Chapter 283 A Convenient Excuse
Leslie’s POV
The air froze for several seconds.
Kirby’s face stiffened, and I could almost hear the low growl of his wolf inside him.
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But before he could speak, Shane pushed the door open. His steps were steady, his expression cold and sharp as ever, like a killing machine without a trace of human feeling.
“Princess, yourmand?” His voice was deep.
I handed him the bowl, my tone calm and natural. “Feed Kirby for me.”
The words had barely left my lips before I saw the flicker of hesitation in Shane’s eyes, a subtle resistance.
But he was a loyal guard. Disobedience was not an option.
“Yes!” His voice was clipped, resolute, like he had steeled himself for something unpleasant.
Yet before he could take my ce, Kirby snatched the bowl himself and tilted it back, swallowing in one rough gulp. His Adam’s apple moved hard, drops of broth spilling down his pale chin.
His eyes burned with cold fury, like a lone wolf cornered.
“Out!” His roarshed through the air, sharp as winter wind, directed at Shane.
Shane nced at me. I arched a brow, giving him a small nod.
He spun around instantly, his steps quick, as if escaping a storm.
The room fell silent, heavy with Kirby’s muddled pheromones. The bitter scent of weakness pressed down like a weight.
I forced a lightugh, keeping my voice casual. “Well, since you’ve finished, I’ll take the bowl out. Rest early.”
I turned to leave, my hand on the doorknob, when his hoarse voice reached me–raw, and almost fragile.
“Leslie…”
I stopped, ncing back. “What is it?”
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“That photo. Why did you post it?” His lips tightened into a thin line, his dark eyes swirling with emotions he couldn’t hide.
I smiled, tucking back strands of damp hair, my expression light and teasing.
“Because–it’s a new romance.”
The words slipped out airy, mocking.
If one lie could sever his grip on me, then let it.
His face went whiter still, the hurt in his eyes stark and naked–like a wolf struck to its core.
I lowered my gaze, my tone faint. “We’ll both have that day sooner orter. Someone new will appear. Kirby Alpha, you should prepare yourself.”
I paused, adding with cool detachment, “Prepare for your new life.”
With that, I walked out, the door clicking shut behind me.
But as I lifted my head, I froze.
Adler stood in the corridor opposite, his tall frame cast in the dim light, calm and steady.
His sandalwood scent lingered faintly in the air, carving out an invisible domain around him. He had clearly been waiting.
My expression shifted, unease rippling in my chest. Had he heard… everything?
The air grew heavy with awkwardness.
Adler broke it first, his voice smooth, warm. “I had meant to bid Kirby farewell, but hearing voices inside, I thought it best to wait.”
His tone was gentle, his gaze open, unreadable.
I forced a smile, covering my difort. “I’m sorry to trouble you. I’ve deleted the photo already. Just now I was… making up an excuse.”
“No matter. I don’t mind at all.” His words carried a faint warmth, not indifference, as though easing my unease.
“Hm?” I blinked, startled, looking at him in surprise.
He met my eyes with a steady smile, theposure of a Gold Empire Alpha clear in his bearing. “If it helps free you from unwanted trouble, I’ll dly y along. After all, you are
Eren’s muse.”
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I froze for a beat, then felt the knot in my chest loosen. The awkwardness dissolved.
I smiled naturally again. “Thank you for not ming me.”
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“Why would I?” Adler’s gaze was steady, full of quiet strength. “If you ever need me to act, I’ll always cooperate.”
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