Ch. 206..210

Chapter 206 The focus of Ryan’s attention turned to Teresa, and as he listened to her, he furrowed his brows. “Why didn’t anyone know who she was?” He inquired in a calm voice, but his friends were aware that he was anything but peaceful on the inside at that moment. After giving Ryan a sideways glance, Teresa let out a chuckle. “Alpha, it was Allison’s decision. She does not want anybody else to know about the connection between you and her.” Teresa’s words came out with a mockery tone. However, others were not able to comprehend. Glen nodded his head and remarked, “Allison is always like this. She doesn’t like to grab attention. She prefers to keep a low profile.” Allison gave her father a smile before responding, “I don’t think they should know about it either.” “What do you mean, Allison? After the wedding, they will get to know about it.” Ella said. Allison cast a glance in Ryan’s direction, and the two of them locked their eyes. She did not break eye contact and said to Ella, nk about it later, Aunt.” e believed that after the wedding, she would undoubtedly ge others. son looked away from Ryan once she noticed that he remained in ye contact and continued eating. She was angry at him. Actually, she was upset. She felt that he was #25 BONU not the Ryan she was in love with. He had changed. This change was not good for her. She stayed with the decision to avoid him and leave him if he did not want her. After dinner, everyone left the dining room. They were heading to their own rooms when Ryan stopped Teresa by calling her name. “Teresa” “Yes, Alpha?”

“In my office right now.” He ordered and proceeded to his office, which was located on the upper level and on the right side. Allison turned her head to gaze at Teresa and then questioned, “Is everything okay?” Teresa gave a little shake of the head. “No worries. He must be calling me to ask how everything went today in school, whether your registration papers were okay or not. These types of things.” “Oh.” “Go get some rest and sleep well. Tomorrow, we have classes to attend.” “Okay, you should also take som-” Allison paused when her eyes fell on Max. “I forgot you can’t take a rest. Your man is staring at you intently like wolf.” Allison said and giggled. a ell, blushed when she heard Allison. She glanced at Max, who oking at her. You are ric He is a hungry beast in bed.” Teresa replied. Allisom’s jaw dropped at her sassy reply. How could she forget her best friend’s sassy attitude? “Okay, good night. See you in the morning.” Allison said and hugged Teresa. She went over to her mother, who was having a conversation with Ella, and gave her a bear hug. Ella turned her head to gaze at her and questioned, “Where’s mine?” Additionally, Allison gave her a hug. It broke her heart to think that she would not be able to spend any more time with the Iversen family. She went upstairs to her room and took a shower first. After that, she changed into her pajamas and went to sleep on the bed. Meanwhile, Teresa was on her way to Ryan’s office. “I don’t know what he will do to me.” Teresa mumbled under her

breath. “You should not have poked him like that. His mood was off today. Why did you tell him about those boys?” Max asked as he was also walking with Teresa, proceeding to Ryan’s office. They stopped in front of the office room. Before Teresa could knock on the door, Ryan spoke out from inside. “Come in.” The sound of his voice caused her to take a sharp breath. Max smiled as he opened the door for her and patted her on the back. “Go inside. I am going to our room.” -Teresa grabbed his hand. “Stay with me.” He smirked and whispered, “Don’t worry. He won’t kill his Beta’s mate.” Teresa gave him a gentle tap on the arm, and he responded by laughing at her. She hurriedly entered the office and then slowly shut the door after she was inside. Her gaze eventually settled on Ryan He was in his usual spot, behind the desk, sitting in his chair, “Alpha” Ryan gave her a look before gesturing for her to take a seat in one of the chairs. Teresa made her way over to the seats and took a seat in the chair on the left. She said, “Alpha, you called me.” “How was the day?” He asked. “It was good, Alpha.” “Was she feeling comfortable with everything?” Teresa stared at the man. ‘You are such a dumb guy. Boy, why is it that you can’t just ask this question to Allison directly? Am I Allison? No. You should go and ask her. If you had talked to her, it would have been possible for you to find solutions to the challenges you were having.’ She scolded Ryan in her mind. Ryan frowned at her. “Where are you lost?” “Huh? Oh, no, no, Alpha. I was thinking about the whole day, and yes. She was feeling comfortable. Did you not hear what she said while she was sitting at the table? Everyone was kind and respectful to her.”

