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Chapter 23 Want Your Body

 Chapter 23 Want Your Body

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 The look of disbelief was the first thing I noticed in his eyes. However, it quickly changed to that of betrayal, which brought an unspeakable rage in my heart..

 “There’s nothing to talk about anymore,” I firmly said, setting the boundary. “So, if you excuse me.

 However, I nearly forgot just how persistent Jaxon was. He might have gone easy on me during our two–year rtionship but there were times his attitude showed.

 Now, he had no intentions of hiding this, making fear run through my veins.

 He held onto the wrist, caging me in ce. His other hand went and scrutinized the mark even more. Thank goodness for Tessa’s concealer because it didn’t get rubbed off.

 “What are you doing, Jaxon?” I eximed loudly, hoping someone would hear. However, the party was in full swing, the bass vibrating against the walls.

 I couldn’t even call Tessa because both my hand were preupied. As I gazed at the man before me, there wasn’t an ounce of love that I felt

 “Please.” I muttered, and he paused for a while, looking into my eyes. Something zed over them before they disappeared.

 “I forgot just how pretty you were,” he whispered, leaning in. My eyes widened, and I tried even harder to push him away. However, Jaxon was strong–probably one of the top of his age bracket.

 I felt helpless as I wed at his chest. I turned my head to the side to evade his lips, but he went straight to my neck.

 He began </bpping on the skin, biting at every chance he got. I was sure he had left a mark. Just then, he ced his hand over my chin and forced me to face him. He looked into my eyes once more, and I could see the lust in his gaze.

 Yes this is exactly what he wanted. Only this.

 “So fucking pretty,” he murmured. “Your body must taste delicious.”

 He leaned in even faster, and all I could do was close my eyes.

 However, just as I was about to lose hope, someone spoke, and Jaxon stopped.

 “I don’t think she appreciates it.”

 Taking advantage of Jakon’s surprise, I abruptly stepped back, my back colliding against the person who had interrupted us another individual 1 had no desire to be involved with: Cade. He always seemed to appear at the most unexpected moments Yet, for some reason. I felt a wave of relief wash over me upon seeing him 

 Cade ced his hand over my waist, steadying my body, and in an instant, Jaxon’s attention shifted to that point of contact, his eyes darkening

 “Cade,” Jaxon said, his tone icy and unfriendly.

 “Jaxon,” Cade replied, greeting him with an equal chill.

 We found ourselves enveloped in an ufortable silence for several moments until Jaxon scoffed, stepping back. 

 see what’s going on,” he muttered, ncing between Cade and me with a critical eye.

 With that, he waddled over to Cade, cing a firm hand on his shoulder, squeezing with enough force that I could see the veins in his neck bulging. However, Cade didn’t tinch; he merely stared at Jason as if he were an unwee parasite.

 Better be careful with her, Cade.” Jason warned, his grip loosening slightly “Take it from one man to another.”

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 He nced at me onest time before striding away, leaving me only able to breathe freely once he was gone. Turning to Cade, I slightly bowed my head. Thank you-”

 “You don’t need to thank me,” he interrupted, cutting me off with a deadpan expression. I lifted my head, confusion knitting my brows together.

 “Hmm?”

 “I didn’t save you,” he stated bluntly. “You were just in the way. The restrooms are over there, but you’re hogging up the

 space.

 My cheeks flushed with embarrassment, and I instinctively stepped away from him. “I mean-

 He sighed, nonchntly sticking his hands into his pockets. “I have nothing to do with the drama you and Jaxon have going on. Keep it to yourself, Flub.”

 He bent his knees slightly, looking me directly in the eyes. For a fleeting moment, I thought he might lean in closer, but instead, he simply stared at me with an unreadable expression before smirking.

 “Your face is red,” he observed, a teasing lilt to his voice. “Should you be blushing like that when you have something going on with another Alpha?”

 My hands involuntarily moved to touch my warm cheeks, and I shot him a re. “It’s just hot. Don’t think you’re special.”

 He raised both hands in surrender and walked past me, disappearing into the restroom without another word.

 I exhaled sharply, feeling a mix of frustration and relief. “What’s with him?” I muttered, shaking my head at the entire

 situation

 Even amid my annoyance, I was slightly grateful he had deflected the tension with Jaxon. The upside was that I no longer needed to hide my identity. I just wished he would leave me alone now that he believed I wasn’t a virgin anymore.

 Sighing. I shook my head and made my way back to the party. As I pulled out my phone, I saw the text from Tessa.

 I’m near the fountain.”

 I quickly headed over to where she was, inhaling the cool night breeze deeply. It soothed my flushed skin and calmed my racing thoughts 

 When Tessa spotted me, relief flooded her features. “Are you alright?” she asked immediately.

 pursed my lips, nodding. “Yeah, not too bad.”

 It was clear she wanted to ask more, so I sighed, deciding to cut to the chase. She already knew a lot anyway. “Alpha Jaxon is my mate.”

 Her eye

 widened, and she nearly toppled into the fountain. I instinctively pulled her back just in time.

 “Tessa.” I murmured, concerned.

 “Sorry,” she replied, her voice breathless. “That’s just unexpected.”

 “I know,” I admitted

 “Does he know?” she asked, ncing at my mark, still hidden beneath my clothing

 ? shook my head, a small smile creeping onto my lips. “You covered it really well.”

 “Why did he talk to you, though? Did he want you back?”

 I bit my lip, an uncertainty flooding over me, “Honestly, I don’t know.”

 “Do you want to get back with him?”

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 “Heck no,” I spat, the conviction in my voice surprising even myself. “Not after he cheated on me with my best friend.”

 Her eyes widened further. Just then, a wave of cheers erupted nearby, revealing Jaxon and Sienna, the other wolves practically worshipping the ground they walked on.

 Something clicked in Tessa’s mind.

 “Cheers to Alpha Jaxon for hosting this party!” someone shouted, and the crowd erupted into a frenzy of celebration, patting Jaxon on the back as he basked in the glory. Sienna clung to him like a leech, her presence suffocating.

 “That girl, Tessa muttered. “No wonder she has such a heavy aura.”

 I nodded, turning away from the spectacle. “Anyway, do you mind if we leave? I know we just arrived, but-”

 “Not at all,” she said, offering me a reassuring smile. “It’s actually pretty boring, and I’m not looking to sleep with anyone at this point.

 “Thanks,” I whispered, grateful for herpanionship. Just as we were about to leave, a shout pierced the air.

 “Watch out!”

 Before I could react, Tessa’s pristine, white dress was stained a vivid red.

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