Alpha Of Darkness And The Half-Breed Healer

GAEL’S POV

“Is it just me, or do you appear different? You are smiling more lately.” Ezra observed as we looked through the export files of the pack.

I sniffed, trying to mask my expression. “Well, can’t one be happy?”

Ezra snickered, “You don’t even get excited when you are fucking different women. That’s how hard it is to make you appreciate your essence of existence.”

I guess Nia is doing a good job making me feel fulfilled then. I want to boast to Ezra badly about my relationship with her. I know why she is insistent on not showing off just yet. I have set aside some cash to help my concubines be independent when they leave. It took me a long while to give in to the decision. I had to choose between being happy with Nia over tens of concubines I had no connection with.

Since I ended up with Nia, no one has been able to pull my interest. For weeks now, I haven’t called out to any of them, and Gemma is brewing up a storm of questioning as to why I am no longer paying her any attention.

“Say whatever you want. I will be sending off my concubines.” I announced.

He stared at me like I had grown two heads. “Is this some joke? You are letting them go?”

“Yes,” I stated firmly.

“Wait a minute. Is there something you aren’t telling me?”

“Yes, I think I am in love. And to prove what I am truly feeling, I need to get rid of the clogs and distractions.”

“Unbelievable! I never thought I would see this day.” Ezra teased. “so, who is this person that has decided to carry your baggage.”

I glared at him. “what do you mean by baggage?”

“You are a fucking piece of work, man. Don’t start to act like I am speaking gibberish.”

“You are.” I snorted.Belonging © NôvelDram/a.Org.

Ezra laughed, tapping on the table. “whoever it is, I will get to meet them eventually. For now, I am just happy that you are finally seeing life in a different light. I will gladly run your errands for you. What will it be?”

“You are the main man.” I complimented.

“I have always known.” He boasted.

“You are so foolish.” I retorted.

“Just have them called to one room, and my assistant will have their envelopes handed over to them. Say something nice, and I guess everyone will be fine.”

“Do you think money solves everything?”

I shook my head, “No, I know it doesn’t. But gaining their freedom and ending up with some cash to start afresh. I want to believe I have played well.”

“Well, on second thought, that’s brave if you are to let them go and not keep them on a leash while you get to live happily.”

“It was either that or I would lose her. I had to make a choice.”

Ezra held up a sheepish grin. “I feel like I know where all of this conversation ends. But I will keep my cool and leave it to you to decide.” He said, wiggling his brows.

I often hate that he can read me so much, which can be annoying. “I will pretend you didn’t just try to seduce me right now.”

He let out his tongue, “seducing you will be too much of a waste of time. I would rather spend my precious time on something else.”

“You talk too much for your good. How are you doing, though? I get so engrossed with my issues that I almost forget I must be responsible for you.”

“Oh, my. What a remarkable friend.” He taunted.

“Do you always have to be a nuisance and ruin moments?” I scoffed.

“I am only doing what you would have done. Anyway, I am good. Life is good. Being Beta isn’t all that bad. To cap it all, Perry and I got closer on her recent return home. I’m fine as it is.”

“I’m thrilled you are. We should-” I didn’t get to finish my sentence because of the violent opening of the door giving way to a vicious-looking Gemma.

Ezra thinned his lips. “This is my cue to stay far away from here. Call me if your heart fails.”

“Like I would have hands to do so.” I smacked my lips as he hurried off.

“What the fuck was that message for, Gael?” She bellowed.

I relaxed into the chair, biting on my lower lip. Last night, after Nia fell asleep in my arms. I made another decision to cut off Gemma. It was due for a long time; my covetousness wouldn’t let me reason right. Which is why I texted her to end whatever might be going on between us. Just as predicted, she isn’t taking it lightly.

“I’m sure you can read well. It’s not science-just pure, simple English. Let’s end whatever it is we share. You and I know this wouldn’t lead anywhere in the first place. We should put an end to it.”

“All of a sudden?” She queried, squinting her eyes at me. “For the past few weeks, you have been acting quite unfamiliar, and now you are cutting me off without prior notice? Since when has this been on your mind?”

“Do I have to explain myself to you? Who are you to question my decision? The only reason I am giving you this much audience is because of how long our family has come together. If it were any other person, I would have them tossed out of here in a second. Don’t make this hard; let’s part on a good note. I am sure the one your dad has chosen for you would love you with all of his heart without hesitation. I’m not the one for you.”

Gemma stomped her feet hard on the floor. I’m sure her heel must have dug a hole into it. “Who are you to decide if you are the one for me? It’s my life, and I can live it how I decide. And it has to be by your side until the end of time.” She wailed, ruining her make-up.

“Just like you have the right to live the way you choose. So do I. And I have decided that I want to end whatever is between us. You are always welcome to the pack house. You will no longer have access to me unless you have an issue with the pack council. I don’t understand why you are refusing to see this, Gemma. All that we shared is nothing but toxic. I only enjoyed your company because of the attention you were always willing to give, even at your inconvenience. It felt good at one point; now, I feel like the world’s most notorious criminal. You don’t deserve such treatment. I am sorry.”

“But I am not complaining.”

I threw my hands in frustration, “Just because you don’t want to see the truth doesn’t mean it’s not there. Stop being so adamant and let this slide. Have a good life, Gemma.”

She ran towards me, cupping my face in her palm. “talk to me, baby. Is there something you need me to do? Is this some prank? I will do whatever you ask of me. Just don’t tell me it’s over, please, Gael. I bet my life on you.”

The raw emotions in her eyes scared me, and the reality of my actions dawned on me all at once. I have done nothing but cage these women, all in a bid to feel good about myself. I took off her hand slowly.

“Please, Gemma. Don’t do this to yourself. I am sorry, and I will apologize all over again. But please don’t try to save what is lost. Please.” I begged.

“No, Gael. I don’t understand what this is all about. But this is not you. The Gael I know will never say something like that to me. It’s fine if you shun me or talk to me rudely. I will take up everything in good stride because you will call for me. I have dedicated my entire life to you, Gael. You can’t do this to me.”

My emotions were jumbling now. I hate explaining myself to people. “Gemma, I was never going to marry you, and you knew it!”

“Why?” She screamed. “We are couples, aren’t we? What else do you need to make me Luna? What? I have been by your side the longest, even when you put up a despicable attitude. I turned against my father for you, and now you want to toss me aside? I know this is all just some kind of joke. I will come back, and we will talk about this calmly. It doesn’t end here. We are to be together. I am not giving up on you, baby. You can bet with me on that. I love you.”

She didn’t even let me say something before she stormed off. I pulled at my hair in frustration. What was I expecting in the first place? She definitely wouldn’t make it easy for me. Taking in a deep breath, I nodded to myself. It is a step to putting an end to it all. So it’s okay. I can handle this.

I hope I can.