“I heard what she said. I was also listening in on what you were saying.” “What do you mean, Alpha?” “Who are they?” “What?” “The boys you were talking about. Who are they?” Teresa cleared her throat and smiled sheepishly. “Alpha, they are ordinary boys. I can’t even recognize their names.” “I gave you such a powerful position, and you are telling me you can’t even recognize people’s faces?” “Alpha, calm down. Listen to me. I know you are really mad right now. But those boys are innocent. Allison was the one who did not want anyone to know about you and her. She behaves strangely; I don’t know why.” “What do you mean by strangely?” Teresa looked away from him and laughed in her head. However, she did not show any sign of emotion on her face and instead responded, “She was talking about leaving me and her parents. I was shocked. Then I convinced her not to say anything like that. Ryan was taken aback. “Did she say that?” Η She looked at him and nodded her head. “Yes, Alpha.” Ryan let out a sigh and shook his head in frustration. “I am not a fool, Teresa. You are saying this because you heard about today from her.” Her eyes widened. She shook her head and replied, “I heard, but she has decided to leave you. She said she did not want to be here either.” Teresa was able to observe that Ryan’s expression became gloomy. She got to her feet and made one last attempt at beating the odds. “Alpha, each and every boy at our school has a crush on Allison. You know how hot she is. We girls

can understand how boys look at us. They don’t know that she is your woman, you know. She also told everyone that she is single right now I think one of then wende express their liking for her at any time. And what if shar “Shut up.” Ryan cut her off. He glared at her “A-Alpha, I am sleepy Mex is waiting Goodnight Teresa rushed out of the office She buffed when she came out te smirked and thought, ‘Let’s see how Alpha Ryan reacts after this

Chapter 207 Allison got up much earlier than usual today. She got ready. Teresa bought her some clothes last night. She wore one of them. She was dressed in a light pink dress that reached her knees. She radiated flawless and exquisite beauty. In fact, she looked younger than her age. She began to curl her hair from the bottom. She put on a pair of black boots. She felt good to dress up for herself. She left her room and went downstairs. Everyone was lounging on the couches of the living room. They looked at her and smiled. “Today, you two can have breakfast with us.” Ella said, as they were not getting late at all. Allison agreed with Ella. Teresa looked at Allison and winked at her. Allison walked to her and asked, “You are in a good mood today.” Teresa yawned and mumbled, “Yeah, I feel refreshed.” “That’s great.” She chuckled when she realized what had refreshed Teresa. They went to the dining room to have breakfast. “Where is Ryan?” Ethan asked. “He is out of the pack house.” Delta Owen replied. Allison glanced at the empty chair and then returned her attention to her food. After breakfast, she and Teresa left for their school. Allison’s first class was not with Teresa. So she headed to her first class alone. After she walked in, she looked around for a place to sit. She noticed there was a

vacant seat next to a boy. She walked to the seat and sat there. A few students turned to them and raised their brows. “What?” She asked them. “That’s Ruby’s seat.” The boy next to her let out. She turned her head to him and then to the students in front of her. “Well, I am sorry. I didn’t know.” She said and was about to stand up, but the boy beside her stopped her. “Oh, it’s okay. She can sit with Mack.” Allison was confused. “Who is Mack?” The boy introduced his friends to her. “I am Ron. They are Mack and Malini.” “Hi. I am new here, so I didn’t know it was someone else’s place.” Allison apologized. vorry. Ruby is our friend. And there she is.” He said, then d at a girl who had just entered the class. son turned her head to look at the girl who was approaching her. e didn’t look pleased when her eyes fell on Allison. Who is she?” She asked. “I am Allison Clark. Hello.” Allison replied to herself. Allison could see that Ruby liked Ron. She did not want anyone to # mistake her as a destroyer, so she stood up and said to them that she could take another seat. After the class, those four people joined her in another classroom. Allison found them friendly and felt that they were good people. Because other students were different, the girls were staring at her with hostile expressions, as though she posed a threat to them. On the other hand, young men’s gazes were tinged with lust as they surveyed her. Allison had the opinion that men were the same. They were only

