Chapter 67
Ares, after his arrival in the Dawn pack, would leave in the morning for his office, carefully assessing who might be worthy of the beta position. After Danna’s departure, and on the occasions when Ares was not present, Euclid assumed leadership of the pack and became Ares’ chief advisor. However, the recent behavior of Iris, Euclid’s daughter, raised doubts in the alpha. Despite his trust in the man, the alpha preferred to be the one to make the decisions in matters crucial to the survival and prosperity of the pack.
A week later. Ares was returning to the house for supper, and when he arrived, he hurried to his room. However, when he opened the door, he looked for his wife, but did not find her, when he was going to take a few steps to leave, the door suddenly opened, and there appeared Iris with a cake in her hand
“Hello, my beloved Ares,” she whispered with a playful smile, as she moved her hips seductively. I was busy doing some chores, but then I thought: why not surprise Ares with a little dessert?
“Ah, cool,” Ares replied with an expression of disgust evident on his face.
Iris, unaffected by this reaction, continued enthusiastically.
“It’s berry, with blackberries, strawberries, and raspberries, just the way you like it.
“Yes, thank you. Why don’t you take it and leave it in the kitchen?
“But, love, you should try it, just a little bit.” The joy on Iris’s face slowly faded.
“Stop calling me love, and I don’t want to try anything,” he shouted, shaking his head.
Iris, noticing the emotional distance in Ares’ words, couldn’t help but express her feelings.
“Ares, what’s going on?” Why do you treat me like this? My father and I have taken care of the herd in your absence, done everything in our power to make sure they were okay. Instead of thanking us, you treat me with indifference.This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.
Ares frowned, trying to maintain his composure as he answered.
“Iris, what’s wrong with you?” As you want to thank you if you look like me in my room that I share with my wife, You must understand that I am engaged, and we cannot continue to have encounters as before.
Iris, however, didn’t seem willing to accept that answer. With a hurtful look, he replied.
“But what’s wrong with that?” I understand that she’s your destined companion, but it’s insignificant. You can tell that it lacks the character necessary to be the moon of a pack. She advanced toward Ares, extending her free left hand and sliding her fingers down his shirt in a flirtatious manner. “If you wish, we can go on with our business without her knowing.”
Ares reacted immediately, grabbing Iris’s hand, and pulling her out of the room. His gaze was heavy with anger, and with a frown he betrayed his rage.
“What the hell are you saying?” Out of respect for Euclid, I’m not going to do anything about your audacity. But I want you to understand this clearly: stay away from the affairs of the pack, my wife, and me. Ares’s words were firm, but he didn’t want to hurt her because of his fondness for his father. However, the confusion on Iris’s face was evident.
“Ares, what has changed you between us?” I haven’t done you anything wrong. Remember, when you left the pack, we were fine, you allowed me into your room without restriction.” Her tears began to well, non-stop running down her cheeks. Now you come back to that omega, despising my love. It seems that I am no longer of use to you. Let me at least be your friend, even if that’s it.
Ares couldn’t bear to see Iris cry, aware that he was partly to blame for not having cleared things up before arriving with her mate.
“Iris, please don’t cry. I know I’m to blame here for not setting boundaries from the start. I want you to understand that what existed between us was simply sex, you knew me and you knew that it didn’t involve feelings as much with you as with other wolves, but now that I found my mate I only have eyes for her because I love her. He gave a big sigh to continue. I admit that I made a mistake by not putting those pauses with you from the beginning, but I will impose them now to avoid misunderstandings with Gina.
Iris looked at Ares with pleading eyes, still hoping that they could maintain a friendly relationship.
“Ares, couldn’t we at least be friends?” You know it could be useful for your leadership as an alpha.
“I told you, Iris. I don’t want to get in trouble with my wife.
“Don’t tell me Gina is jealous of me. You and I were supposed to be friends, and you know, I’m involved with pack issues. I’m just asking that we’re just friends, nothing is going to happen that you don’t want to happen. Tell your wife to relax. He grimaced in frustration. With all due respect, you shouldn’t have accepted an insignificant omega as mate. Now you’re the leader of this pack and she’s not the best suited to deal with people like us.
Ares fixed his sharp eyes on Iris, glaring at her.
“Who do you think you call my wife an insignificant omega?” Have you forgotten that you and your father came to these lands with nothing and that we are all equal here? Moreover, the mere fact that she is my destined companion makes her superior to you. He took a deep breath, struggling to control his rage. “You must understand, Iris, that you and I must keep our distance. I know you are an intelligent woman, and I trust that, for your father’s sake and your own, you will respect my decision and stay out of it.
“Yes, I accept it, but I don’t share it,” she nodded sadly, wiping tears from her face.
“I don’t care if you don’t share it. The only thing I care about is Gina’s happiness. Now, please get out of my sight.
Iris, furious, turned her back on him and walked out grumbling, getting lost in the hallway. Without looking at anyone, he left the house. On her way she crossed paths with Vania, who, seeing her in that state, asked her worriedly.
“What’s wrong with you?” Why are you like this?
“I’ll kill her, I swear I’ll kill her!” Ares can’t just do this to me, after all we’ve shared. He won’t banish me from his life so easily.” Iris was agitated and frustrated that she hadn’t accomplished anything with the alpha.
Vanya looked at her with sadness in her eyes and asked empathetically.
“Did you talk to him?” Then he sighed heavily. I went to look for him in his office, but they wouldn’t even let me in. I’m afraid we have to resign ourselves to stop fighting for him.
Iris experienced a torrent of anger that made her whole-body tremble. His eyes blurred, and in a hysterical voice, he exclaimed loudly.
“I’m not going to walk away from his life; That little she-wolf, I’ll eliminate her.
Vania, worried about Iris’s reaction, took her hand and quickly looked around. Then, he urged her to walk while telling her.
“Stop talking stupid things. Someone might listen to you and tell Ares. I’d better accompany your home.” The two women walked towards Iris’s house.
Ares, seeing Iris walk away, closed his eyes briefly and let out several deep sighs. He had never contemplated the possibility of Iris falling in love with him, as he had never looked at her that way. Now, at last, he understood all the scolding that Hecate had done him. He opened his eyes slowly, turned his head to the side, and found Gina, who was standing in the hallway, her head slightly tilted and a blush on her cheeks.
“I see you have a talent for listening to other people’s conversations, my little wolf,” said Ares with amusement, with a smile.
“I didn’t mean to listen. I arrived as you were taking Iris out of the room, and I stepped aside so as not to interrupt their discussion,” she replied hurriedly.
Ares took a few slow steps toward Gina and gently lifted her chin, then bent down and pressed his forehead to hers, keeping an eye on hers.
“You’ll never interrupt,” I made things clear to Iris, I hope she behaves,” she stammered tenderly.
“Yes, I heard everything. My heart froze when you told him that you are only mine and that you loved me.
“You’re the only one in my life. My eyes only see you. I love you, my little wolf. Then he brought his lips to Gina’s and gave her a tender kiss. After they parted, he commented enthusiastically. Now, let’s eat. I’m starving. He took her hand and together, with smiles on their faces, they walked toward the dining room.