I Rejected You, Alpha

ELEIA’S POV

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Waking up to the faint sound of water running , my eyes flick open , a cool breeze falling over my back and I drag my hand down to my shirt that’s railed up to below my breasts .

I tug it down as I slowly sit up , my lips parting wide as I yawn .

It’s like the sleep leaving my body and my eyes flutter shut and open .

“Aiden ?” I bellow out to him as I pad towards the slightly open door .

I start to undress , smiling as I toss my underwear to the side and I walk into the door , letting my wavy hair fall over my chest and breasts .

I watch as Aiden runs his hands through his hair , squeezing the water out , letting it roll down his neck and muscular back .

I clear my throat and his head turns towards me , staring at me through the fogged up glass door .

His eyes lighten up before darkening and he wipes his hand across the glass , making it see through .

I notice how his eyes trail my body as I walk towards him .

A metre away , he opens the door , slight water droplets falling onto the tiled floor and he nods his head , drawing me closer and I step into the shower with wide eyes , my chin tilted down and I stare up at him through my lashes .

“Did you sleep well ?” He asks in a low voice and I nod as his hand rests on my shoulder , turning me to face away from him .

He’s like a wall , protecting me from the water and his hands gathers my hair together before he steps aside and lets the water splash me from the back .

The heated water hits my back and it arch forward as it burns my gashes .I try to turn , but his hands on my shoulders keep me in place .

“Aiden .” I try to overcome his strong hold but he tuts , silencing me .

“It burns .” I grit out , my chest rising and falling faster , the pace increasing .

“It’s suppose to . It kills the germs that cause infection .” He sounds like a father , a stubborn one that doesn’t listen to anyone else .

The stinging hurts and I step forward , turning my back to the cool tile wall and press it to it for a second .

“This is my body , don’t act like you own it .” I snap at him , my eyes stinging as tears form in my eyes .

He sighs , his tongue dragging over his teeth , his lips popping out and I could see his baby blues darkening .

“I am trying to help you .” He seethes .

“Then wash my hair or gently wash my back , but don’t make me suffer because you’re mad at me !” I screech and confusion covers his face .

“What ?” He acts like he doesn’t know what I’m talking about .

“I’m not doing this .” I scoff , reaching for the door and he grabs my wrist in a firm grip , careful not to hurt me .

“I’m not mad at you Eleia .” He shakes his head , but how can I know ?

He might say he’s not mad , but he could be .

“Why would I be mad at you Eleia ?” He asks , his jaw tensing and my heart races as my name falls from his lips .

“Because I’m unwell and you have this perfect pack , all healthy and I’m just a broken mate .” I croak and his eyes soften , his entire face relaxing .

His head tilts to the side before his hand cups my neck , his thumb pressing against my jaw .

“You are not broken .” He shakes his head , “You’re hurt and I’m not mad at you because you’re a little unwell .” He frowns , the lines on his forehead deepening as hurt flashes through his eyes .

“I love you for you .” He breathes out , his thumb rubbing my cheek as my body tenses at his words .

I never had a boyfriend before , I never knew love except for Rosie and I loved her in the first week I met her .

Is it possible to love someone this fast ?

‘He’s your mate , of course it’s possible .’ Crystal scoffs and my lips part to speak , but his thumb captures my bottom l*p , “If you’re not ready , it’s okay . You don’t have to say it .” His caring tone makes my eyes tear up .

I shake my head , “I do love you .” I breathe out and a small smile tugs at the edges of his lips .

“I didn’t expect to meet my mate in a pond you know .” He grins and I giggle , my stomach tightening as it sucks in .

“Well I thought I was going to die .” I shrug , chuckling and his eyes grow dark as they narrow , his dark long lashes making his eyes seem darker .

“You won’t ever be in harms way while I’m around .” The seriousness in his tone makes me gulp .

A source of comfort and relief fills me .

“Got it ?” He asks with a raised brow and I nod .

“Use your words Eleia .” He demands , his lips slightly parted as he stares down at me with an intense gaze .

“I understand .” I smile .

If this was Regan , I would be losing my mind and be scared .

