Chapter 55
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After I picked up my things, I went back to my house and soaked myself in a bathtub. The hot water enveloped my body and made me relax a lot.
The images from today are still fresh in my senses and memory, and the feeling of Kylian kissing and touching me is lingering in my mind.
This is so strange. I couldn't say no to him at all, and I couldn't even care about Jackson on the other end of the phone.
I shouldn't be so obsessed. I mean, he's not my fated mate. I have no reason to do that.
I took a deep breath, not wanting to continue thinking about how angry Jackson would be.
After showering and after settling down on my bed, I grabbed my phone with great hesitation before I started browsing through my contacts.
When it landed on Jackson’s name, my heart beat rapid.
I knew he would be angry and scold me till my ear went off. God! I really didn't want to talk to my brother about it, but I couldn't avoid it. It’s better for me to talk with him now rather than later.
After much hesitation, I was finally able to muster up enough courage and dialed Jacson's number.
Instantly, he answered my call as if he'd been waiting for it for hours.
"Della! You finally got the time to contact me, huh?"
His voice was firm and calm. It's not what I expected but it definitely didn't erase my worry as well.
Taking a deep breath, I replied, "Hey, Jackson. I just got… a bit occupied."
There's no need for me to lie. I knew that he already had a hunch about what happened, and lying would only make the grave I dug even deeper.
"Occupied… Should I spell out what you were occupied about? I'm pretty sure with all that noise, it's something fun."
My face instantly reddened by his words.
'This is so embarrassing…' I thought to myself.
After a few seconds of silence between us, feeling that I had no plan to reply, he added in a low voice, "You promised me before you left. You said you'll divorce him and that's why you're there. Tell me, are there any changes of plan that I need to know about?"
That promise… How could I forget?
Swallowing, I replied. "I know. And there's no change of plan. What are you thinking? I'm just passing some time while I'm here."
"What a way to pass your time."
"Look, I'm just treating him as a sex toy, okay? I'm horny, he's there, so might as well–"
"For the love of the moon goddess, halt it! I don't want to hear such details from my sister!" he complained, but without much anger in his voice.
It's a little weird, but I couldn't help but be glad he wasn't too angry.
I shrugged and said, "Well you started it."
Sex toy… what a lame excuse. I knew well that I felt more feelings at that moment than just a simple orgasm then. But that's not something I'll ever admit.
Knowing and admitting were two different things. Once I admit it, it'll be more true. So true that it would cause changes.
In fact, back then, while I was being showered with his craving kisses and needing touches, I felt blissful. It's as though I was back on the days of our marriage when Flora wasn't back yet.
I was still lost in my thoughts when I heard Jackson again, "Anyway, how are you there? For real?"
Smiling from his concern, I merely gave him a general answer as to not worry or anger him from what happened earlier and yesterday. "I'm doing good. I'm handling things just well. Dont worry."
"I'm not worried," he jokingly said before adding, "Albert's the one who's been worried sick. You should call him."
"Albert?" I couldn't help but voice out, realizing I hadn't seen him for a while.
"Yeah, everyday, he'll ask how you are doing and that Fae and I can call him if you need help… That he'll always be there. He's a good lad, Della."
"He is…" I affirmed.
It was, without a doubt, that Albert was a really great man. Any woman would be lucky to have him as a lover. That's why it wasn't a surprise that my brother was acting as a wingman to get the two of us together.
I was no fool. I was also aware that he sees me more than a friend, but I just didn't feel the same way for him.
He's a great friend of mine, but because of his feelings for me, I knew that it would be best to distance myself from him and help him move on. I shouldn't keep him so close to me and lead him on, which would end up hurting him in the later time.
However, I couldn't help but get worried. He's my right hand man. I need his help to manage the territory and pack. I need him as I ascend to the throne which was why I was in dilemma.
"Are you still there?" Jackson asked.
"Yes… yes, he's a good man and a friend of mine. Don't worry, I'll contact him soon. Thanks," I said, emphasizing the word friends.
Laughing a bit, he said, "Fine, I won't insist. For now… You should go out more often. It will do you good and it's a better pass time."
I closed my eyes as I heard another teasing.
What a typical brother.
After that, I ended the call.
A few days had passed but I haven't seen Kylian again. Since the day he left after receiving a call that seemed important, he vanished.
Is it because I said I never wanted to see him again?
But that's...
Sure enough, men's attitudes are always changing. Before, since I came here, he would be waiting for me at my door. He continued doing that even if there were times that I wouldn't see him.
Saying I wasn't disappointed would be a lie. But on the other note, I knew that this would be for the best.
Sooner or later, we'll be divorced so it's no use getting used to his companionship.
"Is it because of Flora?" I whispered as I looked far at his house while I sat on the terrace of my place.
Just thinking that Flora might be the reason why he vanished, a familiar pung surged on any beart.
Lost in my thoughts and the surging heaviness in my heart, I remembered Jackson's suggestion – that I should go out more.
With that thought, I stood up and went out for a walk. Before I knew it, I was already by the garden.
I tried to admire the flowers, but my eyes subconsciously fell on the flower room not far ahead.
The passionate images of that day came back to my mind, Kylian's kiss and his muscles...
Oh stop Della.
I patted my hot face to wake myself up, thankful that no one saw my gaffe.
But then I discovered that there was someone else in the greenhouse.
The sounds of conversation and women's laughter came over, and I frowned in confusion. Kylian once said this greenhouse was built for me, who would be here?
I followed the voice and walked over. It was Kylian!
and……?
Next to him stood a woman wearing a long dress that clung to her body and outlined her figure. She covered her mouth with her hands and laughed while bending down and pressing her body against Kylian's arm.
The woman was enticingly beautiful. She didn't look like any other woman who's innocent and timid. In fact, she seemed mature.
She was sexy and beautiful, but she strikes me as offensive because Kylian allows her to be so close to him!
My approaching steps stopped in place, and I clenched my fists subconsciously.
Who was she? Why did she seem so close to Kylian?
Yes, I did expect that he wouldn't be with me because I expected him to be with Flora, his fated mate.
However, it never occured to me that there would be another woman coming into the picture.
'This is ridiculous!' I cursed silently, not noticing that my wolf roared as I did so.
Suddenly, the woman looked at my direction which instantly made me glance away.
Losing interest in taking a walk, I turned and was about to leave when I heard my name being called.
"Della!" The woman called out.
