Chapter #73

What the hell you are doing? "

" Nothing I'm just here to warn you?"

" What do you mean you are my best friend and you are here to warn me? you already helped me a couple of minutes back."

" I help you because you were crying but what you done with archard is beyond my imagination."

" ohhh come on aria it us just a part of game Don't take it serious. I will just blackmail him nothing else so don't worry about him. "

" Game ! are you serious it was a game for you? you are forgetting that you just make a video of him."

" So what!... please aria now shit up I want to sleep you can see I'm fucking tired. "

" May Alpha God give you right path .. "

She went out from the room after saying bye to me. She smashed the door over my face.

I could see the fury in Aria's eyes as she glared at me. She was not going to listen to anything I had to say. She grabbed her coat and stormed out of the room, slamming the door so hard that it almost hit my face. I flinched and heard the lock click. She was gone, and I was left alone with my guilt and regret.

I known she is angry after knowing my plan. It was a normal reaction which I was expecting obvious as a step sister she wants to see him happy.

I was thinking that aria is just over reacting afterwards she is the step sister. I known she is hidden but have feelings of siblings for each other. There is a lot of similarities which both of them. I known she wanted to see him happy with me but she doesn't known that he will be happy when Aisling will leave him. I known what is his plan behind me. I have now a video which will definitely break there relationship. I known it is hard for aria and archard as well as Aisling but they will definitely think about my situation that how helpless I'm to do!

I sat on the couch, holding a photo of him and me in my hands. I traced his features with my fingers, feeling a pang of longing and anticipation. He was my mate, my alpha, my soulmate. And I was his. I known you are mine and you always be mine don't worry about anything my darling.

He is only mine and always be mine and I known that he will definitely be mine mate. We mate with our mutual family friends and we start connecting but I don't get what happened to him that he changed.

The moment I saw Archard at the party, I felt a surge of attraction. He was tall and handsome, with dark hair and piercing blue eyes. He had a confident smile and a charming demeanor. He looked like he belonged in a movie or a magazine. I couldn't take my eyes off him, and I hoped he would notice me too. I felt a flutter in my stomach and a warmth in my cheeks. He was the most captivating person I had ever seen.

I watched him as he mingled with the other guests, making them laugh and nod with his witty remarks. He seemed to know everyone, and everyone seemed to like him. He was charismatic and friendly, but also mysterious and intriguing. I wondered what he was like, what he did, what he wanted. I wanted to know more about him, to talk to him, to touch him.

I waited for an opportunity to approach him, but he was always surrounded by people. I felt nervous and shy, wondering if he would even notice me among the crowd. I tried to look casual and confident, but I was also anxious and excited. I wanted to make a good impression, to catch his attention, to spark his interest.

Finally, he looked my way and our eyes met. He smiled at me, and I felt a jolt of electricity. He walked towards me, and I felt my heart race. He introduced himself, and I felt my voice tremble. He asked me to dance, and I felt my knees weaken. He took my hand, and I felt his warmth. He pulled me close, and I felt his breath. He whispered in my ear, and I felt his lips. He kissed me, and I felt his passion.

He was everything I had ever dreamed of, and more.

I felt a tear roll down my cheek and a smile on my lips. I was eager to see him, to feel him, to hear him. I knew that he was the only one who could make me whole, that we completed each other. We had secured our love, our honor and our fate. And we would never let go.

I was thinking to went his mansion, I have to talk to his parents so they don't gets attracted towards aisling. I known her Lovable and innocent nature can melt a mountain.

I woke up feeling happy and excited. Today is the new day I will do something which will definitely make our bond stronger. What should I do but let me think? than one thing hit in my mind that should I have to go his mansion so I can little bit scare him? what should I do! is that be a great idea to ruined his plans with Aisling.

I want to ruined his plans I should go there, it will be a great for us. He always hate my presence but now he will love my presence.

He had sounded so relieved and eager, just like I felt. He was my mate, my alpha, my soulmate. And I was his.

