An Enemy Called Mate

TANIA

Nikolas’s fingers on my chin pressed against my skin tightly. He gritted his teeth, and spoke, “How dare you speak to an Alpha that way!”

I could feel fresh blood oozing out of the spots his fingers pinched. I gulped, and continued without letting my guard down, “How dare you lay your filthy fingers on my skin.”

“Will you stop talking back at me?” Nikolas yelled, and I laughed. Even if he could not see my lips, he would definitely see the happy expression on my face.

“You must be a fool to think that I will just submit to you right away. This is what you want, isn’t it? A tough, fierce, and rude Luna,” I smirked. His grip on my chin loosened and he didn’t hesitate to chuckle back.

“Did you really believe what I said?” He laughed mockingly. “I wanted you to leave with guilt, and that’s why I said those statements. You know, you wouldn’t be in this state if you had listened to me.”

Yeah, listen to him, while he has an affair right under my nose.

“I was thinking about what to do with you. You know, it would be a waste to kill such a beauty like you,” Nikolas uttered with a smirk plastered on his face.

I spat, “You are despicable. You knew that I was a beauty, yet you cheated on me. Don’t you have any sense of shame?”

“Call me despicable or whatever you want. To be precise, beauty has no impact on packs. It is nothing compared to your ability and role to the Alpha in a pack.”

“Was I nothing as a role? Didn’t I have the ability to take care of the pack and make everyone submit to you?”

“That is not the only role I demand from you, Tania. I wanted more from you. I wanted excitement in bed.”

“Tsk,” I turned my face away. He is definitely an asshole who searches for excuses to make me feel low and guilty.

“It’s a good thing you can’t mind link. You will stay here, in this inner room, till I and my Beta can conclude about your usefulness.”

“And during our union party? Will that filthy Beta replace me?” I asked, my tone quick and sharp. But inwardly, I was disheartened to realize his inner thoughts towards me.

“You will be there to attend the union party, but with my guards watching you. You know I can’t afford to have you wander around and say more than necessary.”

I narrowed my eyes, and he continued, “I am organizing a big party tomorrow for successfully defeating a big pack. Would you like to join me?”

“Tsk, like you will allow me.”

“Allow you?” He chuckled, “Yes, I will, with my guards watching every step you take.”

I turned to him, stunned by what he said. Was he really going to lock me up here except when the party was going on?

He glanced down at me, “The party is a big one. Other Alphas will be there to celebrate with me, so…” He touched the fabric around my lips and tightened it.

“Keep your mouth shut, be a good girl, and don’t misbehave,” He spoke authoritatively.

Within a minute, he turned around, almost leaving.

“And I am to be blamed… for letting I and my Beta’s affair be exposed to you. If I wasn’t so ignorant to your scent, none of those would have happened.”

“Yeah, my scent that makes you puke,” I replied, and he left without responding.

~~

The next day, I was greeted by some bright lights. Some Omegas walked in and they ushered me out of the dark room. The cuffs around my wrists were removed by a guard.

I was excited for this new day because I believed that I would be able to escape today.

My room was surrounded by guards, while the Omegas assisted me with my dress.

“A light make-up will do, and my weight loss pills,” I ordered, and the Omega raised an eyebrow.

“You can ignore my order and face your Alpha instead,” I uttered, and her eyebrows leveled over her eyes.

“Alright, Lady Tania,” she spoke and left the room.

While the other Omegas were busy dressing my face, I took my eye pencil and hid it in my heel. The only reason why I instructed the other Omega to get my weight loss pill was to avoid her presence.

While the two Omega focused on my face, I was able to take the pencil easily.

Soon, they completed their task and ushered me out of the room. Then, my gaze was welcomed by different men and women in expensive attires. I moved into their midst, and suddenly a strong grip encircled my wrist.

I glanced up and noticed those unique green eyes… Nikolas’s.

“We have to welcome the guests, remember?” He asked in a low tone, as a fake smile was plastered on his face.Property © of NôvelDrama.Org.

Then, I turned to the crowd, giving them a perfect smile because this would be my last day in their midst. To be honest, I wish to even reject Nikolas. He doesn’t deserve to be my mate, but what’s the use? He had not completed the mating bond, so I’m nothing but a captured she-wolf.

After some minutes of fake giggles and chuckles with other Alphas, I took my chance.

“I need to use the restroom,” I whispered to Nikolas.

A slight frown appeared on his face immediately. He gazed at me, then at the powerful Alpha he was discussing with. His gaze softened and he smiled.

“Sure, you can go,” Nikolas whispered and pecked me on my cheek. My lips curled in disgust that very moment, but I quickly turned it into a smile before I walked away.

I moved away from the crowd and walked toward the restroom. Heavy footsteps approached me. I turned around and spotted five guards behind me.

“What are you doing?” I questioned, and they glanced sideways.

“Alpha Nikolas ordered us to watch you,” A guard spoke and I scoffed inwardly.

I faked a smile, “I know, but I need to use the restroom. I need some privacy.”

The guards didn’t move one bit. Instead of leaving, they lined up before the restroom while a guard among them opened the door to the restroom.

Ugh, my plan will be ruined if this continues!

I walked into the restroom silently and a guard followed. I groaned inwardly.

“As your future Luna, you should respect my privacy! Do you want me to reveal my body to you?!” I yelled.

“I didn’t mean that. But Alpha Nikolas ordered me to not let you leave my sight for a second.” The guard responded.

Ah! I have to switch to plan B then.

So, I bent to pick up the pencil I kept in my heel. The pencil has a sharp silver blade at the other end and it was designed specially because of my former small, weak pack.

“Ouch!” I faked a groan to attract the guard’s attention.