Chapter 24
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My fare il burner from the humiliation of what had just happened. How dare make meat that way? How dare fe leak at me like that, tease me lika that, as if he rely actly what was going through my head?
He was playing with me. That much was clear. And the worst part? My traitorous body responded to hint.
Thatte him
abnost kissed him.
(bit my lip, trying to push down the strange heat still lingering in my stomach.
Thad bigger things to worry about. Damien had warned me to never forget my duties and, most importantly, not to get close to his brothers. And I would The to stay away anyway.
“Bethany,” a soft voice called from the hallway.
I turned to see a young maid standing there, her hands neatly folded in front of her. “Madam Katrina has requested your presence.”
frowned. Katrina?
The name sounded familiar. Then I remembered. She was the woman I had seen with the brothers before. What did she want with me? And who was she anyway? Was she one of the Alphas‘ women? A sister? A mate?
We’re their mates, Starlight growled.
I got led to a luxurious room in the east wing. It had everything, marble floors, silk curtains, and golden chandeliers. What in the world? Whoever Katrina was, she was someone important.
And that made me uneasy.
What if she was Damien’s woman? The thought left a bitter taste in my mouth.
The maid knocked once before stepping aside. “She’s here, Madam.”
The door swung open, and a tall, striking woman stepped into view.
Mairína.
She was beautiful, with dark, flowing hair and piercing blue eyes that assessed me from head to toe. She wore a silk robe that clung to her curves.
She smiled, but something was unsettling about it. “Ah, so you’re Bethany.”
I swallowed and bowed my head slightly. “Yes, Madam. You asked for me?”
Katrina tilted her head, her smile never faltering. I was curious. You see, I’ve heard whispers about you, and I wanted to see for myself.”
I stiffened. Whispers?
Katrina gracefully walked to the nearest couch and sat down, crossing her legs. Tell me, dear. What exactly are you to Alpha Damien?”
I hesitated. What was I supposed to say?
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Katrina’s eyes darkened with amusement. “His mald? That’s interesting. Damien doesn’t like people around him, especially not women. So why would he keep you?”
thad no answer. I had been wondering the same thing.
Katrina studied me for a moment before her hips curted into a smirk. “Tell me the truth. Are you his sex toy?”
inched. “No”
Her smirk deepened. “Then what are you?”
Istraightened my back. “I told you, I’m his maid.”
Katrina bummed, tapping her fingers against her knee. “Strange. Damien never keeps women around unless they serve a… particular purpose.”
Something about the way she spoke made my skin crawl.
Then she leaned forward, her expression turning smug. “Anyway, you may call me Katrina, I am the Alpha’s woman.”
Itrore. The Alpha’s woman?
My stomach twisted.
“You mean… Damien?” I asked hesitantly.
Katrina’s smile widened. “I mean all four of them. I’m the only woman in their lives–aside from the ones they use for pleasure.”
I clenched my fists. “Is that what you think of them? As toys?”
Katrina chuckled. “It’s what they are. And if you don’t want to end up like one of them, I suggest you remember your place, dear.”
Her words sent a shiver down my spine. She was warning me.
Katrina saw me as a threat and that could only mean trouble.
“Now,” Katrina said, standing up gracefully. “I have no more use for you. You may leave.”
I turned quickly on my heel and walked out without another word.
As soon as I stepped into the hallway, my body trembled with anger. Who does she think she is?
She acted as if she owned Damien. But if she did, then why had he been toying with me?
I shook my head, frustrated.
I had enough to worry about without getting caught in whatever web Katrina was weaving.
When I finally reached my room, I barely had time to process everything before Melanie’s voice broke through my thoughts.
“Why do you look like someone just took your loyer away?” she teased, her eyes twinkling.
I scowled. “Shut up, Mel. And I think I just made an enemy.”
She grinned, plopping down onto the bed.
“So, tell me…” she drawled, propping her head up with her hand. “What exactly does Alpha Damien make you do?”
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Ishot her a glare. “Nothing”
Melanie’s smirk widened. “Nothing? Oh, please, I’ve seen the way he looks at you. Like he wants to eat you alive.”
1 flushed. “Mel, stop.”
She ignored me, sitting up eagerly. “Wait… don’t tell me you’ve seen his dick?”
“Melanie!” I gasped, my face heating.
She clapped her hands together, eyes twinkling with mischief. “You have, haven’t you? Oh, my goddess. How big is it?”
I covered my face with my hands. “I am not discussing this with you.”
Melanie cackled. “Oh, come on! If a man like Damien strips down in front of you, you notice. And you-” She pointed a finger at me.“–noticed.”
I shook my head, refusing to engage.
But Melanie wasn’t done. She used her hands to gesture wildly. “Is it this big? Or this big?”
I groaned, face burning in embarrassment. “Mel, I swear to the moon-”
“Oh, don’t be a prude! Spill it.”
A beat of silence passed before I finally blurted, “It’s… big.”
Melanie gasped dramatically. “What?! Bethany, if that thing touches you, you’ll forget your name!”
“Okay, that’s enough!” I covered my ears, but she grabbed my wrists, forcing them away.
“No, no, you have to hear this. Imagine him-”
“Melanie!”
She cackled like a madwoman, finally letting me go.
I huffed, crossing my arms. “You’re ridiculous.”
Melanie just grinned. “And you love me for it.”
I rolled my eyes but couldn’t help the small smile tugging at my lips.
Then her expression darkened slightly. “By the way, did you mean ‘Katrina‘ earlier?”
Inodded. “Yeah. Do you know her?”
Melanie scoffed. “So that bitch is back?”
I blinked. “Bitch?”
Melanie nodded firmly. “Bethany, listen to me. Stay out of her way. And if you do cross paths, make sure she doesn’t figure out who you are.”
1 exhaled heavily. “Yeah… I think it’s too late for that.”
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