I got out of bed and took a quick shower, humming a tune. I put on a simple but elegant dress, one that I knew he liked. I brushed my hair and applied some makeup, wanting to look my best for him. I grabbed my purse and headed to the door, feeling a rush of adrenaline. I couldn't wait to see him, to hug him, to kiss him. I known he will be angry on me when I showed him a video but I known he will reacted bad But before I left, I decided to do something else. I wanted to surprise him, to show him how much I cared for him and his family. I wanted to make a good impression on his mother, who had always been kind and supportive of me. I wanted to thank her for raising such a wonderful man, who had become my everything but than leave me in the middle and choose Aisling over me. Now he have to pay for it.

I took my cellphone and dialed Archard's mother's number. She answered after two rings, sounding cheerful and warm.

"Hello, dear. How are you?" she asked.

"I'm fine, thank you. How are you?" I replied.

"I'm doing well, thank you. I'm so happy that you give enough time to your son that he will show you about Aisling . I can say mother you also played with me very well. "

" Ohhh please my daughter don't embarrass me. I done nothing it was his father decision you known that how much we love him. He just tried to trap him because we can feel that there is no bond between archard and Aisling that's why we choose this path to counter attack on there relationship. "

" Mother do you really think it going to work? tell me do you really think? "

" Of Course, I believe that they will failed and we will choose you as his mate. He promised us that if they failed than he will marry to you. "

" Mother you have believe in his word's tell me ? is he really up to his words? "

" He will be don't worry about it .. "

" I hope so!.. "

" Why you don't come here, I want to invite you on breakfast at least your presences will help us to fail them. "

"Yes, great idea mother. "

"Well, I was wondering if you would mind if I joined you for breakfast. I really want to see Archard, and you too and make sure you will tried to poke them "

There was a brief pause, then I said:

"Thank you so much. You are very kind."

"Not at all. It's my pleasure. When will you be here?"

"I'm leaving right now. I should be there in about twenty minutes."

"Okay, great. I'll see you soon then."

"See you soon. Bye."

"Bye."

I hung up the phone and smiled. I was looking forward to spending some quality time with Archard and his mother.

They were the most important people in his life, and in mine too. We had regained our love, our honor and our place. And we would never let go.

I walk to my closet and pick out a dress that hugs my body like a second skin. It's red, the color of passion and power. It contrasts with my pale skin and dark hair, making me stand out from the crowd. I slip on some heels and a matching purse. I check myself in the mirror and smile. I look stunning, irresistible, dangerous.

I grab my phone and keys and head to the door. I'm ready to face him, to make him mine again. I'm ready to ruin his marriage, his life, his pack. I'm ready to show him who his real mate is. I'm ready for breakfast with the Archard family.

I slid into the driver's seat and closed the door behind me. The car was familiar and comfortable, like an old friend. I adjusted the mirrors and buckled the seat belt, feeling a surge of excitement. I inserted the key and turned it, hearing the engine roar to life. I checked the rearview mirror and backed out of the parking spot, then shifted to drive and stepped on the gas pedal. The car moved smoothly and effortlessly, responding to my every touch. I turned on the radio and tuned in to my favorite station, humming along to the music. I felt relaxed and happy, enjoying the ride. The road was clear and inviting, stretching out before me. I glanced at the speedometer and smiled, feeling a thrill of adrenaline. I loved driving fast, feeling the wind in my hair and the power in my hands. I pressed the pedal harder, making the car accelerate. I swerved around a curve, feeling the car hug the road. I was in control, in sync with the machine. I felt alive and free, driving my car.

I glance at the speedometer and realize I'm going too fast. The road is winding and narrow, and I don't want to risk an accident. I ease my foot off the gas pedal and slow down the car. As I do, my phone rings. It's my mother.

"Hi, Mom," I answer, trying to sound casual.

"Where are you going?" she asks, her voice sharp and suspicious.

"I'm just driving around, enjoying the scenery," I lie.

"Don't lie to me. I know you're up to something. Are you going to see that archard mension and family again?"

I sigh. She always knows when I'm lying. She hates the archard mension and family, I known after the rejection she is angry one me I known what she is trying to do? why she is stopping me.