interested in women. During break time, she met Teresa in the school’s cafeteria. “I can’t believe this cafe is bigger than the few classrooms of our previous school.” Allison said while looking around the cafe. “Yeah, you are right.” “I have met a few students. They are really good.” “Any boy?” “Yeah, two boys and two girls. Why?” Allison asked while looking at her with confused eyes. “Nothing.” Teresa replied with a smirk. ishing up with all of their classes, they made their way ds the front door. They could see the crowd. son peeked at the crowd, trying to see what they were looking at. At that time, Teresa’s phone rang. Allison could see who had called her. It was Max. Teresa received the call and almost screamed. “What are you saying? You all are out of school! We are coming.” A25 BORUS She reached out and grabbed Allison’s hand before sprinting towards the other people. “They are outside.” Before Allison could ask anything, she heard whispers. “Alpha is here! He has never been there.” “Someone said his girlfriend is studying here with us.” “Girlfriend? Wasn’t it Elora?” “No, he declared to get married with another girl.” “My dad said that she was his mate. “Who is the luckiest girl?” Allison overheard a lot of people whispering. She paid them no attention and continued walking into the crowd. As soon as the students noticed Teresa, they retreated. Allison realized that she heard right about

her. She had great power in this pack. When they reached the entrance, Allison’s steps halted. She saw Ryan leaning against his car as if waiting for someone. His black jeans, black t-shirt, and black sunglasses gave him the look of a spoiled brat at the school. For o e thought back to the past when Ryan had just returned light Crown pack. aightened his posture and started walking in her direction. a hurried over to Max and gave him a bear hug. “What are you doing here?” She asked and glanced at the two other cars. Max looked at Ryan and muttered, Your words really affected him.” Teresa turned to look at Ryan, who was now standing next to Allison. Allison looked away from him. The crowd was watching Ryan with amazed eyes. They could not believe that they had been blessed with such an incredible opportunity to meet their head Alpha in person. Ryan reached out and grabbed Allison’s hand before looking around at the people around them. “From what I’ve heard, you’re in the dark about her true identity. She is going to be your Luna very soon. The most important thing is…” He paused and turned his attention to the young men who were standing there with their heads bowed in submission. “She is my woman. So be careful with the way you look at her. If something is brought to my attention in the future, I will pull out your eyes as retaliation.” 4

Chapter 208 When everyone heard Ryan, they immediately felt fear deep within themselves. The girls began to tremble and were on the verge of falling on their knees in submission. Fear was the only thing that came to their minds when they thought about Allison. She was Alpha Ryan’s woman. Not only that, she was their soon-to-be Luna! The boys around them felt frightened and remained quiet. They were aware that the only thing required of them was to show respect for Allison. If nothing was done, this man would slay them while they were still alive. e aura Allison’s attention was fixed on Ryan the entire time he was talking. She could see that this man had a compared to everyone else. His statements were binding, just like the law. People feared him more than they feared death itself. It was his words that took her by surprise. He referred to her as his woman. Why? Didn’t he say that he did not have any feelings for her anymore? She cast her gaze over the crowd and was able to observe their reacts. She felt bad for the students, so she said to Ryan in a one. are you here?” an turned to her and dragged her along with him. She realized that e was holding her hand. He opened the front passenger door and said, “Get in.” Allison did not want to create any drama there. So she got in the car. He closed the door and went to the driver’s seat. After he started the car, the cars that were behind it started following his car as well. Allison glanced at the side mirror. She could see more than five cars behind them. When she considered the possibility that Ryan had actually gone everywhere like this, she was astounded.

