Chapter 0097 Ella POV I hadnt attended the carnival in the capital in a very long time .
In fact , I hadnt even realized it was coming up until Alexander invited me to go with him .
At first , I couldnt picture someone like him at a carnival with children running around , people eating cotton candy , and playing silly games in an attempt to win cute plushies .
The capital held this carnival every year .
It was an opportunity for all of the packs to come together and celebrate the end of summer before the cold weather set in .
Each pack , even the smallest , sponsored a ride or a game , usually something related to their strengths or what they were famous for .
Our pack had a sweet pastry booth to showcase our most popular recipes and sponsored a Ferris wheel .
Alexanders pack sponsored the carousel , a shooting game and a kebab stand .
As we made our way through the carnival , I had asked if he was obligated to attend to check in on hed only smiled at me .
his pack , but Now , an hour later , we were strolling hand in hand along the outskirts of the carnival grounds .
The excited screams of children and the mouthwatering smells of fried foods filled the air .
The sun had started to set , making the lights of the carnival rides glow even brighter .
Soon , there would be a fireworks display to mark the grand finale , and after that , people would begin to head home .
We had already eaten so much delicious food that I felt almost uncomfortably full , and Alexander had even won me a cute stuffed bunny , which was tucked securely under my arm as we walked .
1 glanced up at the sky , where the first stars were just beginning to twinkle .
I could sense Alexander watching me .
After a moment , I turned to him and smiled .
Do I have something on my face ? I asked , teasing .
A little bit of cotton candy , he teased back , poking my cheek lightly .
I stuck my tongue out at him , and he laughed .
Do you really like the carnival that much ? I asked , curious .
I dont think Ive ever seen you so happy .
I have good memories of the carnival , he said with a slight shrug .
My father used to bring us every year .
The smile on his face turned a little sad , and I immediately felt guilty for asking .
This was the first time Alexander had ever mentioned his father to me .
I didnt know much about the former Alpha of the Black Rock pack , only that he had passed away unexpectedly and that Alexander had taken over his duties .
It must be so stressful for someone as young as Alexander to run such a large pack , especially because he seemed to handle so much of it on his own .
That was why he was such a workaholic he couldnt afford to take a day off because there didnt seem to be anyone else who could step in for him .
At least , thats how it looked to me .
I knew Alexander had siblings , but the rest of his family had been quite private ever since his fathers death .
They didnt like the media attention that came with trips to the capital , so they mostly stayed in their own packlands , leaving the public relations up to Alexander .
Its okay , Alexander said softly , cutting off my train of thought .
I dont mind talking about my father .
You didnt upset me , if thats what youre thinking .
Are you a mind reader ? I asked , hugging my stuffed bunny a little tighter .
Maybe you should go take over the fortune telling booth .
Chapter 0097 +25 BONUS He laughed .
Its not as though youre difficult to read .
You re an open book .
I am not ! I protested , feeling a bit offended by the accusation .
No , Alexander said with a sigh .
I suppose youre really rot .
Sometimes I can tell exactly what youre thinking .
but other times … He gave me a thoughtful look .
As Ive said before , you can be quite the pretty puzzle .
His words made my face heat up .
Youre blushing , Alexander pointed out , his words only making my face heat further .
I didnt bother trying to deny it it was obviously true .
You dont have to pay me so many compliments when were alone , I Theres no one around to overhear .
said , trying to regain my composure Not all of my compliments are for show , he said coolly , In fact , most of them are genuine .
I can never tell if youre teasing me or being serious , I mittered , not sure how else to respond .
If youd like , Alexander said , stopping and turning his full attention to me , I think I can show you how serious I am .
1 stopped walking and turned to face him fully , my heartbeat starting to race .
What do you mean by that ? asked , my voice suddenly quieter .
How can you show me ? Alexander placed his hand on my waist and pulled me forward My breath hitched , but I didnt resist as he drew me close , his other hand coming up to cup my cheek .
He leaned down slowly , deliberately , giving me time to pull away .
I could hear my heartbeat thundering in my ears as I realized what was about to happen he was going to kiss me .
Really kiss me .
In the back of my mind , I knew I should stop this .
It was a bad idea everything between us was business , a plan to achieve a common goal .
Letting emotions get involved would only complicate things and make it harder .
But as Alexander leaned closer , I found myself closing my eyes .

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We had kissed before , but that had been a test a way for him to see if I could play my part convincingly .
This felt different .
When his lips finally pressed against mine , the kiss was firm yet gentle , purposeful in a way that made my head spin .
I felt my stuffed bunny fall to the ground as my arms instinctively wrapped around him , pulling him closer .
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