She thinks they're weird and creepy, and she doesn't want me to have anything to do with them.

"No, Mom, I'm not going to see them. Why do you always assume the worst?"

"Because I know you, honey. You're too curious for your own good. You always get yourself into trouble. You need to stay away from those people. They're not good for you."

"Mom, please. You don't know them. They're nice and friendly. They've invited me over for dinner a few times, and they've been nothing but kind to me."

"That's how they lure you in, honey. They're not what they seem. They have secrets, dark secrets. Trust me, you don't want to get involved with them.They want to runied your life. I known they reject you and they will definitely runied you. "

"Mom, stop it. You're being paranoid. They're just a normal family, like us yes he is the one who rejected me and he will pay for this please don't stop me. I known I can fix everything."

"No, they're not. They're different. They're dangerous. And I don't want you anywhere near them. They are just making you idiot please don't came in this trap my daughter please stop it. you will get another mate."

"Mom, enough. It's my life, not yours. I can make my own decisions. And I'm telling you, I'm not going to see them today. "

"Then where are you going?"

"I told you, I'm just driving around."

"Driving around where?"

"I don't know, Mom. Somewhere nice and peaceful, where I don't have to listen to your nagging."

"How dare you talk to me like that? I'm your mother, and I only want what's best for you."

"Well, maybe you should let me decide what's best for me."

"No, maybe you should listen to me for once in your life."

"Maybe you should mind your own business for once in your life."

"Maybe you should hang up the phone right now and turn around and come home."

"Maybe you should stop calling me and let me live my life."

We both fall silent, fuming at each other. I can feel the anger and frustration boiling inside me. I want to hang up on her, but I can't bring myself to do it.

I look at the road ahead of me and see a sign that says "Archard Mension - 5 miles".

I feel a surge of excitement and curiosity. Maybe I should go there after all. Maybe I should see what they have to offer me.

Maybe I should disobey my mother for once in my life again. He was the one who always runied my life but now it is his trun he have to pay for everything which he done with me.

I park the car in front of the mansion and turn off the engine. I take a deep breath and look at the imposing building. It's old and grand, with a Gothic style and a dark aura. I feel a mix of fear and fascination.

I grab my phone and check for messages. There's one from my mother. She's still angry at me. She says she's worried sick about me. She says I'm making a huge mistake. She says I should come home right now.

I roll my eyes and delete the message. She doesn't understand me. She doesn't understand my wills. She doesn't understand why I'm drawn to this place, to these people.

She doesn't have to interfere in my life. I'm an adult, not a child. I can make my own choices, even if they're different from me. Mother I'm sorry but I have to do it.

I get out of the car and walk towards the door. I feel a chill in the air, as if the mansion is watching me. I wonder what awaits me inside.

I knock on the door and wait. I hear footsteps and then the door opens.

A man stands in front of me. He's tall and handsome, with pale skin and dark hair. He has piercing blue eyes that seem to look right through me.

He smiles and says, "Hello, there. You must be the one they've been expecting."

He extends his hand and says, "Welcome to Archard Mansion."

" I guess you are forgetting something?"

"No I remember everything that you are desperate rejected mate. Who wants me at any condition."

" I guess than you are ready for it .."

" I'm always ready."

In a moment, miss smith and welcomed me.

ARCHARD ( POV )

I remember that I woke up with a pounding headache and a dry mouth. I blinked at the bright sunlight that streamed through the window, trying to remember where I was. The room was unfamiliar, with a messy bed, a pile of clothes on the floor, and a poster of a rock band on the wall. I looked around, hoping to find some clues about last night, but nothing came to mind.

I got up and stumbled to the bathroom, feeling dizzy and nauseous. I splashed some water on my face and looked at myself in the mirror. I had dark circles under my eyes, a bruise on my cheek, and a lipstick mark on my collar. What the hell happened? I searched my pockets for my phone, but it was nowhere to be found. I had no idea what time it was, or who I was with, or how I got here.

I opened the door and walked into the hallway, hoping to find someone who could explain. The house was quiet, except for some music playing downstairs but there was nothing which can give me satisfaction of last night. I thought may be I have to deal with my memories. In a moment she came out from the bathroom after taking a shower.

