyes as he typed out the message.
He’s my daddy, all right. No matter what kind of situation or person he’s facing, he always stays calm and elegant. Well, I have to deal with this sooner or later anyway.
Tony thought about it and replied with: Likewise.
Soon, he received another message from Alpha Kilian . It read: I heard that you gathered a lot of people in the uninhabited zone with the intention of fighting Midnight fang pack because of Nelly . For that, I’m thanking you on her behalf.
Tony was at a loss for words.
I can’t believe Daddy just went straight to the point like this. He just staked his claim on Nelly with a few words. Thank the stars I’m not his love rival. Otherwise, I reckon he’d piss me off to no end.
With that thought in mind, Tony decided to continue with the act since everything had been set in place.
He typed: When it comes to me and her, there’s no need for words of gratitude between us.
After sending out that message, he only waited for a few seconds before he got a reply that read: You’re right. She’s never been good at expressing her gratitude, so that’s why I’m doing it for her.
Tony was rendered speechless once again.
He realized that Alpha Kilian could be particularly petty when it came to matters related to Nelly .
Knowing that they were going nowhere by continuing with this pointless banter, he decided to go straight to the point: If the only reason you’re messaging me is to express your gratitude, I can tell you now that I have received it. If there’s nothing else, let’s end our conversation here.
Alpha Kilian replied: I know you have done a lot for Nelly . There’s actually another reason why I was looking for you.
Tony : What is it?
Alpha Kilian : In two days’ time, we’ll be launching an attack against Midnight fang pack ‘s hackers. I’d like to
invite you to join us.
Tony stared at the message. So this is the reason why he was looking for me.
Heaving a sigh of relief, he pondered over the matter for a moment before replying: Join you? I’m afraid it won’t be a joint effort in taking down Midnight fang pack if I join you. It’ll be a solo mission with me doing all the work.
Although his words sounded arrogant, Anonymous was just so capable that he more than had the right to be so haughty.
Happy that he wouldn’t need to spare too much effort nor time into this should Anonymous join him, Alpha Kilian replied: Well, I don’t mind if you want to do it alone.
With a frown between his brows, Tony was left wordless for the umpteenth time. What the hell is with that reply? Can we continue the conversation normally?
At that moment, Tony felt like all his words were falling on deaf ears. Still frowning, he replied: What if I don’t agree to join you?
Alpha Kilian : You will.
Tony : What makes you so sure that I’ll agree?
Alpha Kilian : Because this matter has something to do with Nelly .
Alpha Kilian was sure that he would be able to enlist Anonymous’ help since the latter had already willingly gathered so many people to fight against Midnight fang pack .
Anonymous: You’re right. I’d do anything for her. Are you jealous? Alpha Kilian : Nelly ‘s heart belongs to me and me only.
Tony did not expect such a reply from him and was left speechless. I’m amazed by his ability to turn every conversation into a negotiation.
At that moment, he was made aware of why Alpha Kilian was so successful in his business.
He keeps avoiding topics that he deems unfavorable to him while using his own way to steer the conversation toward a conclusion he has decided on. Everything he does and says is so that he can achieve his own goals.
Staring at the message, the memory of how Alpha Kilian had badmouthed Anonymous in front of him two days ago flashed across his mind. Hmm… Now’s a good chance for me to take revenge.
Anonymous: Don’t you think you’re being too full of yourself? Alpha Kilian : Everything I’ve said thus far is simply facts.
Anonymous: Is that so? Alpha Kilian : Yes.
Anonymous: Then, perhaps you have no idea just how close me and Nelly were in the past. Tony was beyond satisfied when he sent that message.
As expected, Alpha Kilian didn’t send a reply over for a while. However, in the next moment, he replied: She was just looking for someone who could console her because she was unhappy. It doesn’t mean anything.
Anonymous: So you’re saying that you don’t mind? Alpha Kilian : Not at all!
Anonymous: Is that so? But isn’t it normal for guys to mind such a thing? Since you’re saying you don’t mind, does that mean you don’t really value her that much?
Alpha Kilian sneered and replied: Hah! This has never been my criteria for choosing a partner. Anonymous: Really?
Alpha Kilian : Based on what you said, does that mean you mind that Nelly has given me children then? Tony halted.
I can’t believe he just trapped me using my own words!
Tony typed: No matter what she did or becomes, she will always be the most beautiful woman in my eyes.
Alpha Kilian : I won’t deny your words, but let me give you a piece of advice. You can admire her to your heart’s content, but you’d better scrap any other designs you have on her.
Tony : Don’t be too cocky now, Alpha Kilian !
Alpha Kilian : I can’t help it. I was born this way.
Tony mulled over his reply and typed: Since that’s the case, we’ll see what she has to say once she’s out.
Alpha Kilian : Does that mean you agree to my request?
Tony : Yes. Since it has something to do with Nelly , I’d do anything.