Contract Marriage With Alpha Snow - Chapter 394

Chapter 394: Taking An Opportunity
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CHAPTER 394

~Snow’s POV~

I stiffened as words slammed into me like a punch to the gut.

Jenna.

The comparison stung more than I wanted to admit.

I looked away, my mind spiralling with thoughts.

Zade sighed, shaking his head. “You want to believe she’s a victim. Fine. But you’re too smart not to consider the other possibilities. You owe it to Zara—to yourself—to look deeper.”

I swallowed hard, my heart pounding.

But before I could respond, Jupiter scoffed, rubbing a hand down his face. “Look, I don’t even care what happens to Vera at this point. What pisses me off is you.” He pointed at me. “You’re standing here, defending some woman you barely know, while the woman who gave you everything is out there hurting.”

My breath caught in my throat.

“You have one choice to make, Snow,” Xavier said, his voice calm but final. “Fix this. Or lose everything.”

The weight of their words settled heavily in my chest. I looked down, exhaling slowly. Because deep down… I knew they were right.

I just needed to find out what the fuck is going on and who exactly Vera is.

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~Kaid’s POV

I leaned back against the plush chair in my house in the city, swirling the whisky in my glass as Richard paced the room.

Usually, we stayed in a hotel close to business to ensure things are in order but for relaxation, I normally come to my personal mansion here— a bit at the outskirts.

I looked up, watching Richard continue pacing, his steps heavy, as were his thoughts.

He was clearly frustrated, but that wasn’t my problem. If anything, his frustration only amused me more.

“You’re seriously staying in the city for this?” Richard finally snapped, stopping in front of me with an incredulous look.

I smirked. “Why wouldn’t I? The timing is perfect.”

Richard let out a sharp breath, rubbing his face. “Kaid, come on. Zara’s going through hell right now. She just found out Snow—”

“—is an idiot,” I finished smoothly, taking a slow sip of my drink. “And if he doesn’t know how to cherish what he has, someone else will.”

Richard’s jaw clenched. “That someone else doesn’t have to be you.”

I chuckled, shaking my head. “Another man’s meat is another man’s poison, Richard. I’ve always loved Zara. You know that. But I respected their relationship. I backed off when she chose Snow. But now? Now he’s losing her.” I tilted my head, watching Richard closely. “And if that happens, why shouldn’t I step in?”

“Because she’s not a damn prize to be won, Kaid!” Richard shot back. “She’s hurting, man. This isn’t the time to take advantage of that.”

I exhaled sharply, setting my glass down. “I’m not taking advantage of her. I’m giving her an option. Snow had time to prove himself to her. If he blows it now? That’s on him.”

Richard’s expression darkened. “You really think she’s just going to fall into your arms?”

I grinned. “No. But I do think that if I stick around, if I show her what it’s like to be with someone who actually puts her first, then yeah—maybe, in time, she will.”

Richard let out a low curse, shaking his head. “You’re insane.”

I laughed. “I prefer the term persistent.”

Richard sighed, rubbing the back of his neck. “Look, man… I’m not going to stop you. But if you push too hard, she’s going to see right through it.”

“Noted.” I picked up my glass again, smirking. “Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a woman to find.”

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~Zara’s POV~

The coffee shop was quiet, a soft hum of low conversations and the distant sound of the espresso machine filling the air. I sat near the window, stirring my tea absentmindedly, my thoughts tangled in a web I couldn’t escape.

Snow.

No matter how much I tried to push him out of my mind, he lingered. His voice, his touch, the way he had looked at me during our last conversation—stunned, betrayed, desperate.

I clenched my jaw. He deserved to feel that way.

I took a slow breath, forcing myself to focus on the present. And right now, that meant meeting Kaid, who had texted me out of nowhere asking if I had time to talk.

I hadn’t planned on seeing anyone today, but curiosity got the better of me.

I was still lost in thought when I felt a presence approach my table.

“Mind if I join you?”

I glanced up to see Kaid standing there, looking effortlessly confident as always, dressed in a dark button-down and slacks. His smirk was subtle, but his eyes were sharp, always watching, always calculating.

I sighed, gesturing to the seat across from me. “Go ahead.”

Kaid slid into the chair, setting down a coffee cup before meeting my gaze. “You look like you’ve been overthinking.”

I arched a brow. “And you look like you came here with a plan.”

He grinned. “Guilty. But first, how are you?”

I let out a dry chuckle. “Do you want the real answer or the polite one?”

Kaid smirked. “Always the real one.”

I hesitated before sighing. “Tired. Drained. Trying to figure out what the hell I do next.”

“That’s why I’m here,” he said smoothly, leaning back in his chair. “I have a proposition for you, Mrs Zephyr.”

I frowned because of two things. “One of them. “What kind of proposition?”

Kaid’s expression turned serious. “A job. At my company. I could use someone like you.”

I blinked, caught off guard. “You want me to work for you?”

“Why not?” He shrugged. “You’re sharp, you’re efficient, and let’s be honest—you’re too damn talented to be sitting around wondering what to do next.”

I stared at him for a moment before shaking my head with a small smile. “I appreciate the offer, Kaid, but I don’t need a job.”

Kaid raised a brow. “You sure? It comes with a very attractive salary.”

I smirked. “I already have enough to start my own firm. And besides, I have the clothing store I bought back when I was married to Snow. It’s still mine, and I plan on expanding it.”