I was sitting on the bed, watching her as she got ready in front of the mirror. She was beautiful, stunning, breathtaking. Her long hair cascaded over her shoulders, shining in the light. Her eyes sparkled with joy and mischief, meeting mine in the reflection. Her lips curved into a smile, revealing her perfect teeth. She applied some lipstick, enhancing her natural beauty. She wore a red dress that hugged her curves, accentuating her figure. She looked like a goddess, a vision, a dream. I felt a surge of love and admiration, mixed with desire and awe. She was mine, and I was hers. She turned around and walked towards me, graceful and confident. She reached me and kissed me softly, making my heart skip a beat.

She whispered in my ear, "Are you ready to go?" I nodded, unable to speak. I wrapped my arms around her and held her close, feeling her warmth and fragrance. She was the most amazing woman I had ever met, and I was the luckiest man in the world.

She said after pushing me away from her.

" What are you doing! still it is a Fack marriage."

" You look beautiful."

" And you look dirty. You need shower. "

" You take it now you look good. "

" I was in the bathroom, taking a shower. Why? What's wrong?"

" Nothing wrong but tell me what you did whole night? "

" You are asking it from me? how rude you are?"

" Soo!...

I walked towards the living area of the room and sit over the couch. I was already bored and I don't want to get any mess again.

Aisling slammed the door behind her and stormed into the living are of the room, where I was sitting on the couch, pretending to watch TV. She glared at me with fury in her eyes and threw her purse on the floor.

"Where were you?" she demanded, her voice shaking with anger.

I sighed and turned off the TV. I knew this was coming. I had left her alone in the mansion with my family, who were not exactly welcoming to her. They had made it clear that they disapproved of our relationship, and they had tried to sabotage it in every way possible. They had insulted her, ignored her, and even threatened her. I had tried to protect her from them, but I couldn't be with her all the time. And last night, I had made a mistake. I don't known what should I say to her that where I was? I don't remember what happened to me last night,?

"I told you, I had to go to a business meeting," I said calmly, hoping to defuse the situation.

"A business meeting? At midnight? Don't lie to me, archard I know you were with her. We saw your car parked in the club parking lot? don't lie to me tell me where you were? you known that your family is keep staring us all the time. They are waiting for our one mistake and they will disapproved our relationship "

Her accusation hit me like a punch in the gut.

"Then why didn't you tell me? Why did you sneak out without saying goodbye? Why did you turn off your phone? Why did you leave me alone with your family?"

She was crying now, and I felt a pang of guilt in my chest. I hated seeing her hurt. I hated myself for hurting her.

"I'm sorry, Aisling. I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. I just...I didn't want to cause more trouble. My family was already giving you a hard time. I didn't want them to see Valentina again and make things worse."

"Better for who? For you? For Valentina? What about me? Don't you care about how I feel? Don't you care about us?"

"Of course I do, Aisling. You're the most important person in my life. You're the only one who makes me happy. You're the only one who understands me."

"Then why do you keep pushing me away? Why do you keep hiding things from me? Why do you keep letting your family interfere with our relationship?"

"I don't mean to, Asiling. It's just...it's complicated. You have to understand that we have to focus on this fake marriage till it approved by my family than everything will be solve out "

"It's not complicated, archard. It's simple. You either love me or you don't. You either want to be with me or you don't. You either choose me or you don't. She is getting involved in your family again and again and I don't want that again "

She looked at me with a mix of hope and despair in her eyes. She was waiting for me to say something. To say the right thing.

I wanted to say it. I wanted to tell her that I loved her more than anything in the world. That I wanted to be with her no matter what. That I would choose her over anyone else.

But I couldn't say it.

Because it wasn't true.

I did love her, but not enough to give up everything for her. Not enough to defy my family and their expectations. Not enough to risk losing their fortune and their power. I was a coward. I already getting sign that Valentina was with me last night and she have done something with me. I don't known but it will definitely effect our relationship.

And she knew it. She saw the hesitation in my eyes, and she knew what it meant.