Chapter 12

Graciella's POV

"You again"? I muttered in disbelief. Why do I see him everywhere? I dropped on my knees out of exhaustion and collapsed on the ground. I feel at ease seeing him here but I couldn't help but feel frightened.

He came closer to me and gently lifted me on the ground carrying me like a baby. I didn't have the strength to protest as I stared at his radiant blue eyes. I couldn't help but admire his oval face and sharp jawline with his shiny black hair which is perfectly styled. He looks so innocent that I wouldn't believe his history. I rested my head on his chest feeling so exhausted and helpless. He climbed up the stairs and carried me to a room, dropping me on the bed gently. He turned and went out of the room probably to get something. I felt my eyes closing and I realized I could go into a deep sleep anytime soon.

Is he really my mate? Should I accept him? We are both passing through the same thing, discrimination. I'm sure my father won't bother looking for me. Five days in the bush has been hell. No food to eat and no comfortable place to take some rest. Hell for me who has lived her whole life in a castle.

The door opened and he came in with a glass of water. He came closer and gently raised me up, giving me the water. I gulped it down and laid back on the bed. I was no longer frightened by him. He helped me when my family resented me.

"You won't hurt me right". I said, looking at him. He smiled and came closer to me, crashing his lips on mine. His lips were soft and tasted like raspberries. I was scared I might eat them. I felt his tongue touch mine, electricity sparked through my body. I'm not really a great kisser so I let him take over. I shut my eyes and enjoyed the flavor.

We finally unlocked the kiss and my breathing was tense, my eyes locked into his which seemed to have twinkles in them. I felt my eyes getting weak and slowly, darkness took over me.

I woke up to a strange room with definitely no idea where I was. I couldn't remember a thing. I stood up and went closer to the window staring at the jungle in front of me. Romeo! Alpha Romeo! I gasped and dropped back on the bed. I mentally facepalmed myself when I remembered the kiss.

I heard some movement in the bathroom and looked up at the door. Suddenly, the bathroom door opened and he came out with a towel wrapped around his waist which hung quite low. I tried to divert my attention from his smoking hot body but couldn't look elsewhere.

He caught me staring! I looked away, shyly and stared at my feet nervously. He went over to the closet and got dressed.

"Are you feeling good? '' He asked, coming closer. I nodded, not looking at him. He sighed "You should come downstairs to eat breakfast after taking your bath". He said and went out, closing the door behind him. I heaved a sigh of relief and stood up to get my business done.

After eating, I decided to take a walk around the castle. It was a very big one and wide. So magnificent. I didn't have the time to admire it yesterday when I was brought in.

Is his temperament that bad? No maids in the house, just him? I noticed a garden and sat down on the bench while admiring it. I felt a presence and the space beside me was taken. I glanced at him and averted my gaze. We were still awkward to each other.

"What were you doing in the bush yesterday"?

I sighed and replied "I ran away from home. Have been in the bush for five days or more if I am not wrong".

He turned and glanced at me surprised at my confession "Why"? He asked.

"I was resented by my father. He hate me now that am useless and wolfless" I said tears threatening to spill out. He scoffed and turned away. "I wasn't the one at fault. He told me he's going to love me no matter what but he broke his promise". Remembering what happened then made tears fall from eyes. I was hurt. George was the only one who loved me.

He came closer to me, filling the space between us and made me rest on his shoulder. I cried while wetting his clothes with my tears and smut while he patted my back not feeling bothered by it.

I calmed down later on and accepted my fate. I promise I will never shed tears on them.
"So, are you staying here"? He asked. I stood up and faced him "Where else do you want your mate to stay"? I asked before realizing what I said. He smiled and stood up "You can stay here. I'm not objecting. It's big enough for both of us and our kids".

I gasped at his words, so shameless. "Just because I'm staying here doesn't mean I accept you as my mate". I said and sat down. I noticed his eyes fell on my words. I'm surprised I am no more scared of him than before. Would I really accept him?

"You won't. Is there no hope?".

"Hun"?

"You should give me some hope to hang on that you will accept. I really love you Graciella, I do". He said and sat beside me.

"I'm saying this not because I am desperate or need someone in my life but because I really love you. I yearn for you likewise my wolf. I may be cursed but I promise to give you everything you want. I'm trying to get hold of my anger and I'm trying. Please accept me". He said and I felt pity for me. He took hold of my hand and looked me directly in the eye.

I do notice I react to his touch and now am no more scared of him, do I really like him? I withdrew my hand from his and looked elsewhere. "I will think about it". I muttered silently. He was silent for some minute not until I heard a growl. I flinched and stood up and kept my distance from him. He was all red, the once striking blue eyes had turned deep red. I became scared and panicky. He stood up and broke the chair. My breath quickened and I became confused on what to do.

"Romeo! Romeo, please stop". I voiced out. He calmed down for a minute and looked at me with pain, he turned and scurried back to the castle.

I looked around scared and unsettled. What should I do? His anger is something else. This chair is made of oak, very strong and he broke it like nothing. I'm sure he is bleeding. I can't leave him in that state. What if he hurt himself?

I ran after him but couldn't find him in the living room. I ran upstairs to his room hoping to find him there. I pushed open the door and met him sitting down on the bed looking dejected. I went closer to him and noticed he hurt his hand.

"I'm sorry about earlier". I said and picked up his hand inspecting the wound. "Where is the first aid kit"? I asked. He pointed it to me. I went over to the cupboard and brought it out. I sat down beside him and cleaned his wounds.

"I'm sorry too. I shouldn't have reacted that way". He said.

"It's nothing". I replied not looking at him. After cleaning it, I returned the kit and sat down beside him. "I'm glad you were able to control yourself". I said.

I went closer and hugged him. "It's okay. I'm staying here with you. Please give me some time". I said and disengaged from the hug.

"Yes, I sho…" He was about to say when his phone rang disrupting our conversation. "Excuse me". He said and stood up to pick the call.

I looked at him standing at the balcony, receiving a call. The curse just needs to be lifted, if lifted, he will be the perfect mate ever.