I can’t believe I trusted him , when he wanted to take me right then and there , I should have known that he wasn’t in love with me .

How stupid could I even have been to trust him ?

How stupid was I to believe that he even knew my name when we never spoken before ?

“Good , now let me wash your hair .” He tugs me under the water , lowering his head , he presses his lips to mine softly .

His hands go from cupping my face , dragging into my hair as he makes sure it’s soaked before pulling his head back and I step closer to him from out under the water as his arms are reached to the side as he squirts shampoo into his hand .noveldrama

His hands in my hair has me sighing in pleasure , the tips of his fingers massaging my scalp .

My eyes fall shut as I take this moment to relax and a low chuckle vibrates from his chest , my eyes pinging open , “What ?” I ask in a low whisper .

“Are you enjoying this ?” He asks with a smile on his face and I lazily nod .

Once his hands leave my hair , he washes my body with the sponge before we get out and I get dressed in black sweatpants I chosen for myself with a black cropped top to match along with black socks to keep my feet warm .

“You look hot .” Aiden murmurs as he sits on the bed , staring at me brushing my hair and I blush , my cheeks probably a crimson red .

I honestly don’t know what to say to that .

“Shall we go make your food ?” He asks and anxiety immediately forms a pit in my stomach .

I shake my head , “I don’t know , I’m not really that hungry .” I shrug , hoping he would understand .

“Okay…” he drags out and I know there’s a but coming .

“But you have to try . You can’t not eat…” he breathes out and I sigh , chewing on my bottom l*p .

I know I have to try , but the thought of eating food after what happened.. it makes me worry .

What if I try to eat and it happens again ?

The feeling of vile coming up my throat is gruesome , I don’t like the burning my throat feeling .

“I’ll try .” I nod , knowing that it would make him happy .

As I put my brush down , I glance at him with a wide smile on his perfect chiselled face .

“But not a lot .” I smile and he nods , “Deal .” He stands up before walking towards me , holding his hand out .

I love how he always wants to touch me , he’s very clingy about holding my hand when we walk , as if he needs to know I’m there .

I take his hand and we walk down the stairs , the house completely silent as we walk towards the kitchen .

Once we’re in the kitchen , he lifts me onto the island counter again , making me giggle .

“Why do you do that ?” I ask as my one leg crosses over the other .

“Because…” he shrugs , leaning forward and his nose nudges mine , making me inhale a deep breath where his spicy scent fills my nostrils .

“I like having you up on a high place , like it’s your throne .” He shrugs and my blush deepens .

I watch him make the salad in a small bowl and when I try to reach to help , he swats my hand away .

“It’s my food , why can’t I help ?” I pout and he just shakes his head .

“I want to spoil you , let me .” He grits out and I’m really starting to get confused, he’s mad when I want to help , he gets upset when I don’t eat and then he’s caring when I call him out on it .

‘You’re overthinking .’ Crystal scoffs but I roll my eyes at her .

Aiden cuts the avocado in small pieces while the bacon bites cook on the pan behind him .

“The bacon .” I remind him to look and he hums , slowly placing the avocado into his other hand and swirl the bacon before continuing .

I sit and pick at my fingers for at least five minutes before he hands me the salad and everything smells and looks delicious , but my hands shake as I poke my fork into the ingredients .

Goddess please , let me get better .

I take my first bite and everything inside me calms down .

I feel good so I continue to eat .

Aiden has his hands rested against the counter , leaning forward , looking at me with intense eyes , “Slower .” He demands as I’m cleaning the bowl out and I freeze , stopping my chewing before I slowly continue .

“Good .” He comments and I feel like a puppet being controlled .

Maybe he sees me as a doll .

I finish my entire salad and Aiden begins to clap as he rounds to my side and I part my legs as he steps in between them .

“How are you feeling ?” He asks , taking the bowl from my hands and surprisingly , I feel great .

“Good .” I smile , nodding .

I don’t feel nauseous , I don’t feel over full .

I feel perfect .

“Good .” He backs up and washes my bowl before coming to lift me off the counter , pulling me against his chest , hugging me and my body feels relaxed and as if I’m not in pain for the first time in my life .