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“Yes. I don’t want you gone, Theo. I want you in my life. So, please. Please, don’t leave me.” I grab his hand instinctively.
“Nothing will make me leave you, Layla. You and I-we have seen some bad days. So, we will always be together as friends. Whenever you need me, all you have to do is call me, and I will be there for you without asking any questions. That’s a promise.” He whispers softly.
I press my lips into a thin line and lean into his palm. I don’t know why, but it feels like a goodbye to what we used to be. We might not be the same anymore. He will have to move on from me, and for that, he might want to stay away, and I understand if he wants that in the future.
However, if it’s the last time we will be this close, then there is something I must tell him before it’s too late.
“What your brother did or does is not your fault, Theo. It will never be your fault.” I squeeze the back of his hand.
“I have to shoulder the responsibility as his brother. It might not be my fault, but it’s my fate.” He pulls himself away from me and rises to his feet.
The look in his eyes is so determined and dark right now that I am left speechless. He lost himself; there is no denying it. His brother stole a part of his soul, and he will never recover.
“I hope you find happiness and find someone who will cherish the kind man you are, Theo. “I utter in a soft voice.
He gives me a sad smile and turns away before walking out of the sitting area without saying a word.
As I watch him leave that day, my wish for his happiness becomes a silent prayer. Moon Goddess has to be lenient with him, too. He deserves every bit of the goodness of this world and not the wickedness that is imposed on him.
LAYLA
After Theo leaves, I stand in front of the main door for a long time. I think it will take some time for him to come to terms with everything.
But I want to have faith that he will return to being my friend sooner or later.
A pair of arms wrap around me from behind, breaking my trance. I gasp, melting into his embrace right away.
“What are you thinking?” Alexander presses a kiss to the side of my head.
“I am thinking about Theo. “I tell him honestly.
He sighs. “Why are you thinking about that fucker when you are with me?”
“He is a good man, Alex. Besides, you don’t need to be jealous of him. Because I- – – “I trail off, unable to say the words.
“You what?” He murmurs, his grip tightening around my waist.
I close my eyes and rest my head against his chest. “Are you leaving to catch Cleodore tomorrow?”
He knows I changed the subject just now, but he doesn’t try to push me into saying something.
“I have to leave before he gets the chance to run away,” Alexander says.
“What about those traitors?” My muscles stiffen.
“Someone will keep an eye on them. But you must be careful, too.” He says and turns me around in his arms.
“This means I am not going with you?” I don’t like that idea.
“One of us must look after our Princess, Layla. “Alexander says as a matter of fact.
I nod. I understand what needs to be done. Besides, I can’t leave Ayla, my Baby, alone for a single moment when those traitors are so close to her.
“You didn’t tell me your plan. “My gaze lifts to his face.
“Plan is simple. “Alex slides my hair behind my ears. “We will go into the underground club to collect our girls and get him there. For a big deal, he will be present himself.”
“I just hope you get him this time. I can’t feel at ease unless he is gone. And dead. “I say coldly. I want that monster dead as soon as possible so my Baby can be free of any threats.
“Don’t worry. He will die this time.” He hums, pulling me closer to kiss my forehead.
My muscles relax as I wrap my arms around Alex’s waist. His warmth spreads in my limbs, making me sigh in relief.
One of these days, I want to tell him that I have fallen for him too. I love him. But I keep delaying it unconsciously. Saying those words is hard for me.
I am still scared sometimes. What if Alex turns cold again? What will I do then?
“What now? What is on your mind?” Alex hums, his face disappearing down my neck to pepper kisses all over my skin.
I giggle, trying to wiggle away from his hold. “I can’t have sex again so soon. You are trying to kill me with your horny habits.”
“Who said anything about sex? Maybe you can just be a good girl for me. You can lay down on the bed and let me touch you until you stop thinking about others.” He groans, kissing the corner of my lips.
“Oh, come on! We both know you will never end this by just touching me. You always want more.” I cry out, grabbing his cheeks between my palms to stop him.
“It’s your fault for being irresistible.” He grins and licks his lips.
“No, it’s your fault for being a horny animal. “I roll my eyes.
“You turned me into one.” Alex pulls me closer by my waist. “I can’t get enough of you. I just-love you so much.”
His eyes, once cold, are now filled with warmth. I tell myself every day that I will get used to them, but I can’t.
I want to wake up every morning and feel this same giddy feeling in my stomach as his eyes soften on me.
And maybe, one of those warm mornings, I will be able to tell him that I love him.
“Quit thinking. It’s time for some action. “Alex announces and picks me up without warning.
I gasp and kick my feet in the air, but it’s no use. He has set his mind on having me again, and I can’t refuse him because I want everything he has in store for me.
The next day, Alexander is ready to leave for the mission against Cleodore. He fixes the cuffs of his suit while standing in front of the mirror.
I am so dead after the uncountable rounds of sex last night. He kept going on and on until I was so full of him that it made my head spin.
Now, I am sore and can still feel him inside me. I want to act all grumpy and whiny right now, but my guts feel strange.
I have a sinking feeling taking over my senses. It’s as if something bad is about to happen, and I can’t shake off that thought in my mind.
What if Alex gets hurt? That thought leaves me gasping and clenching my chest, which aches.
After I found happiness, I can’t lose it.
“I wish I could follow you,” I murmur, my gaze lowering to the floor.
Instantly, he comes to stand in front of me and tips my chin up with his fingers.