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When Alpha Kilian turned around, his eyes burned with a fiery hatred, their glow reminiscent of a full moon casting an eerie light upon the night. It was a hatred so intense, it felt as if it could devour everything in its path.
Zachary’s lips curled into a sly smile, tauntingly reflecting the anger that emanated from Alpha Kilian. It was as if he delighted in provoking the formidable Alpha, matching his glowing eyes with his own mischievous twinkle.
But in the next breath, Alpha Kilian’s rage transformed into a chilling laughter. “Ah, it seems you’ve been paying quite close attention to my affairs, Alpha Lucas.”
Zachary’s reply came with a hint of amusement. “I wouldn’t say I’ve been paying extra attention. Your cruelty just has a way of sending shivers down my spine.”
The menacing threat in Alpha Kilian’s voice made Zachary narrow his eyes once more. “Be careful not to cross me, Zachary. If you do, I might unleash a wrath so powerful, it will send a bone-chilling chill down every inch of your body.”
Those words only served to further darken Zachary’s gaze.
Alpha Kilian’s mocking grin accompanied his next words. “And one more thing, since you seem so heartbroken for her, why don’t you be her hero and save her? May you both find a lifetime of happiness together.”
With that, Alpha Kilian turned away, taking hold of Nelly and Donna’s hands before entering the building. Tony and Ben raised their brows in confusion before following suit.
Left alone in the dark street, Zachary’s gaze turned cold as he watched them depart.
Meanwhile, inside the elevator, Alpha Kilian clenched his jaw, exuding an aura of intense hostility.
Donna, sensing her father’s anger, cautiously reached out and tugged at his sleeve. “Daddy, are you angry?”
Quickly readjusting his demeanor, Alpha Kilian turned to Donna with a smile and a lie. “Not at all, my dear. I triumphed in every round, so there’s no reason for anger.”
It was not until Donna heard those words that she sighed in relief. However, she couldn’t help but comment, “Well, considering how furious you made Alpha Zach, I suppose it’s understandable that he acted mean.”
Alpha Kilian scoffed at her words. “He got what was coming to him.”
Pouting, Donna complained in a childish tone, “And another thing, Daddy, shouldn’t you consider my well-being even when putting up a charade with my brother? I already declined the gift, so why must you insist on exposing my lies? It was so awkward for me!”
Alpha Kilian couldn’t contain his amusement at the thought. “I apologize, my dear. Next time, I’ll give you a heads up before pulling a stunt like that.”
“No, there won’t be a next time,” Donna insisted firmly.
Smiling at his daughter’s reaction, Alpha Kilian was rather pleased. However, Tony turned to him, frowning slightly. “So… is what Zachary said true?”
Alpha Kilian shifted his gaze to Tony, a different shimmer in his eyes as he replied, “What do you think?”
Baffled by the response, Tony frowned. He was about to answer when a mischievous grin spread across Alpha Kilian’s face. “Call me ‘Daddy’ again, and I’ll reveal the truth.”
Speechless, Tony blushed, vivid red coloring his cheeks. He never expected Alpha Kilian to pay attention to such a slip of words. The awkwardness of the situation hung heavy in the air.
Alpha Kilian’s charming smile only grew wider, as if finding joy in this unexpected turn of events. Though Zachary’s presence had brought unwelcome feelings, it couldn’t be denied that it had brought some unexpected benefits.
The simple act of Tony addressing him as “Daddy” was enough to compensate for the discomfort Zachary had caused.
A few pairs of eyes lingered on Tony, watching his flushed face intently.
“Tony, are you going to start calling him Daddy too?” Donna asked curiously.Content from NôvelDr(a)ma.Org.
Overwhelmed by embarrassment, Tony quickly escaped the elevator, as if fleeing from the teasing that might follow. Ben, not wanting to be next in line, hurriedly followed suit.
Donna and Alpha Kilian exchanged playful glances as they witnessed the boys’ reactions. It was an unspoken communication between them, and they couldn’t help but smile.
As Nelly walked past them, observing their happiness, she couldn’t help but interject. “Aren’t you celebrating a bit too soon?”
Alpha Kilian met her comment with a grin. “Is it too early?”
Nelly answered with certainty before she too exited the elevator, leaving only the father and daughter behind. “Yes, obviously.”
Alpha Kilian sighed, the mention of Nelly bringing forth a heaviness in his heart. “Shouldn’t you ask your mother about that? I hardly seem like the one who gets to decide.”
Donna blinked, realizing the truth in his words. “But… you and Mommy are already sharing a room. Why hasn’t she taken you back?”
“It’s a strange situation, isn’t it? Sometimes Nelly can be incredibly erratic,” Alpha Kilian complained, feigning disappointment.
“Nelly is not irresponsible!” Donna defended her mother. “Daddy, did you do something to upset Nelly again?”
Alpha Kilian sighed, his face filled with resignation. “Perhaps you should ask her yourself. It’s not my place to say.”