Chapter 71

Her Cold-Hearted Alpha Chapter 71

His Resolve

ALEJANDRO

I downed the liquid , relishing the way it burned my throat before I tossed the glass onto the ground ,

watching it shatter into a thousand pieces before gripping the balcony rail as I glared out into the

darkness . Why couldn’t I fucking control myself ? I was fucking losing my shit and she stood there

unbothered . Fuck , I was relying on her running away from me .

Not coming to my fucking engagement looking like a fucking goddess . The way she stood there …

poised , in control and that goddess damned aura of hers . The urge to mark and mate with her right

now was taking over . I needed her gone …. How do I get her to leave ? ” Alejandro . ” Rafael’s voice

came . Well fuck , can no one leave me the fuck alone ? Clearly not .

He came over and rested on the rail next to me . I clenched m y jaw , glaring out ahead . ” You ok ?

You seem … restless . ” He said , his fucking concern clear in his voice. I scoffed . ” I’m not a fucking

kid Raf , and more than that , don’t try to act like you fucking care . ” I do care . It doesn’t matter that

you’re thirty – four , you’re still my kid brother . I’m proud of you , that you’re ready to settle down … But

I don’t know , you don’t seem to be happy …

” His tone was as gentle as ever . I hated it , hated that shitty concern . It reminded me of our fucking

childhood when he told me it’s all going to be fucking ok … He was the only fucking one who’s seen me

at my fucking weakest and most vulnerable … ” I’m fucking fine .

” ” I want to see you happy brother , but with someone you want to . Don’t force yourself you don’t want

to . ” He said , placing a if hand on my shoulder . ” A little fucking late for that . My decision’s made . ” ”

F ” ” You can back out if you want … ” ” Just stay the fuck out of my business . ” I said , now moving

away from the wall as I lit another cigarette ” Thank you for having Raihana and Rayhan … Raihana

doesn’t even want to go home .

” ” Well , she’s fucking delusional then , I almost killed Rayhan a few times . You might want to keep

them the fuck away IF from me . ” Only Rayhan ? ” Rafael said , clearly fucking emphased . ” What the

fuck does that mean ? ” I said coldly . ” You had three young girls in this house . Only Rayhan got

injured , not bad at all . Considering he’s an Alpha who can defend himself . Don’t paint yourself worse

than you are , Al . ” ” You’re fucking stupid too .

” ” Come for a visit Alejandro , you and Jasmin . I think it would be nice . ” He said . His irritating tone

grating at my fucking nerves . ” You should ask your mate first before inviting a monster home . ” I said

, shoving past him .

” AL . H ” Excuse me , my King , it’s time for the ceremony . ” Kennan , one of the council members

said . ” Sure , let’s get this shit over and done with . ” I replied coldly , despite the fucking pain that was

squeezing at my chest .

We walked back inside and I saw Jasmin was already standing on the dais talking t o one of the council

members . Allen , he was one of the three top advisors alongside Kennan and then of course we had

that dickhead Elijah . The youngest one of the fucking trio . I did put the fuckers in that position , but

that doesn’t mean I like them . ” Alpha . ” Jasmin said , flashing me a smile .

She looked ok I guess in her gold dress , but she was completely unappealing to m e . This was what I

was settling for . I’m meant to be the fucking King and I couldn’t even have what I wanted . Thanks to

my own fucking insecurities and fear that I’ll hurt her … As the room went silent and Allen began o n his

complimentary shit , my mind was fucking fogging up . I could still back out …

But would I hurt Kiara ? I mean , I can’t even think I’d hurt her . No. I could . Just how I lost it with Dad

and killed my Mom , who got caught up in the crossfire … What i f I did the same to Kiara ? Would she

even want me ? Probably not , apart from being good at fucking her , I don’t think there’s anything else

she’d find fucking appealing and I don’t really blame her … I mean , I’m a fucking mess who has

fucking issues . ” … truly an honour .

Today our King will take his chosen mate , a Queen , to reign over us . For the future of his legacy and

one of our kind . Since the Lycan King , Alejandro Rossi , took his place , abuse against packs by

Alphas has become almost non – existent .

The monsters that attack our packs and pups are being taken care of . Our King has ruled and formed

a union of understanding within the entire kingdom . My King , Alpha Alejandro , are you ready to make

Jasmin Bloom , daughter of Alpha Bill of The Quick Fang Pack , your Queen and Luna ? ” a I clenched

my jaw , as Jasmin gave me a smile . My heart raced as I looked out at the crowds .

My eyes were searching for just one … She stood out , and even if she wasn’t in black , I would have

found her . She stood there like a fucking Queen , her confidence and aura spread around her and the

urge to go to her and fucking ask her to forgive me threatened to overcome me .

Her eyes were cast down , but I wished I could look into those orbs of hers . This wouldn’t break her ,

would it ? I mean , I hurt her enough already . She was strong , right ? Well , if she was , then why

couldn’t I keep her ? Look up Amore Mio , tell me you don’t care … Show me you’re o k .

I looked at her but she was composed . The only thing that showed her emotions was the way her

breasts rose and fell . I felt fucking weak , out of control and fucking lost , she seemed to be the only

light … What do I do ? After Kiara , there was no woman I wanted physically and even marking

someone else … the thought made my fucking stomach churn . Fuck .

M y heart was hammering in my chest , ringing loudly in my ear , and I suddenly felt this place was too

fucking tight.

” Alpha . ” Jasmin said , now placing her hand on my arm . ” Mark me . ” ” 1 Everyone clapped . ‘

Please don’t . ‘ Darien’s voice came through the link . ‘ You need her . ‘ I shut him out as I turned

towards Jasmin . Mark her and get over it . I took a deep breath and bent down slightly .

My eyes flickered red , the beast within me rising i n anger . Kiara . Fuck , stop coming into my mind ! I

looked at the neck before me , it wasn’t Kiara … I didn’t want this … Fuck I couldn’t … I just couldn’t . ”

I can’t . ” I said hoarsely , stepping back . A ripple of gasps flitted through them as some began to

whisper and others exchanged looks .

I couldn’t , I just couldn’t … My heart was racing and for a moment I felt like I was caught in the

headlights . For the first time , I didn’t like the fact that all eyes were on me .

” Why , my King ? ” Allen asked , alarmed . Jasmin covered her mouth , her eyes filled with tears . ” I …

She’s not my mate . ” I muttered .

A louder gasp and a buzz of murmurs enveloped me as I closed my eyes , running my fingers through

my hair . What the fuck have I just done.