Chapter 150 – Veiled Desires of the Alpha King Novel

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Dayson cleared his throat to get their attention. “I was wondering where you left.”

Talia’s head whipped in Dayson’s direction, and her heart fluttered when she confirmed that it’s really him.

Keith was writing down something on his tablet and he didn’t notice Dayson until he spoke. All color drained from Keith’s face when he realized that his Alpha is present. The memory of Dayson’s murderous intent from the previous night was still fresh and Keith felt sweat dripping down his back in an instant.

Actually, Keith was contemplating not to come to the training center today, thinking that it’s for the best if he hides at home for some time; probably until his Alpha forgets about his existence.

However, yesterday Keith promised Talia that he will be here, and he even told her that he will teach her some fighting moves.

Keith’s conscience didn’t allow him to bail on Talia, not after leaving her last night, so he came.

He wanted to ensure that she was safe, and to apologize for his impotence on the previous night, hoping that she will forgive him for leaving her with Dayson and for bringing her to that place.

Keith really didn’t think about getting frisky with Talia. Sure, if she made a move, he wouldn’t resist, but his intentions were only to spend time with Talia. She was the one who was looking for time alone and Keith took her to a spot he knew no one will disturb them. But then Alpha Dayson showed up and within seconds, Dayson managed to make Keith’s image flip from a kindhearted guy into a molester. Keith hoped that he can clarify that misunderstanding by coming to the training center.

Keith was relieved to see that Talia came without Dayson, even though Maddox and Axel made him nervous.

Keith was hoping to catch Talia on her own and talk, but Maddox and Axel were sticking to Talia, and Keith was still waiting for his chance to apologize and inquire about her wellbeing.

Now that he looked at Talia, Keith realized that he met a lot of women but he never met one that would attract so many Alphas.

Maddox and Axel were friendly, and Keith relaxed somewhat. Who knows, maybe they agree to taste his protein shakes and endorse them? That would be a huge popularity boost for Keith’s business.

Keith was thinking that this day won’t be so bad, but now that Alpha Dayson made an appearance, Keith realized that a calamity is coming.

“We caught Talia on the way out of the packhouse. She said that she wants to train, and I wanted to see your training center. Not bad.”, Maddox said to Dayson, and Axel nodded in agreement, like that applies to him as well.

Dayson knew that Maddox lied. They definitely tagged along with Talia. Why can’t they leave her alone?

But if Maddox and Axel left Talia alone, then Keith would have Talia for himself, so in this case, Dayson welcomed those two nosy Alphas.

Ignoring others, Dayson made his way to Talia. “Why didn’t you tell me about your plans to come here?”

Talia was not aware that Dayson wanted to know her plans for the day. After breakfast they dispersed, and she assumed that he will be busy with meetings and whatever else Alphas do.

“I agreed with Keith to come here today for training.”, Talia responded.

“What are you doing?”, Dayson asked while gesturing toward the big sandbag that was in front of Talia.

“I just finished warmup and Keith was about to show me some moves.”

“Coach Keith is teaching you to fight?”, Dayson asked stiffly.

Didn’t they talk about training when she went to see Travis? And Dayson said that he will teach her, and she said fine, and this… just what is this? How come Keith took Dayson’s spot?

Unaware of the storm that brewed inside Dayson, Talia nodded earnestly. “Keith is my personal trainer. Who will teach me if not him?”

“I will.”, Dayson said without missing a beat.

Talia blinked. “But you are not a trainer.”

“I know how to fight.”, Dayson said matter-of-factly and threw a dangerous side-glance at Keith. “I can crush him with one hand behind my back.”

“But… you are busy.”

Dayson was getting irked that Talia was finding reasons for him not to teach her. Why can’t she just say, ‘yes, Dayson. I would love it if you teach me’? Is she really so set on spending time with Keith?

“I’m coming to this place to train frequently. It’s not a big deal to show you a few moves and while you are practicing them, I will do my thing.”

Talia opened her mouth to retort and then closed it. She was out of arguments, and she realized that she was kind of bickering with an Alpha in front of a large audience.

Most of the people present didn’t dare to look openly at the group of five, but Maddox and Axel both looked at Talia with renewed curiosity. It was obvious that Talia was talking back to Dayson. Any submissive wolf would lower her head and thank her Alpha for the care he was offering, yet Talia was resisting, and instead of using his Alpha aura on her, Dayson was negotiating.

In this case, both Talia and Dayson showed uncharacteristic behavior.

Unaware of Maddox’s and Axel’s gazes directed at her, Talia looked at Keith with concern. Why was he drenched in sweat?

“Are you alright?”, Talia asked Keith, and he nodded stiffly in response.

Talia turned to look at Dayson. She was still not convinced that he is the best choice to teach her how to fight. Not because he doesn’t have the skills, but his behavior is unpredictable. What if she agrees and he changes his mind tomorrow?

Yes, they kissed last night and in the morning, but kissing in bed and training in the gym are two different things. Just how Talia had no confidence that they will kiss again, she didn’t know how long Dayson’s commitment to training her will last.

But she couldn’t call him out on his instability. Not will all of Dayson’s warriors around. She needed a different strategy.

“I heard about your abilities. You can defeat anyone.”

Dayson smirked at Talia’s words.

His face fell when she asked, “Will you be able to teach a novice like me?”

Dayson rubbed his chin for a moment before coming up with an idea. “I am the most capable fighter, however, I’m not the strongest nor the fastest…” Dayson threw a side-glare at Maddox when the latter snorted. Dayson continued talking to Talia. “I rely on my technique, and that’s exactly what you need to learn.”

Seeing that Talia was not convinced, Dayson decided to try something else.

“How about this? You came to learn a few moves. Right?” When Talia nodded, Dayson continued, “I will teach you one move, and coach Keith will teach you one move also. Which teaching is more effective will determine who will be your trainer.”

Talia had no idea why Dayson was so adamant about training her, but she was really out of arguments. “Sounds good.”

Keith’s legs trembled like they had a vibration built-in, and it was on at the highest setting. Did Talia just put him to compete against Alpha?

“Talia…”, Keith called. “If Alpha wants to teach you, then…”

“No, no.”, Dayson interrupted Keith. “Talia deserves the best. Let’s show her who is the best.”

Dayson’s eyes sparkled with a dangerous glint that made Keith feel chills like he was at the death’s door.

Dayson turned to Talia. “You pick, which one of us should go first?”

Keith exhaled helplessly while wondering what’s the point of this show. It’s obvious that if he loses, he lost. And if he wins, Alpha Dayson will break his legs, so he lost. In any case, Keith will lose, and he will be lucky if only his legs are broken. Can he just admit defeat and save his legs? Or is his neck in danger?

Last night Keith got the hint that Alpha Dayson is interested in Talia, but Keith never dreamed that it would go this far. If he knew, Keith would stay home. For a month or maybe longer.

Keith wondered, is it possible that Talia is oblivious to Dayson’s intentions? Or is she not interested? Keith dismissed that idea. Any unmated female would be interested in Dayson. Or is Talia interested in girls?

Keith whimpered silently. Regardless of what was going on between Dayson and Talia, why was he getting dragged into it? At this rate, he will die as a collateral casualty.

Oblivious to Keith’s internal cries as he was confident that death is approaching, Talia responded to Dayson with an enthusiastic smile. “Keith was already here, and we were about to start, so he will go first. Besides, you need to go and change, right?”

Dayson nodded in agreement and Talia turned to Keith. “Teach me well, coach! What are we doing?”

Keith really wished to disappear. Maybe he can develop a sudden stomachache?