Rejected Slave To The Alpha by Gory Anna

Chapter 64

Chapter 64.

Nelly’s POV.

We pulled up to the house, and I rolled my eyes as he got out of the car and opened the door for me. So, now he had time for me, did he? He offered his hand to help me out, and I reluctantly took it.

“Thank you, mister good guy,” I said, a layer of sarcasm in my voice..

He said nothing, just walked me to the front door. The guards bowed their heads as we passed, and I gritted my teeth, wishing they wouldn’t act so subservient. We went inside, the tension between us thick and uncomfortable.

The door swung open, and a cascade of colorful flowers rained down on me. I gasped and squeezed my eyes shut, a small smile playing on my lips. I opened them again, and saw a group of people standing before me, grinning from ear to ear.

“Happy birthday!” they yelled, and I put my hand over my mouth, a rush of happiness. flooding my senses. I turned to Kex, who was smiling at me, his eyes soft and warm.

“Did you have anything to do with this?” I asked, my voice filled with wonder.

He nodded. “I would rather not be selfish by celebrating your birthday alone with you. I know how much you love Aisha, and I knew she would want to celebrate with you. So I decided to do this.”

Aisha stood there, a bouquet of flowers in her hand, a smile on her face.

“Happy birthday, my love,” she said, and I felt my heart swell with joy. I had never felt so loved, so wanted, as I did at that moment.

I collected the flowers, holding them close to my chest.

“What would I do without you?” I asked, my voice trembling. Tears pricked my eyes, and I felt a lump in my throat. Aisha pulled me into a tight hug, her arms strong and comforting.

“Don’t cry,” she said, her voice soft and reassuring.

I let out a self–deprecating laugh. “I’m such a baby, stupid me,” I said, brushing away my

tears.

Aisha tugged on my arm, leading me to the dining room table. There, a massive cake sat, the words “Happy Birthday, Nelly” written in gold icing. Twenty–four candles

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room was filled

wish!” they all yelled, their faces aglow

all the things I wanted to wish for. But at that moment, all I wanted was for this moment to last forever.

closed my eyes, concentrating hard on my

don’t let Kex’s mate accept him. I know it’s selfish

know if I can share him with someone

me,

Then, I took a deep. breath, and blew out the candles. Everyone clapped and cheered as I sliced the cake, my heart filled with a mix of emotions. Joy, guilt,

held it up to Kex’s mouth. He bit into it, a smile playing on his lips. I felt a rush of affection for him, and I couldn’t help but lean in and kiss his forehead.

leaned into Harry’s chest, his arms wrapped around her. I rolled my eyes,

Aisha, who took

the cake and each. other’s company. It was a perfect moment,

to shake off the strange feeling that had come over

shoulder.

you,” she said, her voice soft and sincere.

asked,

“Who would have ever thought that the ruthless Alpha Kex could smile and make this whole arrangement

couldn’t help but chuckle at her words, shaking my head.

for his mate,” I said, my heart aching at

that?” Aisha asked, her eyes wide

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him. He knows she’s stuck with her boyfriend, but he’s hoping he can change her mind.”

open in surprise. “Wait… Are you… jealous?” she asked,

I said, trying to hide my face behind my hands. Aisha let

last time I noticed that look on your face was when Astel was with Shantel,” she

I groaned. “I’m not jealous. Besides, why would I be jealous of someone I don’t even know?”

over your face. Besides, you

play it cool. “Besides, when we were alone he was busy chatting with her,” I added.