Chapter 174
\nMarked By the Pureblood Alpha (Deanna and Luis) novel Chapter 174<\/p>\n
**Chapter 174: Seeking Luis\u2019s Assistance**<\/p>\n
**Deanna\u2019s POV:**<\/p>\n
The moment the words left Zelena\u2019s lips, declaring her intention to quit, a wave of disbelief washed over me. I barely had the chance to process her statement when Maggie erupted like a volcano.<\/p>\n
\u201cZelena, what did you just say?\u201d she exclaimed, her voice echoing with incredulity.<\/p>\n
\u201cDo you even realize how much effort Deanna has poured into this project? We finally secured the bid, and now you want to just walk away? How can you even think of giving up so easily?\u201d Maggie\u2019s words were sharp, laced with a mix of anger and concern.<\/p>\n
I turned my gaze toward Zelena, observing her closely. Something felt off ever since she returned from the restroom, her demeanor shifted like a shadow passing over the sun.<\/p>\n
\u201cZelena, why are you doing this?\u201d I asked, my voice steady yet laced with worry.<\/p>\n
Zelena pressed her lips together, a thin line of determination masking her turmoil.<\/p>\n
\u201cDeanna, I\u2019m truly sorry. I know how hard you\u2019ve worked for this project, but I have my own reasons for stepping back,\u201d she replied, her voice barely above a whisper.<\/p>\n
Maggie\u2019s frustration boiled over. \u201cZelena, this is so unfair to Deanna! You\u2019re completely out of line!\u201d Her voice cracked with the weight of her emotions.<\/p>\n
In that moment, Zelena pulled away from me, her expression clouded with distress, and fled down the corridor.<\/p>\n
A knot of concern tightened in my chest. There had to be a deeper reason for her sudden desire to abandon the Skyline Construction project. Without a second thought, I dashed after her, reaching out to grasp her arm gently yet firmly, ensuring she couldn\u2019t slip away.<\/p>\n
\u201cZelena, do you see me as a friend?\u201d I implored, my heart racing.<\/p>\n
Tears shimmered in her eyes, threatening to spill over. \u201cOf course, Deanna. You\u2019re one of my closest friends.\u201d<\/p>\n
I frowned, my resolve hardening. \u201cThen please, just tell me the truth. Why are you turning down this project? If there\u2019s a valid reason behind your decision, I will stand by you, no matter what.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cBut if you\u2019re simply walking away without a solid reason, then I\u2019m sorry, but you can\u2019t make this decision alone,\u201d I insisted, my voice firm yet compassionate.<\/p>\n
Zelena turned her back to me, her shoulders trembling with suppressed emotion. \u201cPlease, just stop asking,\u201d she pleaded, her voice breaking.<\/p>\n
\u201cIs it because of Felix? Did he threaten you?\u201d The words slipped out before I could hold them back, my intuition screaming that he was involved.<\/p>\n
I noticed the flicker of panic in her eyes, how quickly she averted her gaze. My heart sank. \u201cSo it really is him,\u201d I murmured, the realization hitting me hard.<\/p>\n
\u201cDeanna, I\u2014\u201d she stammered, desperation lacing her tone.<\/p>\n
As I stepped into the parking garage, my eyes scanned the area until they landed on a tall figure, just about to get into his car.<\/p>\n
I quickened my pace, my heels clattering against the concrete floor, a rhythm of determination echoing in the otherwise quiet space.<\/p>\n
\u201cLuis!\u201d I called out, my voice tinged with urgency, fearing he might leave without noticing me.<\/p>\n
**Luis\u2019s POV:**<\/p>\n
Just as my hand brushed against the cool metal of the car door, a familiar voice pierced the stillness.<\/p>\n
Turning around, I caught sight of Deanna rushing toward me, her hair flowing behind her like a banner, her cheeks flushed with exertion. She radiated vitality, and for the first time, I felt a strange rush of emotion at her approach.<\/p>\n
As she reached me, I instinctively opened my arms, a smile creeping into my voice. \u201cWhat\u2019s the rush? I\u2019m not going anywhere,\u201d I teased, my heart warming at her presence.<\/p>\n
Deanna was breathless, her words tumbling out in a flurry. \u201cI\u2026 I need to talk to you about something important.\u201d<\/p>\n
I raised an eyebrow, feigning nonchalance. \u201cLet me guess. If you\u2019re in such a hurry, you must be about to ask me for a favor?\u201d<\/p>\n
Her earnest gaze met mine, and I could sense the weight of her request hanging in the air between us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","class_list":["post-2257","chapter","type-chapter","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/icuow.top\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/chapter\/2257","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=2257"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}