Chapter 57
\nMarked By the Pureblood Alpha (Deanna and Luis) novel Chapter 57<\/p>\n
Chapter 57 Jealousy<\/p>\n
Chapter 57 Jealousy<\/p>\n
Terence\u2019s POV:<\/p>\n
Jake\u2019s fist was about to swing, and my heart nearly jumped out of my chest.<\/p>\n
Trushed forward and wrapped my arms around his waist, holding him back with all I had.<\/p>\n
If that punch landed on Luis, the whole werewolf world would blow up tomorrow.<\/p>\n
$20 Free Coins<\/p>\n
People would say the Alpha of the Olsendreich Pack couldn\u2019t take a loss, that he picked a fight with the Mooncrown Pack in public.<\/p>\n
The company\u2019s stock would crash, and the pack\u2019s reputation would be ruined.<\/p>\n
And Luis? He wasn\u2019t just anyone. He was a pure\u2013blood Alpha, strong as steel.<\/p>\n
Jake was drunk. Even at his best, he wouldn\u2019t stand much chance against Luis.<\/p>\n
I tightened my grip on Jake, forcing a smile as I spoke quickly. \u201cMr. Eaton, he\u2019s drunk. Please don\u2019t take it to heart. I\u2019ll get him out of here. I\u2019ll take him right now.\u201d<\/p>\n
Jake thrashed in my arms. \u201cLet go of me! Let go!\u201d<\/p>\n
I leaned close and barked at the drunkard in a low voice, \u201cAxel\u2019s got the car waiting out front. You\u2019re drunk. I\u2019m taking you out<\/p>\n
now.\u201d<\/p>\n
With every ounce of strength I had, I dragged the unwilling Jake away. By the time we made it down the hall, my shirt was already soaked in cold sweat.<\/p>\n
Luis\u2019s POV:<\/p>\n
Terence dragged Jake away, and at last silence was restored in the hallway.<\/p>\n
I stood there, loosened my tie, and looked down at the floor.<\/p>\n
A bitter smile crept onto my face.<\/p>\n
No matter how much stronger I was than Jake in business or power, I still envied him.<\/p>\n
I envied that Deanna loved him. I envied that she chose to be with him.<\/p>\n
The jealousy burned so deep, it drove me mad.<\/p>\n
Deanna\u2019s POV:<\/p>\n
On my way to work, Philip kept blowing up my phone. It rang nonstop, like a bomber circling overhead.<\/p>\n
I asked what was so urgent, but he never explained.<\/p>\n
The rage building up in my chest. The second I got to the office, I marched straight to his office.<\/p>\n
I knocked twice, then pushed the door open without waiting for an answer.<\/p>\n
1\/2<\/p>\n
2:00 am<\/p>\n
Chapter 57 Jealousy<\/p>\n
The office was filled with smoke. Philip was leaning back in a leather chair, cigarette in hand.<\/p>\n
The project director stood beside him, talking through some report.<\/p>\n
The smoke made my eyes sting. I frowned.<\/p>\n
$20 Free Coins<\/p>\n
Philip saw me walk in and waved the director away. The man set the file on the desk, bowed out quickly, and closed the door behind him.<\/p>\n
I stepped up to the desk, direct as always. \u201cDad, what do you need me for?\u201d<\/p>\n
He blew out smoke, gave a short laugh, and said, \u201cWhat do I need you for?<\/p>\n
\u201cMooncrown\u2019s investment was supposed to be 80 billion. Only half came in. You knew that, right?\u201d<\/p>\n
I remembered Kylie had given me a receipt a few days ago. I signed off and never thought about it again.<\/p>\n
\u201cYeah, I know. What\u2019s the problem?\u201d<\/p>\n
Philip\u2019s brow tightened. \u201cThe problem is, the rest of the money should\u2019ve landed this week, but finance hasn\u2019t seen a dime. Did you do something to upset Mr. Eaton? Maybe he\u2019s not willing to send the rest to us?\u201d<\/p>\n
I thought it over.<\/p>\n
My phone had just been fixed today, and I\u2019d been staying at Violet\u2019s the last few days.<\/p>\n
I hadn\u2019t seen Luis since that one\u2013night stand.<\/p>\n
But Luis wasn\u2019t the type to be petty. He wouldn\u2019t pull out the investment over me calling that a one\u2013night stand.<\/p>\n
In my impression, he had that easy confidence and elegance that came from a pureblood family.<\/p>\n
And honestly, his pack had more money than anyone in Lycanland. 40 billion wasn\u2019t even worth his attention.<\/p>\n
Watching Philip panic, I said calmly, \u201cOur budget for the Moonline Expansion Project was only 40 billion. Even if the payment is cancelled, the project can still move forward.\u201d<\/p>\n
Philip shook his head. \u201cThat was before. Since Mooncrown offered 80 billion, I added more features and side projects. Now 40 billion won\u2019t cut it.\u201d<\/p>\n
Finally, I got it. He wanted me to go push Luis for the money.<\/p>\n
I sank into the sofa, crossed my arms, and looked him straight in the eye. \u201cSo?\u201d<\/p>\n
His frown deepened at the question. \u201cYou brought in this investment. You go find out when Mooncrown plans to send the rest.\u201d<\/p>\n
I smirked, tilting my head. \u201cDad, maybe you forgot\u2013those shares you promised me still haven\u2019t shown up.\u201d<\/p>\n
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland\u2019s breathtaking cold.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","class_list":["post-2140","chapter","type-chapter","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter\/2140","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/chapter"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2140"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}