Alpha's Cursed Luna novel Chapter 18

ELEANOR

I laid on the bed sidewards, against the window where you could see the mountains shrouded with trees. Light was illuminating from the window pane through the small gap of the yellow curtains draping on the tiled floor.

A peaceful feeling rose within me. Having the opportunity to sleep had given me the peace I was looking for, after a long while.

Even breathing feels so good. I took a deep breath and heaved it out softly through my nose.

There was something pleasant mixed in the air. A delicious minty scent. It was subtle yet sweet. Comforting me as it wafted through the air.

It’s getting stronger…

Where is it coming from?

Despite my curiosity, I didn’t try answering my own question by looking around. I was too sleepy to move. I couldn’t bring myself to even whip my head sidewards if I wanted to.

The massive weight of guilt and shame jumped onto my shoulders, refusing to be taken away. I shut my eyes tight, ignoring the pain and anguish it paid me tenfold.

“Ellie.”

Hm?

“Ellie.”

“Hmmm..” I moaned at the desire to sleep. Just a few more minutes. Just a few.

I didn’t move until something heavy was placed on my hip. I found it necessary to groan. I then forced my arm to move. Brushing away the hand digging into the side of my hips.

“Wake up, princess.”

The soft voice of Alpha Alexander brought out all of my energy in a surprise. Eyes forced open, I slowly turned my head until I met his longing gaze.

My eyes couldn’t help but glance at the wall clock.

5 pm!

I sat up, ready to apologize when he gripped both my arms in place.

I then tilted my head a bit. Confused as to why he’s stopped me abruptly.

“Is something the matter, Alpha?” I said gracefully. Ignoring the shudder that ran down my spine when we touched and kissed one another deeply. Hours ago. His grip on my arm was gentle yet firm.

He raised a brow, releasing my hip with his one hand before giving me a disgruntled look.

“Haven’t we discussed this already, Eleanor?”

I gave him a confused look.

He raised his brow higher.

What is he talking about? I stared at him while trying to remember what he said.

“Oh. Sorry,” I dropped my eyes to his lap. Afraid to gaze at him too closely and get caught in this trap.

I heard him let out a sigh.

“I didn’t wake you up because you looked so peaceful when you were asleep.”

“Sorry,” I bowed my head in embarrassment.

He pressed my chin softly in between his thumb and forefinger. Lifting it up slightly. Locking his eyes with mine.

“Do not apologize to me, Eleanor. Not to me, not to anyone.” His tone was dangerously serious.

I gulped.

“Okay.”

“Good. You must be hungry. What do you want to eat?” He slid his hands down my arms. His tone no longer intimidating as it was earlier.

“Nothing too fancy. Just a plain sandwich would be fine.” I shrugged.

The displeased look on his face told me he didn’t like my suggestion at all.

Did I say something wrong?

“What kind of food is that? Do you think that’s enough? Now that you will become my Luna, you need to fill your body up with plenty more nutrients than that.” He crossed his arm over the other. Huffing at my response.

“Oh.” I smiled awkwardly. To be honest, I was kind of hungry. Maybe I’m just not used to being asked what I wanted. It was always what my pack wanted out of me. Since Mike technically made me a pack slave rather than the Alpha’s daughter. Back then, Mike would always hand me just a plain sandwich every dinner. At times when my parents were busy during pack meetings. Which was all the time, actually. They never found out Mike had been taking food from my plate without them looking.

My wolf scoffed.

‘Did they even care? Even if they knew, they’re probably not gonna do something about it. Especially Victor.’ Ares now loathes the word ‘father’ or ‘parents’ after that last revelation about them. The mere fact that he only wanted to use me all along to his advantage made me lost all my respect and care towards them.

What kind of parent does that?

“Eleanor!”