“Why did you say that there?” She asked Ryan. “I didn’t tell any lies They need to know who they are messing with.” He stated as he focused his attention on the road. Allison turned her head to face him. “Why did you say that I was your woman?” He frowned after hearing it. He looked at her and asked, “Aren’t you?” She averted her gaze from his questionable eyes and cleared her throat. “Concentrate on the road.” He turned his attention back to the road and replied, “Then don’t ask me any illogical questions.” “Yeah, I ask illogical questions, and you are the most logical person. You can do and say anything. I just can’t understand why you need to come to my school. It was just my second day.” She asked with an annoyed tone. “Because you like to keep your true identity a secret. But I am not like you.” Allison regarded him while laughing sarcastically at him. “Look who’s talking! The man who has spent his entire life keeping his true identity a secret from his family and others now will give me advice about it.” She mocked him while shaking her head. She noticed his fingers clenched around the steering wheel of the car. She gulped and looked away. She did not want to take a chance with this man. Who knows what would come to his mind, and he would do that. She rested her back against the seat and looked outside the window as she thought he was driving back to the pack house. However, after a while, she noticed that the pack house did not come into view. The distance between the school and the pack house could be covered in under twenty minutes. If this was the case, then why hadn’t they arrived there yet?

She turned to him and asked, “Where are we going?” “Didn’t you want to leave me and this pack?” “I still do.” “I thought, why not make your wish come true?” “What do you mean? Where are you taking me? I am not going anywhere with you.” He turned his head and smirked at her. “Why? Are you afraid of me?” She rolled her eyes at him. “Afraid of you? In your dreams.” “So you are not scared?” “Scared of what?” “That I am taking you somewhere. There will be no one to save you from me.” Adlisomuchuckled. She sounded bittere What atacayoyou do? Kith me? You cannham not afraid of death, Alpha Rybyah.” He turned silent. He did notartter a word after thataAlAfter like an hour, ther cao crossed a border. Adisset set up straight. Her eyes widened. Site thoughghtyByawawas just kidglish She could not believe that he was actuallylyalakingehen out of bacback. Stiel didtrækalsk him anything. She took out her phone fdmomenerabag bdialed fècreenesals number. But she found no network brothechphone. hathamentisakyan increased the car’s speed by revvingthehenengine. Stine snestre ligally fett scared. She could not help but sayay, leylase acuydoidoing? Where are we going? You can’t justsakekame aylike thathbhaveaveatokask my parents.” ur parents two wohcaoutineThey give your hand to me soshcaman by you anywhere erealwant.” frown deepeneched aerheranxiety morphed into wrath before herer s.es.

w dare you say thathate/corcona have to throw me. I myself don’t it to stay with you.bu.” re was a smirk on Ryan sarás a bewit swase like he was enjoying the ridede much. Or Allison could say she haswas pleased to pick or her.. ant, i thoughtglot would abhoumenbe thencaricellation of the weddingg b.” She said.aid n’s delighted face turned grigrim/havbad din yoaysay?” have to cancel test soon as possuselblauYoucan’t just force me too fry you. Allison gasped loudly as the car came to a startling halt. It stopped in the middle of the road as he pressed the brake after hearing her statement. He then switched his attention to her and pointed his finger in her direction. “You should forget about it because I will never cancel it.” “You can’t force me.” “Of course I can. I am the head Alpha of the pack where you are currently living. I am the one who won your pack. I will be the one to bring down the pack that you will join to live with if you dare to leave me.” She ga gazed into the icy orbs that were pointing an accusatory glare in her direction. She ignored his words and asked, “Tell me where we are going.” He turned away from her and started the car again. “Be prepared to behave like a Luna. We are going to the East Flow pack.” ay’s

