Her Cold-Hearted Alpha

KIARA

A knock on the door made me stir and I sat up , last night rushing back to me as I felt the sharp tugging pain clench around my heart . Raven wasn’t here , I frowned and looked around before I saw the note o n the bedside table . ‘ Gone shopping with the boys , I will find the perfect dress for you ! See you soon , XOXO ‘ I put the paper down and shuffled up against the headboard to take a deep breath . ” Come in ! ” I called .

The door opened and Dad entered holding a plate of food and a bottle of fruity water . ” Did you sleep well ? ” He asked , closing the door behind himself . I nodded , my heart thudding , not knowing what was coming . He placed the plate in my lap and kissed my forehead before he went and pulled the curtains open , letting the bright sunshine through the window .

I flinched at the brightness , before becoming accustomed to it . Dad walked over to the bed and sat on the edge , facing me . ” Eat . ” He ordered . I looked at the food , consisting of sausages , rashers , toast , beans , eggs and caramelised mushrooms . This was made b one of the Omegas , Dad was a lot of things but he wasn’t a chef .

I picked up my fork as I began eating slowly , glad I had something to focus on . Dad was strangely quiet and it made me nervous . ” Who is he ? ” He asked after a moment . So , he figured out I lost it because of my mate . ” It doesn’t matter . ” I replied , poking my sausage repeatedly , I didn’t really have an appetite . ” He’s from this pack , isn’t he ? ” ” Maybe . ” I said quietly . ” Did the fucking asshole reject you ?

” He asked , his voice shook and I realised he was angry , but not at me . I looked up at him , now noticing just how much he was trying to stay calm . ” Not officially , but I got the picture . ” I replied with a shrug . The image of them kissing flashed through my mind . My wolf whimpered and I wished she wasn’t so broken , I knew she’d get over it eventually … But this connection was something she wanted and needed .

I remembered his touch from last night , the way it had sent jolts of electricity through me , the way my entire body tingled and my heart had thrummed at his touch . My stomach twisted and I wrapped one arm around myself , my heart aching . Dad clenched his jaw . ” He’s a fucking shithead for that .

forced myself t o swallow , only for it to feel like it was getting stuck in my throat . ” What do you want to do ? My original plan was to allow you to stay here , it being the strongest pack around and the safest for you . ” Dad said

But if you want to come home , I would b e more than happy . The boys are leaving a t one in the afternoon , if you wanted to return with them . ” ” No. I think I’ll stay . ” I replied firmly . Not only to torture him , but I needed to be here for Aunty Indy … I couldn’t turn

I grabbed the water bottle , taking a few gulps . Trying to get rid of the lump in my throat . ” ” Yes . ” ” Angel … What do you plan to do ? ” I looked him directly in the eye . ” Nothing , I’m continuing with my

Dad gave a half – smile before looking at his hand . ” Before the mate bond … Did you feel anything for him ? ” ” What makes you think it’s a guy ? It could be a girl , Dad . ” I said , rolling my eyes .

So , was there ? ” He persisted . I looked down , my heart aching at all the moments I had with Alejandro … My lips quivered and my eyes stung as I stared at the bed covers . My eyes blurred as I fought back those tears . ”

n that closet … He said I was perfect , but then if I was , why didn’t he want me ? ‘ I forget that not everyone is a fucking monster like me , ‘ those words …. 1 Dad hadn’t replied and I looked up

he deserve you ? ” He asked quietly . I smiled sadly , ” Does it matter ? ” ”

also know you’re old enough to make your own decisions , make mistakes and learn from them . I never valued the mate bond , I loved your mother before I knew she was my mate , and I was ready to reject my mate for her . As a father I want to say , forget the asshole , move on and you’ll find someone better . But as an adult to an adult , trying to pretend I’m not giving this advice to

go so easily . Sometimes the harder choice isn’t always the easiest . If you had felt nothing for him , I would have told you to reject him , but if you think

kept pushing me away . She didn’t think I cared enough , or thought I’d betray her . I didn’t have the best track record ; I was a player and I won’t deny it . I had to fight for her , show her she meant the world to

behind a person’s refusal … I’m not saying he’s right but there may be underlying reasons . I’m not saying accept someone after they reject you , or to forgive them , but you know him better than I do . Do

words were deep and they made sense . To learn how he had fought for Mom … I know Mom said Dad did a lot for her , but I often just saw Dad as this temperamental Alpha who was possessive . I knew he would do anything for Mom and from the way he was speaking to me now , going against his possessiveness and impulse to cocoon me was just giving me his advice