Contract With The Alpha King by Brey Mitchylle

Chapter 40

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Chapter 40

"You didn't have to do that," Fiona said as Elijah locked the door behind him, the sound echoing in the charged silence. She turned to face him, her gaze a turbulent mix of confusion and concern. "You just put yourself in huge trouble." Her mind raced back to the King's words, a warning ringing loudly in her ears. How could Elijah risk everything by publicly aligning with her when only two council members supported him? "You didn't have to defend me. I am perfectly capable of doing that."

Elijah remained silent, his expression unreadable as he poured himself a glass of wine, the rich liquid swirling in the glass. He took a long sip, his back turned to her as if trying to shield himself from the weight of her scrutiny.

"Elijah!" Fiona called out, her voice rising with urgency. Why was he ignoring her? Was he second-guessing his actions? "I know we made a deal-"

"It's too late now," Elijah replied suddenly.

"What?" Her heart skipped a beat, confusion deepening.

resting," he said, his tone softer now, tinged with concern. "You've been awake for more than

did?" The absurdity of their situation washed over her. It felt surreal, like a scene from a story where she had no control. She had no right to demand answers, no claim to his thoughts.

brow furrowing as she pivoted to face him. To her surprise, he was suddenly much closer, the intensity in his gaze sending a shiver down her spine. The air crackled with tension, and in that moment, everything felt poised on

just... here for a deal." She felt the weight of her words, a mix of truth and deflection. For some reason, hearing herself say those words

ask questions about his motives. "I shouldn't have even brought it up," she muttered, shaking her

his gray eyes piercing.

reached out, pulling her sharply against him.

he captured her lips

breathless, her heart racing as desire surged through her veins. It was hot and hurried, a clash of lips that sent shockwaves

world outside faded, leaving only the two of them, suspended in a moment that crackled with intensity. She had never imagined this side of him-this raw, unfiltered connection that made her pulse quicken and her skin

the reality of what had just happened hung heavily in the air. Elijah's expression was

the marriage," Elijah said,

you mean 'wait?" Fiona asked, confusion swirling in her mind. She thought their marriage would come after

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goals-she was away from her family, her marriage void. Elijah's issues seemed to be resolved, but doubt nagged at her, especially after her conversation with the

take it anymore," Elijah admitted, his gaze

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