Alpha's Substitute Bride - Chapter 28

Eloise’s POV:

“I think I need to confirm this with you again.” Chloe seemed doubtful.

“Are you saying that Atticus wants to have dinner with you? Do you really believe him?”

“To be honest, I don’t believe it. But he gave me too much money. I won’t feel at ease if I don’t go,” I said sincerely.

Even though I couldn’t ignore his existence now, I was more concerned about his money than him.

“That’s a good reason. But you’re mates, after all. If anything happens, you can… “She made a phone gesture with her hand next to her face.

“You can always ask me for help. I can help you a little. ”

“Of course, my great lawyer.” I smiled and gently pushed her.

“What do you think of my outfit?”

I made a little twirl before her.

“It’s beautiful and fits your style very well.” She sized me up seriously.

“But it looks very expensive.”

“Of course, I bought it with Atticus’ money. ”

“What do you think of my outfit?”

I made a little twirl before her.

“It’s beautiful and fits your style very well.” She sized me up seriously.

“But it looks very expensive.”

“Of course, I bought it with Atticus’ money.

I answered her happily and walked toward the door.

Atticus had made a reservation at a restaurant not too far away from where I lived. He didn’t show up when I got there. The waiter stopped me in the lobby.

“I think I have a reservation?” I asked.

“Yes, but Mr. Hil has not shown up. So you can only wait here,” the girl said politely.

“If you don’t mind, you can…”

“Thank you, but I think I should wait outside.”

I couldn’t continue to sit here because I would be looked at strangely by others. So I walked out the door and sat in the shed at the bus stop, waiting for his arrival.

One bus after another passed by, but I was still the only one sitting there.

[t was a terrible feeling.

[t started to rain soon. I had no choice but to hold my skirt to prevent it from getting wet. However, it was inevitable that it would be soaked in this situation.

Even if I had to eat with him later, it would be difficult for me to look decent enough.

“If he comes, I’ll beat him up.” I gritted my teeth.

“I don’t think he’s like this as an Alpha. Something must have happened. ” My wolf sighed.

“Aren’t you worried?”

Rather than worry, I only felt a stomachache. That was the result of excessive hunger.

[ didn’t know how long I had waited, but he almost missed dinner time.

Just as I was about to stand up, the small puddle in front of me was suddenly occupied by a pair of beautiful leather shoes. I raised my head subconsciously.

[t was Sorin. He was holding an umbrella.

“There’s a bookstore across the street. I’m here to look for a book.” He sat down beside me.

Was he worried that I didn’t want to go with him? But no matter what, I would not agree anyway.

“Fine, but you’re my superior now.” I subconsciously stood up and took a step back.

This meant that no matter what he asked me to do, I didn’t have the freedom to refuse. But at the same time, it also meant an irremovable barrier between us.

“But we’re still friends, right?” He looked at me. “It’s normal for friends to have a meal together.”

“Alright, ” I said. I clutched my stomach.

Since he had made such a suggestion, I didn’t mind going with him.

We didn’t go to the restaurant that Atticus had reserved but to a nearby pizza shop. Although the dress I was wearing didn’t match the environment, it didn’t affect me.

The food was surprisingly to my liking. I tried my best to swallow it, ignoring Sorin sitting opposite me.

But suddenly, a sharp pain attacked me. It almost made me drop the drumstick in my hand.

“What’s wrong?” He looked at me worriedly.

“I don’t know why, but I don’t feel like eating. My chest hurts,” I said.

“I think I can take you to the hospital… Oh, wait a minute.” The phone beside him suddenly rang. He answered the call with a serious look on his face.

“What happened?” I looked at him carefully. I could go home myself if it were something important.

“I think there is something you must know.” Soren looked at me awkwardly.

“You might have to come with me.”.