The Alpha and I

Chapter 34: Decision

It was so strange to finally set foot in my mom's country. The weather here is warm. I took off my cardigan my gloves. Henry is with the pilots and they're talking to the local's airport authority. While waiting for him, I looked around. The airport is private. I can tell because of the small area and small jets. But it was clean and suited well for our secret escapade.

"Let's go." Henry itertwined his fingers to mine.

"Do you know where to go from here? Maybe, we should hire someone to guide us." I gripped my carry bag tightly.

"We don't need a guide, baby."

Baby? Not again! I pinched his nose and glared at him.

"I told you not to call me baby. It's not original. If you can't think of a better pet name for me then just call me by my first name."

"Seriously? You don't like it?" I rolled my eyes. He stared at me in disbelief.

"Be creative." I really don't like to be called baby. Other girls found it sweet and cute. But for me, it's childish.

"Yeah! I will invent something creative. And no eye rolling okay. I hate it!" He pinched my nose too. He started walking and I was pulled forcefully. Can he just walked like a normal person? I am not a she-wolf for witch's sake!

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An hour later, we found a hotel with the help of the taxi driver. We are glad the driver is not an asshole and can speak english. We paid him extra five bucks as tip. As we walked inside to the reception, every eyes in the lobby curiously gazed us. They're probably amazed by Henry's appearance. He is six feet and 1 inch tall, dark brown haired, gifted with hazel eyes, defined cheekbones and jaw and has a rocking body to die for. He is wearing plain blue v-neck tshirt and faded jeans matched nike air shoes. His total appearance is hot and radiates power. And I am wearing my favorite old gio jeans and plain white shirt. Not so much but I am descent. I also did not forget to wear bra.

We asked for a suite room for two nights and paid it through his credit card. I am a bit tired but the feeling is overwhelming. I can't wait to see my aunts!

"They're gawking at you,"he whispered sweetly while we are on our way to the elevator. My fingers are starting to get numb and sticky.

"They're gawking at you," I told him, while trying my best to free my hand from him. But his hold is tight. Damn!

"Do you plan to lock my hand forever. It's getting numb now. Let go!" I whined. Henry didn't seem to mind my short tantrum. When we reached our room, he unlock the door. Finally he let go of my hand when we're inside.

"You have one hour to feel the freedom,"he said, with a big smile on his lips. I looked at him in disbelief. "One hour, Maib."

I puffed a sigh and nodded. This holding hands thing is really getting serious.

"Guess I have to find a way to escape?" I teased. He glared at me.

"You'll never get a chance." He placed his bag inside the cabinet and pulled a towel.

"Let's make our plan tonight. We have to find them ASAP." I said as I lay down on a king sized bed. Henry is gonna take a shower. The werewolf just took off his shirt infront of me. And lean on the bathroom door after that.

"Let's buy a map later. Let's visit a jewelry shop after that."

"Jewelry shop?" My brows knotted. I got up, looked at him in the eye and waited for his answer. I actually felt nervous.

"Absolutely. I have to put my mark in your pretty little finger." His eyes met mine.

"Henry, you don't have to." I shook my head.

"Maib, just let me okay. As long as I wanted to mark you, I have to wait. So, the ring will do in the meantime."

"So, I have to choose between the two then. It's either, I'll let you bite me or you put a ring on my finger?" I am becoming irate. Exhaustion and irritation plus slight starvation is now hitting on me.

"So what do you prefer?"

"Seriously? Are we really getting serious here? I mean, we came here to find my relatives." And not to buy a ring or talk about the marking. Henry walked towards me and get down on his knee. I rolled my eyes. He's really serious about this.

"Maib Richmond, please. I knew you're not ready for the marking. So, just wear my ring." He is damn cute with his puppy eyes.

"You are impossible!" I said, still not backing down.

"But I still prefer marking you. That way, you'll be safe." He get up and sat beside me. I can't look at him. He's half naked and I'm afraid I might drool. I diverted my gaze and keep my mind busy.

"That's for your own benefit. And as for my safety, I can take care of myself. So, if our position had switched, will you let me mark you?" I crossed my arm.

"Hell yes! It means I'm yours." He wrap his arms around me.

"See? This is all about you being territorial." I remained crossed arms. His body is freaking hot!

"No Maib. I am trying to protect us. If you carry my mark, we can feel each other. You can tell if I am in danger or not. And I can do the same."

This time I stared at him and uncrossed my arms. He really mean that?

"Is that really possible?" If his mark will allow me to feel what he feels, then I can possibly let him mark me. Possibly.

"Yes. My wolf will allow you. Your blood will make him allow you. And my mark will allow me to feel what you feel. The marking is just the first ritual for the complete mating."

"Mating?" Was that suppose to mean? I have an idea but it is like sexual thing. Like love making. He released me and he sighed.

"The mating will be completed by the time we make love."

Oh dear aunt Beth! He's gonna bite me and then make love to me. How am I gonna handle this?

"Well, let's go get that ring of yours!" I get on my feet and took his towel. "Ladies first."