Alpha CEO'S Powerful Mate

Chapter 35; Beta's awkward reaction

"M-Mate?"

The daughter of Mr. Dencio furrowed her brow, taken aback by Beta's unexpected greeting. Meanwhile, Mr. Dencio himself looked puzzled and responded with a confused "Huh?"

I couldn't help but smile, fully grasping the situation and what Beta Algie was trying to convey. Suppressing a laugh, I focused my gaze on Beta Algie.

Curiosity filled Mr. Dencio's face as he turned to me and asked, "What does 'mate' mean?" Blinking his eyes and clearing his throat awkwardly, Beta Algie attempted to respond.

"H-Hi!"

I chuckled softly at Beta's uneasy salutation. It was now evident to me that his mate was Mr. Dencio's daughter. But due to her upbringing among humans, the situation had become awkward for them.

"H-Hi!" Mr. Dencio's daughter nervously nibbled on her lip and glanced at her father.

Despite his surprise, Mr. Dencio managed a chuckle and decided to introduce his daughter to us.

He cleared his throat before speaking. "This is my daughter, Clara. She's my only child since her mother passed away too soon." He turned to face Clara and continued, "They're the people I've been talking about. This is Sophia." Mr. Dencio pointed in my direction. "According to what people in Hildart believe, she's Eros' secretary, but the truth is, she's Luna in their..." He squinted his eyes, trying to recall the term "pack."

"Luna of our pack," Beta Algie interjected, briefly scanning the surroundings to ensure no one in the mansion could overhear him.

Confusion flickered across Clara's face. I knew she had no understanding of what "Luna" or "pack" meant. But I sensed that she was more interested in comprehending the concept of "mate."

"Don't worry, the maids are making their way out through the back," Mr. Dencio reassured Beta Algie, dispelling his concerns. Mr. Dencio proceeded, "And yes, she's the Luna of their pack, which means she's the wife of the Alpha. The Alpha is their leader. Sir Algie here is their..." Mr. Dencio squinted at Beta Algie once more.

"Beta, the second-in-command of the pack," Beta Algie swiftly replied, extending his hand towards Clara.

Blushing, Clara found it difficult to meet Beta Algie's gaze directly. It was a thrilling moment for me. As their palms touched, their eyes couldn't help but lock onto each other. That was the power of their wolves being mated. During their first encounter, they would sense their deep connection and feelings for one another.

I reminisced about the time when I first shifted forms. It was also the night I realized just how striking Eros was but I keep denying it not.

But in Clara, I imagined that she found it challenging, especially since she was accustomed to human thinking. Even if she harbored feelings for Beta Algie, she couldn't be certain about them just yet.

As I observed Clara's throat subtly move as she swallowed, my attention shifted to their intertwined hands. To my surprise, Beta was gently caressing her hand, causing Clara to appear uneasy. I noticed that Mr. Dencio was also watching their hands, further adding to my astonishment. Clearing my throat, I turned to Clara and introduced myself, "Hi Clara, I'm Sophia, the secretary—"

"—Eros' girlfriend," Mr. Dencio interjected, flashing a grin in my direction. A tinge of embarrassment flushed my cheeks.

"Indeed," Beta chuckled, attempting to mask his own awkwardness. "She's Eros' girlfriend. And me, aside from being the Beta, I'm also Eros' cousin."

Clara nodded, displaying her ability to handle the situation without awkwardness. "Nice to meet you and of course yes I'm Clara." She took hold of my hand, and I could sense her strength.