Chapter 20 Court of Confrontation : The Alpha's Rising Flame Chapter 20 Court of Confrontation : The Alpha's Rising Flame . The door opened , and Tessa saw York walking in , holding a bouquet of vibrant red roses . She frowned . What is he doing here ? Haven't I made my denterest clear enough ? 76 % +5 Free Coins " Ms. Sinclair , remember me ? I heard you weren't feeling well , so I came right over to check on you . Are you okay ? " York had taken Queenie to school carlier when he overheard her mention Tessa being in the hospital . Immediately intrigued , he dug up Tessa's location . Despite her tarnished reputation and lack of a wolf , her beauty was undeniable . That face , that figure … She's exactly my type . I have to have her . " And you are ? " Tessa asked coldly , She didn't even want to waste energy pretending to be polite , " I'm York ! From the national basketball team , " York said proudly . " I couldn't stand the thought of you being here alone , so I took the day off to keep you company ." That's unnecessary . You can leave now . Tessa's tone was sharp . Someone who was with Queenie couldn't possibly be worthwhile . " Tessa . it was love at first sight ! Please , give me a chance I'll prove my sincerity to you , York said , attempting his most charming smile . This man is revolting . Tessa's frown deepened . " Aren't you Queenie's boyfriend ? How can you say something like that to me without feeling ashamed ? " " Queenie is just clingy . You wouldn't believe how desperate she can be. Don't worry - I'll set things straight with her , " York replied smoothly . Compared to Tessa's elegance , Queenie seemed plain and unremarkable . " That's your problem , not mine . " " Tessa , I'll show you how much I care . " " You can go now , " Tessa said , her patience wearing thin Her dismissiveness only fueled York's interest . She's got fire . I love a challenge . As soon as York left , Landon returned , his sharp gaze immediately landing on the bouquet of roses on Tessa's bedside table . " Someone came by ? " he asked , his tone neutral but probing Trash . Tessa replied bluntly . Her disdain for York was unmistakable . " Hmm . " Landon picked up the roses , walked over to the trash can , and dropped them it without hesitation . Tessa didn't object . 1/3 TICU , APIE E Chapter 20 Court of Confrontation : The Alpha's Rising Flame By noon , Tessa convinced the doctor to discharge her . +5 Free Colos Landon , noticing how much she disliked the hospital , personally handled the paperwork and drove her back to Wisteria Apartment . Once alone , Tessa summoned Emma , her wolf , and quickly healed herself fully . That afternoon , now completely recovered , Tessa insisted on going to school with Ysabel When they arrived , Queenie was waiting at the entrance with a group of her friends , glaring at Tessa like she was public enemy number one . Tessa , stop right there ! " Queenie yelled , her voice trembling with anger . Earlier , York had broken up with Queenie , saying he was in love with Tessa and couldn't continue their relationship . Queenie was both heartbroken and furious . It must be that shameless Tessa's fault ! She seduced York and made him leave me ! Tessa ignored her , walking past with Ysabel . Her indifference only infuriated Queenie further . Fuming . Queenie grabbed a basketball and hurled it directly at Tessa . " Tessie , watch out ! " Ysabel shouted , instinctively stepping in to shield Tessa . Tessa reacted quickly , pulling Ysabel aside as the basketball narrowly missed her and bounced away . Tessa turned to face Queenie , her expression cold and unamused . " Queenie , are you insane ? " Queenie's face twisted with rage . " I warned you , Tessal Stop trying to steal my boyfriend ! You're the one who started this ! " " Tessa , you're so shameless ! How could you go after Queenie's boyfriend after they've been together for a month ? " " She's just like that - always going after men ! " " Yeah , with looks like hers , it's all she's good for . " Tessa's lips curled into a smirk . " Queenie , you're on the basketball team , right ? " " What's it to you ? " " You're looking at our team captain ! " one of Queenie's friends boasted . " Perfect , " Tessa said , her voice calm but cutting- " What's that supposed to mean ? Are you challenging her ? You ? A wolf - less loser who probably doesn't even know how to dribble ? " 2/3 16:56 Wed , Apr 16 G. Chapter 20 Court of Confrontation : The Alpha's Rising Flame " Exactly . All you know is how to throw yourself at me . You're in no position to compete with us . Tessa bent down , picking up the basketball Queenie had thrown . " Five of you . Let's play ," she said , her tone dripping with quiet confidence . ¥ : 75 % 童 5 Free Colms She had planned to ignore them entirely , but Queenic had nearly hurt Ysabel . Now , Tessa decided they deserved a lesson .