Watch Me Win, Alpha

“I stopped things last night because I didn’t want to take advantage of you.” he murmured, his expression turning serious. “But just so you know. I’m not going to allow you to take advantage of me either.” His words made my stomach swoop. “Our physical relationship won’t progress further unless you decide that you want to be with me.”

I paused as I processed his words. His hand was cupping my face, his thumb now stroking my cheek almost lazily. His gentle touch made it hard for me to think.

“Well, what would happen if someone did take advantage of it?” I asked boldly.

His expression hardened, and he removed his hand from my face. “Then, I would chase them to the ends of the earth.”

My heart stopped beating, and I averted my gaze to my half eaten omelet. My mind spun with confusion. Sometimes, talking with Alexander gave me more questions than answers.

“What omelet did you order?” I asked, clumsily changing the subject.

A knowing look crossed Alexander’s face as if he knew why I changed the subject. But thankfully, he didn’t comment on it. Instead, he laughed and pushed his uneaten omelet my way.

“You can have mine, I’m not that hungry,” he said and picked up his iced latte.

As I took the plate and ate his breakfast, the hair on the back of my neck raised. Even through his laughter and generosity, I could sense

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talk, he made little comments that made me aware that he thought I had taken advantage of the situation last night and that I didn’t want to take

as we finished our meal. It felt like there was an ocean of misunderstanding separating Alexander and me, and I had

*Author*

Olivia and Alexander intently. Gai had joined

had left in a huff, and now Olivia and Alexander

was worried that the two might have a falling out

doubt in your eyes, Gai,” Richard said. “But don’t have too little fish in our boss. Alexander is a generous man, and he deserves someone as kind as Olivia.” He paused, and a large smile bloomed across his face. “Honestly, Alexander is one of the best people I’ve

turned to him and scoffed. “Damn, has Alexander brainwashed you that easily? Are you like the president of his fan

*Olivia*

get up in the middle of the meal. “I’m full,” I announced

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