Rejected Little Secret by Lisj

With my fists clenched at my sides, my heart pounded in my chest as I stood in front of Zeke, consumed by anger and frustration

“Zeke, you have no right to force me to stay against my will,” With rage

rage coursing through me, I trembled as I pointed an accusatory finger towards him. “Don’t forget, we’re not True Mates anymore. I can’t forget the way you rejected me, it’s etched in my memory!”

With a tight jaw and eyes filled with rage, Zeke chooses to stay silent, refusing to acknowledge my words. The weight of his silence intensifies my anger, stoking a raging inferno inside me that could devour everything in its wake. Frustrated, I rub my lips vigorously, attempting to erase the memory of how his lips felt pressed against mine.

“Don’t you dare ignore me, Zekel” I shout, my voice echoing off the walls of the room. “I won’t let you control me anymore! I won’t let you dictate my

Frustration flares in Zeke’s nostrils, yet he remains silent, his gaze piercing into mine with a chilling intensity.

“Say something, damn it!” My voice cracked with emotion as I demanded. “Explain to me what makes you believe you have the authority to dictate my actions!”

Despite everything, Zeke maintains his silence, his expression inscrutable as his cold, unyielding eyes bore into me.

“Fine,” I seethe, my voice dripping with venom. “If you refuse to utter a word, then I will take it upon myself to break the silence. My decision is firm-I will not stay here under any circumstances.”

With that, I turn on my heel, feeling the rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins as I prepare to storm out of the room.

“Maya, stop!” he roars, his voice filled with fury. “You will not leave this room until I say sol

I turn sharply to face him, my eyes filled with fiery anger.

“Who do you think you are, Zeke?” I spat, my words dripping with disdain as I forcefully pushed him. My attempts proved futile as he stood firm, his eyes piercing into mine with a look of pure disdain. “You’re not my True Mate anymore. You’re nothing to me.”

Zeke’s eyes narrow, his knuckles turning white as his fists tightly grip at his sides.

“You will ob

obey my orders as long as you remain a member of this pack,” His voice was low and dangerous, as he brushes his knuckles against my cheek. And as his fingers graze my skin, a shiver travels up my spine, leaving me questioning the nature of our connection “Maya, it’s as simple as that- that’s how it works. That’s the law of the pack”

“This isn’t right! Uncle Gavyn wouldn’t have allowed such blatant abuse of power”

Zeke’s eyes narrow at my words, his jaw clenched tight with frustration

“Things are different now, Maya,” he says, his voice low and intense. “I’m not like my uncle. I’m doing what’s best for the pack, even if you can’t see it.”

I scoff, my anger flaring even hotter at his words.

“What do you mean, what’s best for the pack?” I demand, my voice laced with disbelief. “How is forcing me to stay against my will helping anyone?”

Zeke’s expression hardens, his gaze unwavering as he meets mine.

“You wouldn’t understand, Maya!”

“I don’t understand because you won’t tell me,Zekel” I shout, my frustration boiling over. “You expect me to blindly follow your orders without even knowing why!”

Just as Zeke opens his mouth to respond, the door of his office violently swings open, causing both of us to jump in surprise. As I turn, my heart beats faster, a blend of eagerness and anxiety coursing through my veins, to catch a glimpse of the person behind me.

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It was Nadia with her father.

The room falls silent as Nadia and her father walk in, their presence casting a chilling aura that makes me freeze. Nadia’s intense stare feels like a burning dagger, her eyes filled with fury and accusation. But it’s the unreadable expression on her father’s face that sends a shiver down my spine, leaving me feeling uneasy and apprehensive.

Nadia’s father, the Beta of Thorholde Pack, stood tall and imposing, his piercing gaze shifting back and forth between Zeke and There is an eerie silence that surrounds him, and it sends shivers down my spine, foreboding something ominous.

In contrast, Nadia freely expresses her emotions without reservation. Her anger is so intense that it fills the room, making the air feel heavy and suffocating. I can feel my throat tighten with nerves as her anger looms over me like an oppressive weight.

“What’s going on here?” Her voice, sharp and biting, cuts through the silence as Nadia demands. With clenched fists at her sides, she takes a step forward, poised to attack at a moment’s notice. “Why are you here alone with my Mate?!””

Just as she was about to take action, her father intervenes, his voice cutting through the tension in the room with a calm and composed tone.

“Nadia, hold on,” he says, his tone firm but gentle. “Let me handle this.”

Nadia hesitates, her eyes piercing through us with unwavering intensity. Reluctantly, she nods in agreement and reluctantly takes a step back, yielding the lead to her father. Her father’s gaze, piercing and penetrating, turns towards Zeke and me, demanding our attention.

“There surely must be a rational explanation for this situation,” with a calculated smile, he speaks in a measured and controlled tone. “Undoubtedly, there must be a reason behind our esteemed Alpha being with an unpaired she woll. He is aware that he is prohibited from doing so, given the circumstances surrounding the mating of my daughter and him.”

