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I don’t know what to think about Max right now. He talks about Massimo so softly, as if he believes him to be an angel.
“But if someday, he still crosses a line, and harms you, Ayla, I need you to come to me and tell me. Don’t hold back. Don’t think that I will take his side because I am his father. Come to me and I will make sure he pays for it.” Max says, his face serious and set in hard lines.
He is a former Alpha. That’s why he exudes a dominating and suppressing aura. But under that aura, I can sense his love for Massimo, the man he considers his son.
“You do know that Massimo has some past history against my Dad, right?” I mumble, lowering my gaze to the center table.
“That’s history like you said. The boy is under the impression of a misunderstanding and he is not ready to see it yet. Just know that soon, he will come to his mind. But you don’t have to wait for that. If you don’t wish to be with him, tell me now and I will make sure you get home safe and sound. No harm will come to you in my pack, Ayla. Max offers again, emphasizing each other as if coaxing me into confessing something.
My heartbeat quickens. If I tell him just now, if I believe him and ask for help, I can be free.
I open my mouth as Max waits but something happens inside my heart. Words refuse to leave my mouth.
Suddenly, I am thinking about this situation from a new angle. I close my mouth and shake my head.
Max sighs. ” it’s your choice, daughter. But remember, my offer stands in the future as well.”
The lump in my throat eases. I came here to manipulate Massimo’s people so I could get back at him, but now, the thought of using Calista and Max makes me sick.
They are good people.
“Thank you, Max. ” I whisper, genuinely feeling gratitude for them.
“There is no need. As Calista said, you are a part of the family and we Rossi always look after our own. “A rare, subtle smile curls Max’s lips before it disappears in a flash.
I open my mouth to thank him again but the door to the living room slides open with a harsh boom and an angry hiss makes its way to my ears.
“What are you doing here?” Massimo snarls, closing in on me.
I look up, only to find him towering over me with his imposing figure. He is clad in an all-black suit that hugs his muscles and displays the hard lines of his body.
“Massimo. ” I whisper, meeting his enraged eyes.
AYLA
“What is this way of talking, Massimo? ” Uncle Max scolds, grabbing his attention.
Massimo casts a careful glance towards him, and then looks back at me. I purse my lips and relax on the couch.
He can’t do anything to me in front of his family.
“Do you have a problem with her presence here?” Max questions, but it feels more like a challenge to Massimo.
Massimo’s shoulders stiffen as he stares at his Uncle Max for a few moments. ” I was worried about her.”
“What do you have to worry about? Do you have no trust in your pack security?” Max scoffs, silencing Massimo.
Unconsciously, I giggle and cover my mouth with my hand. The eyes of the two men turn to me instantly, curious and surprised.
My cheeks flush as I shoot Max a smile. ” he is such a hulk around me, Max but in front of you, he acts like a scolded child. I can definitely put my trust in you and report his misbehavior immediately so you can make him pay.
“Like I said, the offer stands.” Max’s lips twitch.
‘What offer?” Massimo’s gaze switches between us suspiciously.
“That’s personal, Massimo. ” I shrug, throwing him a charming smile that’s meant to mock him.
Massimo lifts one brow and walks closer. ” come out. I have something important to say to you.”
“Nothing can be more important to me than keeping Max company. Calista left me on that duty. I am not moving an inch. “I shake my head right away.
I know Massimo wants to threaten me. I am not taking that risk.
His eyes narrow on me again, as his back faces Max. My lips pucker out, annoyance filling me at his experience of dodging other’s eyes.
“Ayla, my Baby, come on. It’s very important.” He grabs hold of my upper arm, urging me to stand.
“No!” I snap, pulling my hand out of his hand. ” I said I want to stay here.” “And I said come out right now.” Massimo mimics my high-pitched tone.
My jaw drops.” Massimo, you are really something!”
“I know, now be a good wife and listen to your husband.” He coos, leaning in for my arm again.
“You be a good husband first. ” My nervous gaze flickers towards Max, but the giant named Massimo is blocking my view.
“I am being a good husband. That’s why I want to talk privately.” He clicks his tongue, pulling me to my feet.
I let my body hang loose, falling limp on the couch. Stubbornly, I dig my heels into the floor so he can not make me stand again.
“Ayla, you are so childish!” He scoffs, the tip of his nose turning red as he glares down at me.
“What do you think about yourself? ” I retort, shaking my arm out of his hand once more. ” stop manhandling me.
“I am not manhandling you. I am just telling you that we need to talk! ” He huffs, running a frustrated hand through his hair.
“And I am telling you that I do not want to talk! Do you not understand? Are you deaf or dumb?!” I utter, shaking my head wildly.
“Come again?” His hand pauses mid-air, as he gawks at me.” say that again to me!”
“Maybe you are both. Deaf and dumb! ” I roll my eyes and fold my arms over my chest so he can not attempt to grab me again.
“Ha.” He laughs mockingly. “You can not be serious.”
“Yes, I am. “I blink.
“You- – – ” He trails off, searching for the right words as his eyes stay on mine.
My nose scrunches. I lean back triumphantly and yawn.
“You won’t listen this way. Fine, you asked for this. ” Massimo announces, slipping his hands under my folded arms to throw me over his shoulder.
I shriek and kick his stomach. He doesn’t budge but looks dumbfounded at the sudden hit.
“Did you just fucking hit me?!” He sounds baffled, and angry at the same time.
“That’s why I called you dumb. You can not even process that I kicked you just now. “I snicker, watching his reddening face.” No shoo! Go cry in the corner. “