The Alpha Chose Me novel Chapter 68

At least he took me for coffee. This morning I added a double shot to my cappuccino. I had a feeling I was going to need it today.

"You drink way to much coffee Leah". As he pulled up outside the school I didn't acknowledge his comment. I always drank coffee no matter the time of day.

"What time are you leaving?". I asked unclipping my seatbelt.

"Around 10. I'll phone you every night and check in". Taking my hand in his he squeezed gently. I didn't like the feeling I had inside. It felt like I was going to be sick.

"Okay". I whispered not knowing what else to say. "I have to go". The first bell signalled and I had Mr Gallagher first period. If I was late he would give me a detention.

"That's it?". He asked letting go of my hand. "All you have to say is okay?".

Was he seriously getting angry over this?

"Stay safe". I didn't want him to go but obviously what I wanted didn't matter. Was I being selfish? He was doing this for his pack, the safety and security of everyone including me. Sighing I placed my hand on his arm. "I don't want you to go-...."

"Babe I-....".

"Let me finish". I said. "I already don't like the feeling I have in my gut but I know you have to do this. Just promise me you'll be back on time". I couldn't go through this alone. I didn't know what to expect.

"I promise". For some reason I didn't fully believe he would. As the second bell signalled I sighed. I couldn't be doing with detention after school. Ryan was coming to tutor me.

"I have to go"....

"Be good". Leaning over he placed a soft kiss against my lips. "And remember you are mine".

He always had to get that in.

"Bye". Getting my bag I got out and made my way up the entrance. He didn't leave until I was inside. There was still a few students running around trying to get to class. I was already late so there was no point in rushing.

Coffee in hand I strolled my way to English. Mr Gallagher was on to form today. I could hear him before I reached the classroom.

"Miss Wilson how nice of you to join us"....

Taking my seat I knew he was making his way over to my desk. "Have you picked your book?". He asked as I pulled my work from my bag.

Truth was I had forgot all about it. I knew regardless of what book I chose I would ace it. "Not yet sir, I'm stuck between a few". He knew how good I was.

"Hm I see. Remember this is a big part of your final grade Miss Wilson".

"I'm not worried". I shrugged turning my attention to my notes. I was stuck between pride and prejudice or wuthering heights.

"I expect to see something by next week. I know you're good Leah but don't be cocky about it". As he walked away I made a face. I wasn't being cocky but I was going to make sure it's the best piece of work he's ever read.

Asshole.

Sometimes he was really nice and encouraging and other times he was just a dick. Today he was definitely a dick.

"Don't worry he bit the face off Trevor this morning". Abby had turned around in her seat. "All because he had his phone on the table".

"Must be on his period". I sniggered.

"Yeah like every damn day". She whispered. "You picked a book yet?".

"Not yet. Have you?".

"To kill a mockingbird". She grinned. "One of my favourites. I just hope I do it justice".

"You will". I smiled.

"Ladies enough of the chatter". He yelled. "Get on with your assignments or it'll be a detention".

"We we're talking about our assignment". I said.

One thing I had learned about Mr Gallagher, he didn't like back chat. He's had a problem with me since I got here. Constantly on my back about something and always trying to catch me out.

"Detention after school for you Miss Wilson".

"For what?". I asked. "I didn't do anything".

"Anymore back chat and it'll be 2 days detention"..

By this point I knew I was glaring. He needed to pull the stick out of his ass and lighten up. "Whatever".

"See me after class". He snapped.

He was definitely singling me out. Other people were talking amongst themselves before he called me and Abby out. It just so happens I wasn't one for keeping my mouth shut.

"How come you didn't call out they two?". I asked nodding towards the front of the class. His little grade A students were allowed to talk.

"Leah don't". Abby whispered.

"Always".

"I mean with Jake going away"..

"Not much I can do about it"..

"Could always go with him".

"I suppose I could but I don't want to. Come home once you've had dinner. We'll have a much needed catch up".

"Yes that's exactly what we need". She laughed. "Love you gal. I'll see you soon". After hanging up I slipped my phone into my pocket.

I now had to find a way home. I wasn't calling my gran because I wasn't sure how she would take to be being expelled. It's wasn't ten yet so I knew Jake was still here but I didn't want to bother him.

Alanna would be spending the little time she had left with Carter, Lacey was sick. I was running out of options.

"Skipping class beautiful?". A cup of coffee was placed in front of me.

Rocco!

"Maybe". I grinned.

"Beautiful and a bad girl". He winked. "Got you a coffee". He nodded.

"How come you're not in class?". I asked taking a sip of the coffee instantly regretting it after tasting the sugar. "You didn't get this for me did you?". Making a face I placed it back on the table.

"Not a fan of sugar". He smirked scratching the back of his head.

"How come you're not in class?". Surely he wasn't skipping already?

Shrugging he lifted the coffee from the table. "It's not as if the teacher even noticed me leave".

“Mr Ellis?”. I laughed. “Poor guy just wants an easy life”.

“Don’t we all”. Watching as he sipped his coffee my phone started to vibrate against the table. I knew it wouldn’t be long before he was calling me. “Boyfriend?”. He asked as I ignored it.

“I have to go”. My phone started vibrating again as I picked it up along with my bag.

“Lucky guy. I’ll see you around beautiful”.