An Enemy Called Mate

ZIVA

No, no, calling Alpha Xander’s name loudly will be termed as being disrespectful, and I can get punished for it.

Sigh… I guess the last option is to meet him, and explain what happened. Maybe he can help me to call or mind link Anji to help me with my dress.

Calculating my steps, I carefully walked towards Alpha Xander. Upon reaching his side, I faked a smile, and voiced out, “Excuse me, can I borrow my husband?”

Then, the two Alphas beside Alpha Xander chuckled loudly, and one of them muttered, “Of course, you can.”

He and the other Alpha walked away, chuckling loudly at my statement. As soon as they were out of my sight, I turned to Alpha Xander, attempting to speak with him.

But before I could open my mouth, Alpha Xander whispered with a raspy tone, “What is wrong with you?! Didn’t you see that I was speaking with important guests?!”

“I apologize, but I need your help. I-”

He interrupted, “I am not interested in helping you. Sort yourself out, I have some important things to do.”

With that, he turned around and he took a step.

No, he is the only one left to help. He will be more annoyed if other guests find out about my ripped dress.

By the time I took a glance at him, he was far away from me. What now?

Hastily, I tried to reach him before I lost him to the crowd.

Pop!

No! No! Not again!

My dress ripped again, this time farther than my upper hip.

I can’t cover everything!! ~

Without thinking twice, I ran toward Alpha Xander and covered my back with his back, my shoulder hitting his back.Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

“I’m sorry, but I need this for now.” I pleaded, hoping that he would not move.

“What is the meaning of all this?!” He thundered in response, causing everyone to face us. Everyone’s gaze fell on me, as they gazed at me warily.

Suddenly, Alpha Xander moved away from me, and I didn’t know what to do. I had to cover myself. As soon as Alpha Xander turned around, I bumped into him deliberately, attempting to cover my ripped dress.

“You-!” He yelled, and he became mute, maybe because of the crowd that was watching us. I used that opportunity to speak with him.

“So sorry. My dress tore,” I whispered quickly. Instead of helping me, he pushed me slightly, causing me to move away from him.

Sob, sob… My underwear will be exposed. I closed my eyes, not wanting to see everyone’s face while they gossiped about my underwear.

Then, warm, muscular hands touched me, and I opened my eyes, only for my gaze to fall on the crowd who gazed at me with awe and astonishment in their eyes. Some ladies’ jaw dropped upon seeing me, and I felt like I was a picture of great value that everyone was watching.

Wait a minute… Didn’t they see my ripped dress? And the muscular arms… Whose arms were those?

I looked up, my gaze meeting those piercing blue eyes that sparkled lovingly. Alpha Xander’s arm was around me and we were in the center of the crowd. Alpha Xander let go of me with a twist from his grip. I rolled onto the other side, and in a second, he dragged me to himself.

A clap of applause filled the air at that moment, and I realized that we were actually dancing.

Phew! My back was fully covered by Alpha Xander’s body.

Suddenly, he gently removed the jacket he wore from his shoulders. As he draped the jacket over my shoulders, the ballroom was filled with oohs and aahs.

The jacket fell just above my knees, hiding the rip in my dress. I could feel the fabric of Alpha Xander’s tuxedo jacket against my skin, and I inhaled the musky scent of his cologne.

Afterward, we greeted and thanked all the Alphas and Lunas who attended our union ceremony. Their luxurious cars drove through the tall, iron gate without wasting any time.

As soon as the driveway was empty without any cars, the ballroom was also empty. But there were few Omegas there who were cleaning the ballroom.

I recalled how Alpha Xander gave me his jacket. I should thank him. I faced him, and muttered sweetly, “Thank you.”

Instead of the loving smile he had on his face throughout the union ceremony, Alpha Xander’s eyebrows were furrowed like the sharp claws of an eagle.

He replied quickly, “Don’t repeat the nonsense you acted earlier. You will be punished severely if such happens again.”

“I understand-” Before I could complete my statement, Alpha Xander stormed away from my presence, leaving me in the empty ballroom as cold enveloped me.

“Why is he always coldhearted towards me anyway?” I muttered to myself, as I glanced at Alpha Xander’s retreating back.

“Hey!” A feminine voice yelled. I turned around, spotting Anji in her beautiful, simple dress.

“Why is the dress torn?” She yelled with annoyance tinged in her tone as she approached me hurriedly. She must have noticed the split from the end of Alpha Xander’s jacket.

“Finally, you appeared. I could have been disgraced before the guests because of this dress you chose,” I complained, meanwhile, she let out a huff.

“You should be grateful I chose it. Do you know how expensive and beautiful it is? Did you even see how everyone was stealing glances at it… even Alpha Xander?”

I turned around to leave, but her statement caused me to stop in my tracks. Turning back, my cheeks heated into a blush, and I questioned Anji, “Really? Did Alpha Xander stare at me?”

“Yes,” Anji replied, then she paused, “But why do you sound excited about that?”

“Nothing… And I was not excited at all. It was just a question.”

“I hope you remember your deal with Alpha Darwin…”

“Deal? How did you know?” I questioned, creasing my brows. Is she Alpha Darwin’s spy who is pretending to be my assistant?

“I was aware of it. Also, there is one thing you should always remember… Never fall in love with your enemy,” Anji spoke, sounding strict and sincere as she said her last statement slowly and clearly.