Chapter 28 : Who Do You Like ? Chapter 28 : Who Do You Like ? ( Scarletts POV ) Romans icy blue gaze burned into mine . His intense presence was absolutely suffocating , even as we lounged in the quiet of my villa living room . The space felt too small too heavy with his endless questions . You seem to have conveniently omitted a few details earlier , Little Wolf , he said , his voice steady but laced with threat . I tensed . His relentless probing wasnt letting up anytime soort I already knew that . What specifically are you accusing me of leaving out this time ? I asked , my tone cool , though internally , I was scrambling His lips curved into a humorless smirk . How about we revisit the matter of your fiancé ? The venom in the word Tiance was hard to miss . Cora shifted nervously beneath my skin , a low growl of unease teasing the edges of my mind . Roman leaned forward , his elbows resting on his knees , his ice blue eyes sharp as daggers . Why Alexander ? Why the Amber Pack , Scarlett ? Dont insult my intelligence with vague answers . I want the truth I swallowed hard , avoiding his intense stare . It wasnt about him , I said softly . It wasnt about wanting Alexander . It was about what that connection could protect me from , Protect you ? His voice dropped lower , almost predatory . He reached out , gripping my wrist and pulling me closer until we were nearly at eye level His dominance washed over me like an unrelenting wave . Dont lie to me , Little Wolf . Ive watched you lie since we were pups . Youre terrible at it . My breath hitched , and Cora whimpered faintly underneath my skin . Roman never let up , his grip on my wrist tightening just enough to feel controlling but not painful I sighed heavily , my voice cracking under his constant pressure . Fine ! You want the truth ? It was because of the Morrisons . I thought if I kept a low enough profile , if I blended into where I was needed Id avoid their attention . Avoid suspicion . Romans grip didnt ease . If anything , it grew firmer as his brow furrowed , his ice blue stare colder than ever . So sacrificing your independence for a political engagement was easier than confiding in me ? His tone was laced with anger and something worse disappointment . You werent there , Roman ! I snapped , my frustration boiling over . My voice wavered as I continued . had t had to make decisions in the moment- decisions you didnt have time to consult on because you were trying to maintain the Thorn Packs stability ! He didnt interrupt , didnt even blink . Just continued staring at me with unwavering intensity . The Amber Pack gave me a way to look weak , I admitted quietly , my voice soft but tinged with bitter resignation made myself look untouchable through submission . And it worked , Roman . The Morrisons didnt make a move until much later when you took them down . Silence filled the room , heavy and suffocating , Romans proximity didnt ease as he processed my words. I could see his wolf Logan flash brightly in his expression for a moment before restraint returned . Finally , he let go of my wrist , though his hand lingered against my shoulder . The faint bruising pressure he left there was almost comforting . Youre lucky that strategy didnt backfire completely , he said , his voice stripped down to raw honesty . Because to me , it just looked like abandonment His words stabbed deeper than they should have . My chest tightened painfully , but there was no time to wallow . Roman wasnt going to let me Never lie to me again , Scarlett , he growled before leaning back in his seat . For the first time , I saw faint satisfaction pooling beneath his rage , like something primal in him had been temporarily appeased by my truth . But something flickered in his icy blue eyes possessiveness . And it scared me . ( Alexanders POV ) Graces shallow breaths filled the sacred healing den like broken whispers of glass . Her pale skin flushed with sickly hues as beads of sweat poured down her face . She was muttering incoherently , her voice hoarse and labored . The sight of her twisted in pain filled my chest with a suffocating heaviness . You Like ? This shouldnt be happening . I snapped , pacing furiously as my gaze flicked toward Sarah kust yesterday , she was sti happened ? Sarah looked equally distraught , her fingers clenching onto the back of an ornate chair the opened her mouth to answer but stopped when Grace len out a strangled cry I immediately moved to her side , gently cupping her face . Toice I whispered , my voice dipping low trying to soothe her Hold on Say with me ? Her dul blue eyes cracked open , her trembling lips forming my name . Alexander My entire chest clenched as she reached for my wrist , her touch leather light and hesitant . I turned to the healers with barely restrained fury . Where the hell is Hazel the couldve stopped this hours ago One of the lead healers stepped forward nervously Alpha , shes returned to Europe . We- I know where the damn healer is barked , my voice reverberating with Masons power . But why havent ANY of you found someone capable of treating her here ? Sarah pressed a steadying hand against Graces forehead , her expression flickering between grief and determination . She finally turned to me , her voice trembling . Alexander , you need to convince Scarlett to recall Hazel . Shell listen to you Her words struck a nerve I wanted to lash out . To scream and snarl that Scarlett was not the solution to everything . That Scarlett wasnt someone I could just command anymore . But Graces trembling body anchored my fury Instead , I let out a guttural growl and stormed out of the healing den , slamming the door behind me . My breathing was shallow as I fought to control Masons growing rage inside me . What choice did have ? Scarlett wouldnt forgive me . Shed already blocked me everywhere , and even when I tried through Jason , she didnt engage . How the hell was i supposed to convince her of anything ?! Still , Graces agonized cries echoed in my mind , more relentless than my frustration . Through gritted teeth, I grabbed my phone and steadied my trembling fingers long enough to dial . Scarlett , I hissed quietly into the ringing tone . Answer me . ( Scarletts POV ) The vibration of my phone shattered the uneasy tension between Roman and me . His sharp game landed on it as I pulled it out hesitantly The name flashing across the screen made me grimace . Alexander . Without a second thought , I hit decline . Romans eyebrow lifted dangerously , his face painted with a silent but unmistakable question Not important , I muttered , stuffing the phone back into my pocket . I didnt want anyone disturbing us . He released a faint hum , somewhere between amusement and approval , his head tilting slightly Good . Youve finally got your prorities right Or so I thought . The phone buzzed again , louder this time . A faint growl escaped Romans throat as he swiftly reached for it , snatching it from my hand before I could stop him . Roman , dont- But it was too late . He answered with deliberate calm , his tone icy as steel . Scarletts occupied A strained , weary voice croaked through the receiver Alexander , I didnt need to listen to the words to know from his tone that he was pleading Anything you want Alexanders voice rasped . Its yours whatever price you name 1 sign it awa Romars jaw tightened visibly , his icy blue eyes darkening with disdain . Just bring Hazel back . The eline wen went dead as Roman ended the call without a second thought Chapter fe You Like ? He tossed the phone back into my lap , his piercing gaze cutting through me with clear judgment . Pathetic , he muttered . Offering scraps like that . You deserve better groveling attempts than this . I didnt respond immediately , too caught between panic and embarrassment over the interaction . It isnt like that , I blurted desperately Alexander only says those things for himself . None of it is motivated by … affection . Roman didnt look convinced . His piercing gaze softened just enough to switch from judgment to something more curious . His next question came low and steady . So , you dont like your fiancé now ? Then tell me . Scarlett- His thumb brushed the edge of my jaw lightly , a calculated smirk forming as he leaned in , dangerous and close . who do you like ? Encounters Title: Accidentally Pregnant, Forever Spoiled Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance, CEO, Sweet Romance, Modern, Romantic, Hidden Feelings, Mansion, Office, Glow-Up Status: ongoing In "Accidentally Pregnant Forever Spoiled" by CrushReel, Ella's journey unfolds amidst the complexities of family dynamics. 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