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Shadow stomped her feet and waited impatiently for him to finish his call.
After two long minutes, Alpha Dominic finally hung up the phone. With a cold expression, he turned to face her, his eyes devoid of emotion.
Goosebumps prickled all over Shadow’s body as his gaze locked onto her. She handed him the card and cash, saying, “I promised to treat you to dinner. So, it’s my treat.”
Alpha Dominic took the card back but refused to accept the money. Shadow insisted, “Come on, take the money!”
Alpha Dominic’s eyes focused on her slim, white fingers, and he unexpectedly reached out his hand. Shadow thought he wanted the money, but instead, he firmly grasped her hand.
Shadow’s expression changed slightly, caught off guard by his actions. Before she could say anything, Alpha Dominic pulled her into a tight embrace. His eyes lowered, darkness swirling within them. His deep voice, like aged wine, filled the air with its intoxicating scent.
However, his words were shameless. “If you truly want to return the money, then give me a kiss. If you kiss me, I’ll accept the money.”
“????”
He must be crazy!
They stood on a busy roadside, and Shadow’s heart raced with nervousness. Her anxiety made her knees weak.
“Ouch!”
Alpha Kilian had been closely observing Shadow’s reaction, but he hadn’t expected her to react like that. With his skills and vigilance, he shouldn’t have been caught off guard.
Shadow’s strike had hit a sensitive spot, causing him real pain.
This incident made Alpha Kilian realize how lax he had become in Shadow’s presence and how little he was on guard around her.
“Are you alright?” Shadow heard his voice, though his expression remained unchanged. But she sensed the discomfort from his strained jaw.
Although she genuinely cared for his well-being, she didn’t feel guilty at all. This shameless man always tried to take advantage of her, so she had to hit back when necessary!
Alpha Dominic didn’t release her hand. Grimly, he said, “I’m fine, but you’re in trouble now.”
If Shadow had really injured his private parts, she could say goodbye to any future intimacy with him. Her happiness would be ruined for the rest of her life.
Shadow didn’t understand the true meaning behind his words. She only thought that she had infuriated him, and he wanted to punish her.
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Just as she prepared to flee, she realized her hand was still in Alpha Dominic’s firm grip.
She knew she was in trouble. Instinctively, she looked up at Alpha Dominic, but he lowered his head and kissed her.
Angry, Shadow tried to use the same trick again, but Alpha Dominic had anticipated her move. She couldn’t succeed. Moreover, he kissed her forcefully and passionately, not giving her a chance to catch her breath.
Once he turned ruthless, Shadow stood no chance. Unable to catch her breath, she pushed him away.
In that moment, her strength had waned, leaving her powerless.
Alpha Kilian’s breathing grew heavy. He bit her lip as a form of punishment, then released her. Stepping back, he gazed at her with intense eyes.
Thrown off balance by his sudden withdrawal, Shadow stumbled for a moment before regaining her composure.
Her lip stung and she touched it, realizing there was blood on her hand. So, Alpha Dominic had indeed bitten her lip.
Dealing with Alpha Dominic baffled Shadow. No matter how much she scolded him, he remained shameless. If they fought, she would never win.
Glaring at him, she turned to walk away.
“Shadow!”
As she prepared to leave, a familiar voice called out to her.
Hearing that voice only worsened Shadow’s mood.
Jessica emerged from the nearby restaurant and witnessed Shadow and Alpha Dominic’s passionate kiss. However, this time, Jessica refrained from taking any photos.
After all, the last time she stirred up trouble with her photos, the Lance family quickly put a stop to it. That scandal had ended swiftly.
“I thought it was you when I saw your back. I didn’t imagine it would really be you,” Jessica casually walked towards Shadow with a friendly smile. Then, she pretended to be surprised as she glanced at Alpha Dominic. “What a coincidence, Mr. Lance is here too?”
Alpha Kilian didn’t even spare Jessica a glance. He bent down to pick up the money that Shadow had dropped in her haste.
While Shadow was still angry at Alpha Dominic, she couldn’t deny the air of nobility around him. So, when he stooped to retrieve the money, she couldn’t help but find him attractive.
Realizing she was once again captivated by Alpha Dominic’s appearance, Shadow bit her lip internally, trying to snap herself out of it.
Wake up! No matter how enticing his demeanor might be, it couldn’t overshadow the fact that he was a perverted man who harbored desires for his sister-in-law!
Once Alpha Dominic picked up the money, he dusted it off meticulously, as if there was any speck of dirt on it. Then, he put it in his pocket.
Shadow found herself growing more and more perplexed by Alpha Dominic. She wanted to hate him, but she couldn’t. When she sought peace between them, he turned shameless.
Jessica, too, was taken aback by Alpha Dominic’s actions.
This “Alpha Dominic” actually stooped to pick up mere hundred dollars from the ground.
She didn’t know the significance of that money, but she had found a way to resolve the crisis at Eden Group without returning the black card to Shadow.
She could use Alpha Dominic as a pawn. Since he lived with Alpha Kilian, he must be a close relative with authority in the Lance family.
It would be killing two birds with one stone.
Thinking about capturing Alpha Dominic, Jessica’s smile grew even more smug.
She deliberately adjusted her clothing, revealing the low-cut dress hidden underneath. Coyly, she looked towards Alpha Dominic.
However, before she could say anything, Alpha Dominic provocatively directed his words at Shadow. “I’ll pick you up from work.”
And then, he left!
Shadow stared at him with cold eyes. He said those words deliberately to anger her!
A cold gust of wind blew, causing Jessica to shiver. She quickly covered herself with her coat, glaring at Shadow.
“Hmph! The Eden Group is in danger, and instead of asking Alpha Kilian for help, you’re flirting with men here. You’re audacious!”
“I’m just a lowly employee in the Eden Group. I can’t compare to my older sister. I feel guilty about not being able to assist the company,” Shadow replied, wearing a smile that didn’t reflect any guilt at all.
She walked towards Jessica, still smiling, and continued, “I lost the black card. How could I dare ask Alpha Kilian for help? His temper is notorious, and he might direct his anger towards the Eden Group. That would be disastrous.”
“Trash!” Jessica sneered, her eyes falling on Shadow’s swollen and red lips, noticing the wound.