Contract Marriage With Alpha Snow - Chapter 202

Chapter 202: Aira’s Glow Chapter 202: Aira’s Glow *************** CHAPTER 202 ~Tempest’s POV~ “No,” he said firmly.

“Talk to me.

Are you€¦ Are you with him?” “No,” I admitted.

“Not really.

But€¦” “But what?” I hesitated, my emotions a tangled mess.

“I don’t know,” I said finally.

“I like him, though, and although what we agreed to have was just a fling, I felt something for him, and I know he does too.

Or maybe he doesn’t feel the same way and I am overthinking things.” Koda’s voice softened.

“Tempest…?” I shook my head, even though he couldn’t see me.

“Then stop doubting yourself,” he said gently.

“Stop doubting us.” His words swept over me, shattering the barriers I’d erected around myself.

“Okay,” I whispered.

“I’ll let you settle your feelings and if after you have you want to give us a chance to know each other, let me know.

And if you don’t€¦?” “If I don’t?” I asked, my voice steadier now.  Koda cleared his throat.

“Then I’ll reject you and free you but for now, I doubt you want that.

So, let’s see where this goes.” “Alright.

I understand.” “Good.” His relief was evident in his tone.

“Because I’m not going anywhere.” As the call ended, I sat there, my heart pounding.

Summer’s voice echoed in my mind, filled with excitement.

“This is it,” she said.

“This is our chance.” And for once, I allowed myself to believe her.

**************** ~Aira’s POV~ The morning light streamed through the large windows of the kitchen, painting the space with a golden hue.  I sat at the table, idly stirring my cup of tea, my thoughts wandering back to the night before.

Every detail played in my mind like a treasured secret, bringing a soft blush to my cheeks.

I felt Zade’s presence behind me, his broad frame leaning casually against the kitchen counter.

I could feel his warm gaze and it sent a pleasant shiver down my spine.

I’d never imagined a night like that-one filled with unexpected comfort, passion, and a bond that seemed to settle into place as naturally as breathing.

It all started at the Alpha Ball when Kaid’s antics had thrown everything into chaos.

Snow had been livid, his fury barely contained, and Zade had been just as furious.  But where Snow’s rage burned cold and controlled, Zade’s was a wildfire, untamed and raw.

He hated anyone bullying his sister.

I’d found him later that night, standing on the balcony with his hands gripping the railing, his shoulders taut with tension.

The moonlight illuminated the storm brewing in his blue eyes, his wolf barely restrained.

“Zade?” I had called softly, approaching him with caution.

His gaze flicked toward me, softening slightly before he turned back to the horizon.

“Shouldn’t you be with the others?” “I could say the same to you,” I replied, stepping closer.

“But here we are.” He huffed a bitter laugh, his fingers tightening on the railing.

“Kaid has a way of bringing out the worst in people.” I hesitated, then reached out, placing a hand gently on his arm.

“You handled it well.” His jaw tightened, but he didn’t pull away.

“It didn’t feel like it.

Snow’s my friend, my family.

Watching Kaid challenge him like that€¦” He trailed off, shaking his head.

“You stood by him,” I said firmly.

“That’s what matters.” For a moment, silence settled between us, the tension in his frame slowly ebbing.

Then he turned to me, his eyes searching mine.

“Thank you,” he murmured.

I smiled, feeling the pull between us intensify.

His gaze dropped to my lips, and my breath hitched.

Time seemed to slow as he leaned in, his movements careful, almost hesitant.

And then his lips met mine.

The kiss was soft at first, tentative, but it quickly deepened as the bond between our wolves surged to the surface.

His hands cupped my face gently as if he feared I might disappear.

I melted into him, my fingers tangling in his hair, the warmth of his body grounding me.

It was as if the world faded away, leaving only us and the unspoken connection that had been building for so long.

The memory brought a fresh wave of heat to my cheeks.

Even now, sitting in the kitchen, I could still feel the ghost of his lips on mine, the way his arms had wrapped around me, pulling me closer.

But it hadn’t ended there.

Later, when Zade had taken me home, I thought the night would come to a quiet close.

Tempest was still nowhere to be found, and I had thanked him for walking me inside.

He’d smiled, that crooked grin of his that always made my heart race, and leaned down to kiss my cheek.

At the same time, I’d turned to peck his cheek in return, and instead, our lips met again.

Neither of us pulled away.

The kiss was different this time-less tentative and more charged as if our wolves had taken over completely.

Autumn surged in my mind, her excitement shining through me as she nudged me to let go of my doubts.

The intensity of it caught me off guard, but I didn’t fight it.  Instead, I surrendered, letting the mate bond guide us.

His hands settled on my waist, pulling me flush against him, and I felt his warmth seep into my very core.

“Are you sure?” he had murmured against my lips, his voice husky.

“Yes,” I had breathed, the word barely audible but filled with certainty.

What followed was a blur of passion and emotion.

His touch was firm yet reverent as if he were memorizing every inch of me.

And I€¦ I’d never felt so cherished, so wanted.

Now, as I sat at the kitchen table, I couldn’t help but smile at the memory.

My gaze drifted to Zade, who was pouring himself a cup of coffee.

He glanced up, catching me staring, and a slow smirk spread across his face.

“You’re glowing,” he remarked, his voice teasing but laced with affection.

I ducked my head, trying to hide my blush.

“I’m not.” “You are,” he insisted, walking over to join me.

“And it suits you.” “Stop,” I mumbled, though I couldn’t keep the smile off my face.