Alpha Of Darkness And The Half-Breed Healer

AUTHOR’S POV “So, I heard the Alpha banished you from entering the pack house ever again,” Ezekiel said to Gemma while they ate as he sipped his water.

Gemma pretended not to hear him and kept eating her food. It’s bad enough that she is still dealing with the humiliation brought upon her by Gael. Gemma still has to put up with her family’s taunts. Many times, she wishes to live far away from all of them.

Daniella cleared her throat. “Didn’t you hear your father?”

“What?” She retorted rudely. “What do you want me to say? Am I supposed to cry just because Gael banned me? It’s not like it is the end of the world.”

“When will you learn to work on your mannerisms when speaking to your parents?” Ezra spoke up for the first time, which is unusual for him.

Gemma scoffed in disbelief, “What did you just say? Did anyone ask for your opinion, you pest!”

“Gemma-” Ezekiel called out.

Ezra shook his head at the uncle. “I can handle this, uncle. You knew what you were getting yourself into, Gemma. Still, you continued with it like you had something that made you feel confident. You have done nothing but bring disgrace upon yourself and your family, which shouldn’t be the case in the first place. If you can’t handle whatever it is, you are dealing with it like a mature adult. Be sensible enough to keep it to yourself. If you ever disrespect anyone in this household again, you will have me to contend with.”

“Who the fuck do you think you are? How dare you?” Gemma bellowed in a shaky breath. She turned to her parents. “Are you both just going to watch him talk down on me?”

“He is only cautioning you as your older cousin. It’s obvious you need some major spanking.” Her mother interjected.

Tears filled Gemma’s eyes as she felt betrayed by her parents. Pushing the chair back angrily, she stomped the floor to her room, slamming the door shut behind her. Resting her back against the door, she panted heavily. All of a sudden, she let out an ear-piercing scream in frustration. She would never be able to forget the look Gael had in his eyes when he held on to the half-breed. Not to forget his irritation and disgust for her when he told her never to step foot again in the pack house.

Gemma doesn’t think she has ever been humiliated that much in her entire life. Not only did Gael make a fool of her, the half-breed mocked her too. She has promised herself to get back at them when they least expect. It would be disastrous by the time she decides on what to do. Gael either becomes hers or no one else’s. A light knock came from behind the door. She hissed spitefully.

“I don’t want to talk to you.” She yelled.

“Gemma, it’s me, Gael.” The person behind the door said.

A light gasp escaped her lips. “Gael? Is that you?”

“Yes, Gemma. Please open up.” He replied.

She checked through the doorhole, and it was Gael. He has probably come to beg her to return to him, she thought. Rushing to the front of her vanity mirror, she ruffled her hair and made wet patches on her face with a wipe. Feeling satisfied with her look, she went back to the door and opened it, turning her back immediately to him.

“What are you doing here? I thought you declared that I should never show my face to you ever again. Are you also here to mock me?” She dragged each word and threw herself into the bed.

Gael felt a bit guilty, knowing he had caused it. “I am so sorry about how I reacted towards you the last time, Gemma.”

A shocked expression enveloped her face. “Did you just apologize?”

“Truth be told, Gemma. It wasn’t my initiative. Nia made me come here after she explained how inconsiderate I was, tossing you out so easily.”

“Oh.” She mumbled, feeling deflated. Her excitement and expectations were all for nothing. He is here on his princess order.

“Even though I didn’t entirely treat you right. You still stood by me. You were my friend long before we became intimate, and I apologize for making things difficult for you all through those times. You can walk in and out of the pack house whichever way you like. I never should have given that order in the first place. It’s a silly mistake, and I apologize for it.”

Gael exhaled, walking towards her. “We have come a long way, Gemma. You are a wonderful person, so I don’t doubt that you will find a good mate. Let’s be cordial with each other and not hold any grudges. You can always reach out to me if you need my help. I promise to do whatever I can in my power.” Gael sounded like he was reading out of a book.

She nodded stiffly, “thank you.”

“You are very welcome. Please take good care of yourself and be good to your parents. It’s the least they deserve from you. Have a lovely day ahead. I will see you around.” He thinned his lips, hugging her for precisely two seconds.

Gemma cursed under her breath. She finds it funny how Gael acts like they haven’t slept with each other before. It’s glaring to her now that the goddess doesn’t have her in her good books. She sees no reason why she would be humiliated twice in a row in less than thirty minutes.

First, it was Ezra talking to her audaciously just because he had finally attained the Beta position. And on the other hand, it is the Alpha who came because his pussy giver refused him some and tried to play charity with her.

She kicked at the plush rug on the floor angrily. They will all pay. She will ensure they all pay for toying with her. Picking up her phone, she dialed Zac. He picked up on the first ring.

“Hey there, baby. Miss me?” He cooed in his usual playful tone on the other end.

Gemma kissed her teeth in irritation. “I don’t have the time for your nonsense. I need to take revenge for the embarrassment I have experienced so far.”

Zac stayed quiet for a second on the other end. “Tell me, which do you want?”

“I want the whip punishment.” She gritted.

“And you will have it, baby. I love you.”

Gemma smirked coldly, and now she would see who gets the last laugh. “I love you too.”

