An Omega For Sale by Kess

Chapter 233

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He began walking and I followed behind him. The only sounds that could be heard was the crunching of leaves under our feet and the birds singing around us. There was an unspoken tension between us that I had never felt from him before. Being in Simon’s presence always made me feel at ease, silence between us was usually very comfortable, but rare.

We always had something to talk about, something to laugh about. Admittedly, I did most of the talking but he usually went along with it, adding the necessary sounds that assured me that he was listening to what I had to say and laughing when necessary. It was never awkward but now it felt different.

Everything fell different. It felt like I was walking with a stranger. I didn’t know what to say to him and at the same time, I had plenty to say to him, none of which was very nice. It pissed me to no end the conflicting emotions and thoughts that ran through me

Soon the trees became lesser and lesser and it didn’t take very long for us to come out of the clearing. It was hard to believe that I had run through the woods, seeing how long it took us to find our way out of it.

“Arthurt” A man called and Simon steered us in his direction.

didn’t know if you needed help or something. Why did you start the patrol without any help? You know how dangerous these woods get. I wa-” The man said once again, but stopped as I stepped out from behind Simon’s back and his eyes

rush over. Stephen, met Jessy. She’s the newest member of the

it in a handshake, blushing when he gave me a wink. He was handsome

glad Arthur got to you when he did.” He said seriously and I nodded in

while running. I’ll just make my way back home now.” I said, gently pulling out my hands that had remained in Stephen’s even after

me. When I looked towards him, I almost flinched in shock. His eyes were dark and the frown that sat on his face made his features appear really scary. If glares could kill, I didn’t think I would be alive or Stephen from the

go.” He said and I quickly shook my head. I

It’s fine. Thanks once again.” I responded,

Jessy, I’m not sure whatever gave you the strength to run this far earlier but you might find it more difficult to do again because you’re completely off pack grounds. I have a bike, she’s pretty fast and I could drop you off quickly, plus I can guarantee you’ll enjoy the

don’t think that will be necessary. I’ll-” Simon had began saying but I already knew what he was going to say and I wanted

please. Thank you Stephen.” I said.

shot me a glare which I quickly returned and without waiting for him to say another word, I made my way towards Stephan’s bike. I watched