Chapter 209 “East Flow Pack?” Allison was perplexed as to the motivation behind his want to go to that pack. But then she came to the realization that, because he had only recently become the leader of the pack, he would be expected to shoulder all of the responsibilities associated with this position. “But why me? Why do you want to take me there?” She asked again when he did not reply to her. “You didn’t hear me. I said to prepare yourself.” Allison felt that there was no point in attempting to converse with this man. He would proceed to act in the manner that he desired. She was mad at him, so she turned to the window and kept looking outside without any further conversation. It took them a few hours to reach the East Flow Pack. It was close to the Black Moon Pack, so they did not have to spend much time on the road. It was nighttime when they arrived at the pack house of the East Flow pack; it was evening. 2 Guards hurried to their cars and opened the doors for them as soon as they reached them. When Allison got out of the car, the first person she saw was Teresa, which took her by surprise. “Tess! You also came!” She said it happily and walked to her. Teresa smiled at her and hugged her. “Yes, honey. I am the beta’s wife in your pack. Of course, I had to come.” “You can’t even begin to explain to you how I am feeling right now. I feel like I have come back to life. Otherwise, I was worried about how I would stay with that arrogant man. “So you thought you two would be all alone?” Teresa asked and winked at her. “Tess, please. You know me.”

“Okay, don’t get mad. We come in a new pack to visit. Let’s enjoy it.” Allison nodded her head and glanced at others who were looking around while talking about something. Allison looked at the pack house. It looked like a penthouse to her. Teresa and she walked together to the pack house first. Guards and a few men bowed to them. Allison did not know who those men were but guessed they were important members of the East Flow pack. “Wow. Not bad.” Teresa said as she took a look around the pack house at the various decorations. Not only did it appear simple from the outside, but also from the inside. This residence had the appearance of a contemporary dwelling, not like a pack house where the Alpha lived with his family and officials. Allison noticed Ryan talking with Colin while entering the pack house. He looked serious. “Call a pack meeting tomorrow.” “Okay.” She overheard their conversation and understood that he would be swamped. “Tell everyone to keep arranging everything for the wedding.” Ryan said as his gaze fell on Allison. Allison gave him the cold shoulder. “Did you hear him? He still wants a fake marriage. A marriage in names and papers.” Allison whispered to Teresa. Teresa held her hand and patted it. “Maybe he has changed his mind.” “Oh, hell no. He kept talking rudely to me in the car. I don’t want him to sit on my head. I will not tolerate his arrogance at all. He is Alpha Ryan for others, but for me, he is the man who now hates me.” Teresa let out a heavy sigh. She was at a loss for words. Allison made an effort to win Ryan over, even though he was in an angry mood. But as Ryan sought to learn the realities, Allison turned her back. Teresa had the impression that she would pass away while attempting to help them. But she decided to keep trying. Allison was her best friend. She had to bear so much. Now it was her time to show her friendship, and she would try her best.

They were shown to their rooms by the maids. After changing into a different outfit, Allison proceeded to the dining room to join the other people for dinner. On the way, she got a call from her mother. “Mom.” “Are you enjoying there?” “Mom, did you and Dad permit Ryan to take me here?” “How can we permit him? He is your mate. He can take you anywhere he wants.” “I see.” She muttered and scolded Ryan in her mind. “Allison, my daughter. Listen to me. “Yes, Mom.” “For such a young age, you have experienced a lot. Over the past few years, you have had to go through a lot of suffering. It’s time for you to smile and laugh, my little daughter. Please pay attention to your heart and make peace with your future.” “But Mom, this is my fate. What if fate doesn’t want me to stay happy? “Why are you saying this? You wanted to be with Ryan, didn’t you? Now, when fate gives you a chance, use it. Appreciate the time you are spending with your mate in the present moment. Put the past in the past.”. Allison thought that she might have forgotten everything, but that man didn’t want to forget the past. After having a short conversation with her mother, she joined the rest of the people for dinner. She noticed that Ryan did not come to join the table. She heard from others that he was working on something in his room at the time. After dinner, Allison retired to her room as soon as she could. After a short while, Teresa came to her room and knocked on the door. Allison let her in. She noticed there were some clothes in Teresa’s hand. “You have to wear these dresses until we go back to our pack.” “Okay.”

