Contractually Yours, Alpha by Giftemmy

Chapter One Hundred and Ninety One

Chapter One Hundred and Ninety One

A knock sounded at my door, and I walked over to let Aric in

"I know what you're about to say. I know you think what I did was dumb and reckless-"

"I think you're the bravest person I've ever known, Kaida. You're willing to risk your life for a pack that doesn't even deserve it. The plan might not be ideal, but it was a bold move-one not many would dare to make."

The sincerity in his voice told me he wasn't just saying this-he truly meant every word. I swallowed the lump forming in my throat. Aric had always been my closest friendl; he knew me-sometimes even better than I knew myself. But maybe Cynthia was right. Maybe I was the selfish one.

I never knew about his sister. I had always been too caught up in my own goals,

and through it all, he had stood by my side. I knew how he felt about me, yet I had pushed those feelings aside like they meant nothing.

"Thank you. That means a lot to me," I said. My eyes drifted to the clock.

hours thirty

you ready?" he

A thought crossed my mind. "Aric, if things get rough, I

long silence stretched between

didn't. Instead, he took a seat on

realized how much I needed someone right now. But a part of me wished it were someone

know, I didn't actually think he wouldn't

go of this stupid hope, but I can't. Every time he does the opposite of what I expect, I still hold on. He knew about the war,

strong Kaida, I believe in you and I

My father, Aric, Alexander,

the trees, their red lights tracking my every move. To some, it might look like just a show, but for

clearing, flexing his muscles. Maybe my leather outfit wasn't the

from the Onyx Pack walked ahead-he

gather here today to witness a battle between Alpha Derek of the Onyx Pack." The crowd

pack weren't nearly as loud. I didn't let it get to me.

practically towered over