Bride of the Cursed Alpha (Auren and Lucien)

Chapter 239

Chapter 239

Summer POV

The place smelled of fresh herbs, simmer

and sizzling meats. The challenge for the Luna trials was set the next day, which was a cooking

competition.

Brad had left yesterday in the evening. He wanted to spend time with me, but he had to leave because he had to prepare for what was coming next. Though I didn’t understand it, I could sense that it was urgent.

Pressing a kiss to my temple, his parting words were, “Do you trust me?” I was wrapped in his tight embrace, like he hated to leave me. When I nodded, he said, “Then please don’t go anywhere. I’ll be back

soon as possible. I’m going to make things right.”

I pressed my face in his chest, unable to bear this separation

He stroked my hair and kissed the crown of my head. “As

I hate to stay away from you,” he breathed.

and face another round of depression. “When will you return?”

as

possible.” He cupped my cheeks and lifted my face to press a kiss on my lips. “Goddess,

Me too, Brad. Where will this all lead to? I let out a deep sigh, and decided to tell him about the conversation Laura had with her father. He listened to it intently, after which he left.

So here I was. The outdoor cooking area was spacious, with large grills, an open flame pit, and stone countertops. There were wooden tables for food preparation. They were surrounded by shelves stocked with pots, pans, and spices. A canopy provided shade for us. Tables and chairs were set for the pack members who would come to eat the food we made.

with activity as other contestants scurried around. As much as I hated to admit it, I was out of my depth here. I had no experience cooking for anyone but myself. And what did an Alpha even like to eat? I used to be a waitress where I served dinner, and not

girls’ movements. They were used to this–used to impressing people with their skills, impressing the Alphas with their prowess

some knowledge. Like what was popular in my restaurant.

not quite reaching her eyes as she sensed my frustration. “Hey, you’ve got this, Summer. Just trust yourself,” she said softly in

make something simple, like pasta?” I asked, trying to hide the panic rising in

love, they’ll love it. And besides, we both know it’s not just about cooking, it’s

so sure. I had no idea what an Alpha would enjoy eating. Pasta seemed too simple, too…plain. But it was the only thing

bottle of olive oil. I worked quickly, trying to quiet the voices. of doubt in my head. The other contestants were already plating their meals, their dishes looking nothing short of gourmet. The girls were well–trained, unlike the uncouth me. I tried to ignore

dish and added the final touches. The sauce thickened, the vegetables softened, and the chicken cooked to the level I wanted. I looked down

I had no one coming to my table. The rejection from the pack members hurt, and I didn’t even know why. Like it was a personal rejection. I blinked the tears away from my eyes. It was stupid. Why would anyone eat the pasta made? It was so regular that everyone had it in their homes on a regular

old approached. He took

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Chapter 239

I said, trying to keep my voice steady even

of the dish. “Wow!” he exclaimed, “Your seasoning is so much

in large numbers. Surprise couldn’t fit the emotion I felt. I felt honored and so happy that it drove away my depression. I had to ask the hielpers to

the coroner of my eye, I saw Daisy glaring at

liked

their food, exchanging praises and small talk.

by one, murmurs began to rise from the table. “I’m not feeling well,”

as a chair scraped against the floor. Another pack member rushed to the restroom, holding their stomach in agony. Panic began to ripple through the group as more and

couldn’t be. As the commotion grew louder, fear clenched

I heard

the table with her friends,

stepping closer to where I sat.

out, my voice shaky. “I–I didn’t poison anyone. I cooked it just like

continued, “Don’t pretend. Why else would everyone suddenly get sick after eating your food? No one else had this problem when they ate food

I swear. I didn’t poison