Bonded to My Ex's Alpha Brother (by CalebWhite) novel Chapter 153

Chapter 153

Derek’s POV

I drove through the empty streets toward Darkwood Estate. My knuckles were white from gripping the steering wheel, the leather creaking under the pressure. Without warning, I slammed my fist against the wheel, the impact reverberating throughout the cabin.

“Damn it!” I roared, my voice echoing like thunder in the enclosed space.

I could still smell her–Erin’s scent lingering in the car like a ghost, tormenting me with every breath. Sweet, delicate, with that unique fragrance of wildflowers.

I twisted the family silver ring off my finger, rolling it between my thumb and forefinger, watching it glint under the passing streetlights. For generations, this ring had symbolized the Pack Alpha’s authority. Yet tonight, that authority had been challenged by a girl–an Omega, a girl who dared to look me in the eyes and refuse me.

The traffic light ahead turned red. I braked sharply, my breathing heavy and uneven. Without thinking, I pressed the button to lower the window, letting the cold rain splash against my face. The shock was welcome–anything to cool the fire her defiance had ignited in my blood.

Closing my eyes briefly, I could see her again. standing in that silver–blue gown I had specifically chosen for her, moonlight outlining the elegant curve of her neck, tears glistening in those amber eyes as she told me she would never

submit. Never be mine.

My wolf howled in protest, clawing inside me, demanding I turn around and reclaim what it believed rightfully belonged to ús. The primitive part of me wanted to track her, find her, mark her thoroughly so she would never again question to

whom she belonged.

The light turned green, and I accelerated too quickly, the tires momentarily skidding on the wet asphalt. With my agitation, Erin’s scent seemed to grow stronger, as if the car itself was tormenting me. My wolf paced restlessly beneath my skin, eager to break free, to run back to her, to claim ownership.

I wanted her. Needed her. The realization was both terrifying and undeniable.

And she had walked away from me.

The private wine cellar beneath Darkwood Estate was located on the basement level, protected by biometric security systems that allowed entry only to those I personally approved. The central space featured a black obsidian table crafted by top Italian designers, surrounded by temperature–controlled walls of wine cabinets housing some of the world’s rarest

vintages.

I sat at the head of the table, spinning a/crystal cup with Habiki in it. The amber liquid caught the ligh chandelier overhead, shimmering like molten gold.

m the crystal

Mark stood by one of the wine cabinets, casually examining a bottle, occasionally glancing in my direction. Tom lounged on an imported leather sofa at the far end of the cellar, his posture relaxed but his eyes alert.

“Your aura is always difficult to approach during the full moon,” Mark observed, gently swirling his whiskey glass, “but tonight it’s particularly glacial.” He took a careful sip, his eyes never leaving my face. “Does that Blackwood girl really have such power to disturb the Pack Alpha’s emotions?”

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Chapter 153

I slammed my glass down on the temperature–controlled counter with enough force to make the glass doors vibrate, She dared…” I paused, the memory of her challenging gaze making my wolf restless beneath my skin. She looked at me as if were some kind of monster. As if I were something to be feared, rather than the Alpha of Darkwood.”

Mark’s lips curved into a knowing smile. “Erin Blackwood, the jewel of the Blackwood family… I take it the date at Moonlight Restaurant didn’t go well? She actually refused you?”

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