EMMA
"You did your job well this time around," Ryder said, handing me a stack of papers.
Ryder's praise caught me off guard, but the annoying gaze still lingering in his eyes made me wary.
"Take this... It's the list of sales reports for this week. Go through it, fill in the holes, and submit it to the Alpha's table by 2 pm."
I nodded, taking the papers and returning to my seat, excitement coursing through my veins.
I couldn't help but thank Lucas silently for his help. Lady Nyx was still absent, but I am grateful she wasn't here to ruin my day again.
As I focused on my laptop, her familiar scent wafted into the office, and I looked up to see Lady Nyx standing in the doorway.
Everyone rose to show courtesy, and I followed suit, trying not to draw attention to myself. But what caught my attention was the mix of her scent with Alpha Ian's. Beena growled, sniffing in that scent.
Lady Nyx walked up gracefully to her seat, and I stood up, about to offer her coffee, but she called me back, giving me a weird look.
I had just melted back into my seat, hoping the smell of Alpha Ian had dissipated from my body. I couldn't count how many times I washed my body over and over again just to get it off
"The sales report?" I was stunned. She asked for it. Not like she is doing anything in this office aside from other me around when she is the assistant.
I handed her the papers, and she asked, "Is it done yet?" I shook my head, and she tossed the papers back at me.
"Get your ass back to that and finish it within an hour. I am to submit it, and anything related to going to the Alpha's office is out of the question immediately. I am in charge of that now"
I felt a growl rising in my throat, and to my surprise, Lady Nyx reacted agreeably, showing her claws.
"We should be the one telling you that," Beena growled, and I was stunned at how she had just shown her claws.
Lady Nyx smirked, looking at my claws. "Never knew you grew claws now! Want to fight with me?" I shook my head at this.
"Good, now go get me my coffee."
I took a deep breath, trying to calm Beena as I made my way to the break room.
When Ryder ordered me to the Alpha's office, I was initially happy, thinking I could discuss the previous day's events with Alpha Ian.
But now, with Lady Nyx's reaction, I couldn't anymore and it was making me angry.
My family was still reeling from the alpha's direct threat, my parents were shocked to hear that he was my mate but didn't want me.
They expected that reaction from him, but what they don't understand is why he is still clinging to me if he doesn't want me.
Dad wanted me to stop working here immediately, but Mum felt that it would be as if they were going against the alpha and it would bring more trouble to us.
I also felt It was better I struggle here and get the money for my sister's treatment than leaving this company and then struggle with not just money but hatred from the Alpha.
I sighed again as I recalled how my sister clung to my hand, her fear evident in her trembling grip. "I'm scared the alpha might hurt you," she whispered, her eyes wide with worry.
I tried to reassure her, but deep down, I knew I had to take action. I couldn't let the alpha's threat hang over us like a sword of Damocles. I needed to make plans to ensure he wouldn't visit our home again.
Still lost in my thoughts until I heard a very familiar voice in my head that almost made me drop the cup of coffee.
"I am still expecting you in my office." I looked around, confusion etched on my face wondering where he was talking from.
"You don't have to be scared, it's me... Ian." I was taken aback by this.
Alpha Ian, mind linking me? I hardly had any bond with the pack due to my weak wolf and lack of friendships.
Only my sister could mind link me, not even my parents. I get that Alpha Ian was different. He could mind-link anyone he wished to, but aside from the general pack bond that allowed us to sense each other's emotions, I don't feel anything connected with him since I am the lowest of the rank.
"Alpha..." I whispered, my mind racing with fear again as I listened clearly to his voice.
"I want to see you in my office," he ordered, "I am busy." I snorted, obviously still mad at the fact he warned me to stay away from guys while he was still mixed with the ladies he wanted.
"Emma, I am giving you fifteen minutes to meet me here else, your sister gets it." At the mention of my sister, I didn't think twice.
"I will be there," I answered and noticed his snicker, just then the door pushed open and Lady Nyx walked right inside.
I showed courtesy, wondering why she came down here. "Why… I am almost bringing you your coffee."
"Your smell was all over him last night," she stated, ignoring my words as she took a long stride toward where I stood.
(Yes, and that is because we are mates) Beena arguing in my head but I dared not open my mouth.
"Yes, I…" my words trailed when she collected the coffee from me, "Do you heal fast?" she asked and I shook my head confused.
"But there is no more scar on your hand," I looked down to see my hands already healed from the last burn from her coffee.
My sister has exceptional healing abilities, don't know where she learned them from but I know she healed me last night when I was asleep
Lady Nyx's actions jolted me back to reality. She poured scalding coffee on my face, and I let out a pained screech, rushing to the tap to pour water on the burn.
"How dare you get close to him after I warned you yesterday!" Lady Nyx's words were laced with venom as she blocked my path to the tap.
I murmured, "It's burned..." but she cut me off, her voice dripping with malice. "Yeah... it will, bitch! That's your punishment. If I make you ugly, he won't want to see you anymore."
I collapsed to my knees, wincing in agony. Lady Nyx picked up the boiling water from the kettle, and I knew I was in for more pain.
"He's never been close to any girl until you came along," she spat. "If it's because of some hidden beauty, then I will destroy it."
I let out another pained groan as she was about to pour the boiling water on me. Just as I thought I couldn't take it anymore, the door burst open, and the kettle flew across the room.
"What the fuck, Nyx!" Alpha Ian's voice thundered through the room.
"I... Ian," Lady Nyx stuttered, but Alpha Ian cut her off.
"Get out!" he ordered, his voice authoritative.
Lady Nyx hesitated before backing down. "I didn't mean to..."
Alpha Ian knelt beside me, scooping me up from the ground. "Ian, where are you taking her?" Lady Nyx asked, concern etched in her voice. "The whole office will see you."
But Alpha Ian didn't respond. Instead, he called out a name I hadn't heard of before.
"Theo!" and a figure appeared before us. I was too pain-stricken to make out who it was, but Alpha Ian's next words sent a chill down my spine.
"Throw her in the dungeon."