Defy The Alpha(s)

Chapter 262: Violet’s Games

"No," Violet shook her head stubbornly, "No, you won’t be getting anything from me." She stated bluntly.

Making deals was what had put her in this situation today. She wasn’t about to let another one blow up in her face. Besides, from her recent digging, weren’t the Fae bound by oaths? If she was truly a Fae, then this could turn out to be a dangerous transaction on her end.

Natalie regarded her with cool curiosity. "I might be an aristocrat who has everything she could ever ask for, but I was taught how to do business before I could even walk. You come here demanding something with nothing to offer. The way I see it, that’s bad business, darling. So unfortunately, I can’t help you."

Violet felt her world crashing down on her right at that moment. Their whole plan was dependent on getting that recording device and she had been confident on convincing Natalie, but that didn’t seem to be the case anymore.

No, she could not let this end like this? But then, what could she say? She could not offer the deal no matter what.

Natalie in question admired herself in the mirror one last time, running her fingers through that immaculate hair, and said, "Good luck with your plan. I truly wish you the best." Then she turned on her heel with a certain flair, heading for the exit.

No, she can’t let this end like this!

Natalie only took two steps when Violet blurted, "Even businessmen take up philanthropic activities. They help people whether out of kindness or to help their reputation."

Natalie paused while Violet stood taller now, her voice unwavering. "Deny it all you want, but I know you hate Elsie. You don’t fool me. You just endure her because of your little aristocratic circle. But you don’t have to do anything. I’m already the arrow, just help me get notched, and I’ll strike the target."

For over a minute, Natalie didn’t move or say a word. Neither could Violet guess what thoughts churned in that head of hers. At this point, all she could was pray for a miracle or all hope was lost.

Then Natalie whirled around and stalked right back to her. With the way she was striding, anyone else would have flinched, but Violet didn’t. She braced herself until Natalie was standing right over her. Though Violet was taller, the wolfish grin on Natalie’s face put her on edge.

placed both hands on the sink, boxing Violet in. Violet was confused as hell now. What

do realize I like you,

Oh. Hell. No.

to her cheeks. "Uh—sorry, but I already have too many love interests jockeying for my attention. It’s more than I can handle. Not that a little estrogen wouldn’t do some good diluting all the

if

She laughed so hard tears

suddenly

"You’ve got a knack for motivational speeches," she said. "You could probably talk

Thank the gods.

I can’t wait to see what chaos you

she came outside. She raised her hands to her chest, feeling it beat quite fast. Fuck, she had to

stared at

pump, she broke into a celebratory dance, twirling in place and

halfway through a spin when the restroom door

a halt, heart lunging. Ugh, has Natalie changed her mind or something? she began. "What—" Violet stopped short, spotting the newcomer’s reflection in

She froze.

Roman Draven. And he was smirking like the fox he

you doing