Teresa handed her the clothes and told her to change her clothes into nightwear. “I will take you to look around the pack house. Hurry up. Allison noticed that those clothes had a few nightgowns and no pajamas. “Tess, I can’t wear these nightgowns.” “Come on. You will look good.” “I don’t want to.” “I usually wear these. So the designer sent these types of clothes to you too. I am sorry, my honey. Just wear it for two days. We will leave the day after tomorrow anyway.” Allison had no choice but to wear one of those night clothes. She chose the violet nightgown and went to the bathroom to change. When she came out, Teresa’s eyes were delighted. “Such a hot chick you are!” Allison hit her arm. “Shut up.” “Let’s go.” “Will we go in these clothes?” “No one is around at this hour. Everyone left for their room. And you have a robe, too. Wear it. It will also look hot.” Teresa said and made her wear the upper robe of the nightgown. They went out of the room, and Teresa was right. There was no one outside. Allison did not feel very awkward because Teresa was also dressed in a nightgown similar to hers. Her upper robe did a great job of concealing her cleavage. But it was knee-length, so she did not look odd, for sure. They began their exploration in the gallery, moved on to the balcony, and then explored a few hallways. Teresa stopped in front of a big wooden door and twisted the doorknob. She peeked inside while tilting her head. “What a room!” She said and turned to Allison.

“Let’s go inside, Allison.” She said and pulled her with her. Allison was able to take in the stunning details of the room’s decor. But it was a master bedroom. When she realized whose room it was, she was taken aback. She was about to turn to Teresa to tell her to leave the room as fast as they could. But before she could do that, she heard Teresa from behind. “I am sorry, honey. But you both don’t leave any choice for me. If your two decide to kill me tomorrow, I won’t be upset about it.” Allison turned and saw Teresa rush to the door. She left the room, then shut the door from outside. She frowned, as she could not understand what Teresa was trying to say or do. She walked to the door and grabbed the doorknob. She twisted a few times. But it was locked! “Tess-” She was interrupted by the sound of someone opening a door. She slowly turned around, and as she did so, her eyes landed on the man who was wearing a black bathrobe and had just come out of the bathroom after having a shower. His eyes met hers, and he asked, “What are you doing here?”

Chapter 210 Allison quickly averted her gaze from him before responding, “Teresa locked the door from behind.” As Ryan approached the door, she moved to the side to make room for him. He reached for the doorknob and made an attempt to turn it, but the door was locked. He turned his head to her and asked “Your best friend is really up to something.” When she looked at him, she noticed that his gaze had moved to her nightgown. She gulped and looked away. She tried to fix her upper robe. “Please, give me your phone.” She said without looking at him. He put his hands on the pockets of the bathrobe and asked, “Why?” She gave him a frowning look as she gazed at him. “Call your friends and tell them to open the door.” He amused himself by leaning his back against the door and smirking. “And why would I do that?” As soon as she heard the question, she felt her jaw drop. “What are you looking for? Will you mock me once more for entering your room and staying here for another night?” He scratched his forehead. “If you are so afraid of allegations, then why did you come to my bedroom in the first place?” Allison was fuming with wrath. She gave a slight nod of her head. “I can’t just believe it. You will never stop taunting me.” “You are right. Why would I stop?” She glanced at the bathroom and pointed to him there. “I suggest you go and change this bathrobe. Put on some clothes.” “Excuse me?” “No, you are not excused. Can’t you see a woman in your room? How can you roam around the room in a bathrobe?”