Swallowing hard, 1 feel the weight of his scrutiny press on me, suffocating and oppressive.

“I was just leaving.”

Without hesitation, Zeke’s immediate response echoed through the room.

“No, you’re not.”

I stood there, frozen in place, as Nadia’s father, the Beta of our pack, approached Zeke with a stern expression, his footsteps echoing in the silence. His eyes, dark and mysterious, held an unreadable depth that sent a shiver down my spine. With every step he took, he exuded an aura of strength and authority, earning the respect of those around him.

“Alpha Zeke,” He began speaking, his voice carrying a commanding tone, and even though he had a smile on his face, I could sense the seriousness behind his words. “I am aware that you are familiar with the responsibilities associated with being the Alpha. Although Nadia is not your True Mate, it is expected that you maintain your loyalty towards her, considering your future Mating”

Remaining silent, Zeke’s clenched jaw betrayed his reluctant consent as he nodded. The weight of his responsibilities was evident in his eyes, burdening him with a heaviness that was palpable. Nadia let out a sigh, her anger momentarily subsiding as she approached Zeke. She rubbed his back in a comforting gesture, offering him solace in the midst of his turmoil.

I couldn’t bear to watch their interaction any longer, Witnessing Nadia comforting Zake filled me with such disgust that my stomach chumed.

Lost in my own turmoil, I stood there, when suddenly a voice shattered the silence, jolting me back to reality. Filled with authority, Nadia’s father addressed Zeke once more, his tone leaving no room for argument.

“Alpha Zeke,”

Casting a quick glance in my direction, he spoke in a stern tone, making his disapproval clear.

“In the future, expect you to fully grasp the seriousness of your actions. The choices you make have consequences not only for yourself, but for the entire collective. Even when confronted with difficult circumstances, it is essential to maintain a demeanor of integrity and honor. Do you understand what I mean?”

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Zeke nodded solemnly, his face mirroring the gravity of the words spoken by Nadia’s father.

I stood there, feeling lost and uncertain amidst the tense atmosphere that enveloped the room. Nadia’s father nodded at the interaction between his daughter and Zeke, his expression satisfied.

As Nadia’s father approached me, his disapproving gaze bore into mine, sending a shiver down my spine. Before I could react, he grabbed my wrist with a firm grip, his fingers digging into my skin with an ironclad hold. I winced at the pressure, but dared not protest as he began to lead outside.

The cool air outside offered little relief from the suffocating tension that still lingered within me. I followed Nadia’s father in silence, my mind racing with a flurry of thoughts and emotions. What did he want from me? What was he going to say?

Finally, we reached a secluded spot away from prying eyes, and Nadia’s father released his grip on my wrist. I rubbed at the tender skin, feeling a surge of discomfort coursing through me. His disapproving gaze remained fixed on me, his silence heavy with unspoken judgment.

“Maya,” he began, his voice stem and authoritative, “While I may not be familiar with you in great detail, Gavyn’s narratives have led me to believe that you possess a considerable level of intelligence. I am curious to know your intentions for being alone with a man who is not your Mate.”

I could feel my blood boiling with anger as I forcefully pulled away from him.

“How dare you?!” I step back, startled, and let out a scream as I glare at him. “I had come to tell him that I was leaving, but he was fiercely opposed to the idea and did not want me to go. Trust me, the thought of being there alone with him was as unappealing to me as it is to you.”

The way Nadia’s father looked at me sent shivers down my spine, as if he could see into the depths of my thoughts. I flinch, my heart racing, as I quickly avert my gaze, unsure of how to react.

“Maya,” with his arms crossed behind his back, he started speaking, his voice filled with curiosity. “Is obtaining permission from a leader of this pack the only thing you truly require?”

Meeting his gaze, I felt a lump form in my throat and had to swallow hard.

“Yes,” I replied hesitantly, my voice barely above a whisper. “I made it a point to ask for Zeke’s permission, wanting to be considerate and follow proper protocol. Not like what you were thinking, my intention for being there was not to seduce him!”

With a thoughtful expression, Nadia’s father studied me, his eyes narrowing slightly as if trying to gauge my sincerity. Following a brief pause, he spoke once more, his voice carrying a serious and commanding undertone.

“Zeke has not yet made a formal decision regarding the selection of a Beta for the pack,” he explained. “As long as a decision is pending, I continue to hold the position of the Beta and my decision carries significance.”

His words hit me with the force of a lightning strike, leaving me utterly shocked and unable to find my voice. Unexpectedly, Nadia’s father had the authority to grant me permission to leave, and this realization filled me with a mix of relief and unease.

As Nadia’s father turned to leave, the weight of his departing footsteps echoed in the silence, leaving me standing there, overwhelmed by a sudden sense of urgency. The chance to escape Thorholde was finally within my reach, and I could feel the weight of anticipation building in my chest.

“Wait! So can I leave

Nadia’s father, sensing my shock, immediately responded with his answer.

“If you want to leave so badly,” he said sternly, turning to look at me, “Then leave.”Content bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.

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