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GAEL’S POV

For a moment, I almost regretted listening to Nia. But I must admit, apologizing sincerely to Gemma gives me peace even though I was conscious enough not to let her extend the discussion. It still doesn’t feel bad. Now, I don’t have to feel any way when I see her.

“I am surprised you came here at this time,” Ezra said from behind, jolting me back to reality.

“I came to see Gemma.”

“Of course. Since you ended things with Gemma, she went from bad to worse.”

“We both know that sort of attitude is inevitable on her part. But I am glad we have resolved whatever difference is between us. She should be better behaved now.” I said with an odd level of certainty.

Ezra had an amused look in his eyes. “You say it like she turned a new leaf out of the blue just because you told her to.”

“Give her a chance. She isn’t that bad.”

“I would prefer to believe someone who is an entire stranger. Not you, who has wined and dined with her.”

“She must have done something unlikely to you if you are this insistent on her attitude. You have always been the one to see the best in others.”

“I have tried, Gael. I don’t know if we will ever be able to talk to each other in a civilized manner in this lifetime. At first, I thought Gemma’s hate towards my sister and her mother might have incited me. But then I had to seek forgiveness for being judgmental of the poor woman when it turns out that Gemma is the one with the cold heart. It’s of no use claiming to be familiar with her.”

I have no idea what to say to comfort him or assure him. To be safe, I have always avoided interfering in their family matters. “that’s alright. I need to return to the pack house now. Nia is waiting. Are you coming with?” I asked.

Ezra grinned from ear to ear. “Must be nice. The half-breed is now being called her name. And you can’t wait to return home to her. Does this mean we would be having a Luna soon?” He inquired, wiggling his brows.

I snorted, “Don’t get too ahead of yourself. One step at a time.”

“Oh. The saying one step at a time is a major rule of life now, but you have never been one to obey the rules. Do you? Moreover, I have other things in mind to do today. I won’t be coming to your pack house, thank you.” He bowed playfully.

Shaking my head at him, I got into the car and drove back to the pack house. Nia was waiting in my room when I arrived. I got rid of my shoes quickly and jumped into the bed, kissing her.

“Did I take that long?” I asked, nuzzling her neck.

She giggled, cupping my face. “Not at all. I just got in, too. I thought it would be best to wait for you here instead.”

“That’s so thoughtful of you, baby.” I cooed, taking her into my arms.

“So, how did it go?”

I shrugged, “not bad. I guess we are cool now. So, will you tell me who tried to toy with you?”

Nia cleared her throat, tucking her hair behind her ear. I could sense the nervousness, but she countered it briefly. “Promise me you will let it go?”

I blinked slowly, holding up a frown. “It depends on what you tell me.”

She reached for a brown envelope by the side of the bed. “They already signed a court agreement to stay away from me.”

“How did you get a court agreement?” I asked, squinting my eyes at her when she didn’t respond on time.

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“Really? So, Ezra knows about this, and I don’t? He even went as far as helping you behind my back?”

“Calm down, Gael. I was the one who begged him not to say anything while assuring him that I would tell you everything over time.”

I wanted to say something more; instead, I kept my mouth shut when I saw the pain in her eyes. My wolf could feel the sad aura her wolf emitted. Whatever happened, it hurt her deeply, and Nia can’t hide it. Sighing in defeat, I sat up properly, leaning against the bed frame, and then I turned her back to me, letting her rest on my chest.

“It’s okay, baby,” I whispered, kissing her hair.

“Stephanie did it.” She muttered.

“Your adoptive mother?”

Nia nodded, holding my hand. “She just hates that I am happy and have what appears to be a good life. Stephanie doesn’t think I deserve it because I shouldn’t have existed in the first instance. When she said it, there was so much hate in her eyes that it shredded my heart to pieces. She didn’t mind ending my life to prove a point.”

“Why don’t you want her arrested then?”

She scoffed, “Of what use is that? If I get her arrested, then nearly everyone that I have come across in my life should be locked up, too. Gemma, the maids I shared a room with, the members of my mother’s pack. Everyone who didn’t think twice before putting me in harm’s way is guilty of attempted murder. If some others had their way, they would have me stabbed with a silver knife or poisoned with wolf’s bane. I am over it, over the hate and disgust for being alive. Half human, half wolf, it is who I am. I will no longer let myself be treated brashly for being true to myself. And when the time comes, it does end. Then I will accept fate with a joyful heart.”

I gulped in difficulty. The guilt held tightly to my chest, and it almost choked me. One way or the other, I have also added to her pain and didn’t save her when she got hurt. To think that I have been shallow all my life, condemning someone’s creation. It’s up to the goddess to decide those she creates. I need to do better, not just for myself but for Nia and everyone going through such a dilemma.

“I am sorry,” I whispered.

Nia turned her head to have a close view of my face. “It’s okay, baby. I hold no grudge, and I want you to do the same. The Hayes family is the reason I am here right now. I won’t dispute that fact. But it ends at this moment. My life begins, and I intend to live right without holding back.”

“I hope I live to be a better person to you every passing day.” I mused, kissing her.

She smiled against my lips and wrapped her arms around me possessively, not saying anything. I choose to bask in the comforting silence, too. Holding her close and not letting go.