Ryan noticed her expression. He was enjoying it. He nodded his head. “You are right. I should change the bathrobe.” Allison turned to the door when he moved from there. She was about to knock on the door but halted and turned to him. “Hey! Give me your phone. I will call someone for help. Maybe Max can help us, or Owen.” “No way. They are my friends, not my se rvants. It’s nighttime, and they need sleep. I am going to change; till then, keep trying to open the door.” Allison scoffed at him and began to knock on the door. “Is anyone here? Please open the door.” She knocked loudly, but no one came to help her. She was surprised that no one heard her. eresa tell the maids not to come to this area?’ She thought at it and got mad at Teresa. e turned around and started to search for Ryan’s phone. She would ave to call someone. Otherwise, she could not get out of the room tonight. She checked on the nightstand, the couches, and the coffee table. She was unable to locate his phone. “Where is his phone? Argh!” She stomped on the floor angrily while. looking for the phone. She grabbed the blanket and yanked it away from the bed. Her eyes fell on the phone. “Yes, I finally got it.” She was relieved to find it, but when she saw that the phone could only be unlocked with a fingerprint, she felt helpless and defeated. “How can you be so dumb, baby? You thought I used my phone without a lock?” Allison heard a deep voice come from behind her. She immediately turned, but let out a gasp when her eyes fell upon a bare chest. The physique was remarkable, with abs and muscles prominently displayed. Ryan was just wearing a pair of black sweatpants with no shirt on. He was only a few steps away from her. She looked at his face and asked,

“W-Why are you shirtless?” He lowered his head and moved closer to her, coming to eye level. “You are in my bedroom. I am free to behave as I want and wear whatever I prefer. I don’t like to sleep wearing clothes anyway.” He said while giving her a knowing wink She inhaled deeply and quickly diverted her gaze from him. “S-Stay away from me. I don’t want to know how you like to sleep.” ShShe tried to walk past him, but he blocked her path by standing in her weway. She looked at him. He gestured to her on the phone. “That’s mine.” She shoved the phone into his chest and replied, “Call someone right now. You are a head Alpha. Won’t anyone come to help you? Is it a joke?” She said with a cold voice and walked to the door. She began to bang on the door. “Someone please open the door. Your Alpha is locked inside. His life is in danger.” Allison felt someone approaching behind her. She was taken aback by Ryan standing behind her. He slowly wrapped his hands around her waist Her hands froze when he turned her around. Her back pressed against the door. Her eyes looked at him with wide eyes. His eyes were staring at her. His body came close to hers. “W-What are you doing?” “What’s wrong with your expression? When we were in the car together, didn’t you state that you had no fear of me?” Allison tried to calm herself, but she failed when she realized how close they were. He released her waist, placed his hands on the door, and caged her between his arms to keep her from escaping. Her cheeks flushed from the close proximity. She saw him looking at her. His eyes slowly roam at her almost revealing nightgown. She cursed herself for wearing it. She rubbed her legs together in nervousness under his gaze. She tried to pull her robe behind from

her chest area so that her cleavage would not show at all. But his hand gripped her wrist to prevent her from continuing. She felt him lowering her head and pressing his lips against her left ear. She closed her eyes as her breath hitched at his touch. “You are looking hot.” He whispered it in her ear. She swallowed her breath and opened her eyes. His scent enveloped her completely. She could smell him as if he let his guard down and opened all the links for her to feel him. She found that she couldn’t get enough of his scent. It felt addictive to her. She lifted her hands and placed them on his abs, then tried to push him. “Ryan, stay away. I don’t want another misunderstanding.” He moved his head. His nose brushed against her cheek. His lips were an inch away from hers, and then he muttered, “You came here to play with fire. How can I keep myself under control when you look like this and drive my mind insane?”