Chapter 29: Chapter 29

The carpeted floor rendered my steps noiseless, though it meant it's silent enough for me to hear my heart beating. A frantic, loud rhythm that contrasted with the lack of sound in the room. My eyes automatically shifted towards the bathroom door, which was left ajar. That meant Aiden couldn't be there as well. Where did he go?

Distress began coiling in the pit of my stomach; hands wrung together. It started heavily snowing outside for some time now. How could he leave me like this? What if something happened to Aiden? I thought to myself.

A lump lodged in my throat. Even though the Alpha hated me and the sight of me, I worried about him. My biology might be the reason or my omega who cannot hate him for some reason. Sitting idly in my bed for a while, I looked out of the window, shivering as the cold gust of wind blew by. Fortunately, the room I was in, had thick walls, more than that, a heater in the corner of the room. Maybe that's why I felt better than last night, body adjusting to the temperature around.

Getting out of the bed, I was about to push the dark oak door, but it swung open before I could do it, revealing Aiden in all of his messy curls, thin stubble, wide pants and wrinkled shirt glory. His hair kept falling over his forehead, casting a shadow on his face.

My mouth parted, a low gasp escaping as I took in his appearance. Sleep lines appeared on the side of his face. I stilled as his eyes focused on me, dark because of the gloom surrounding us in the cabin, the only light source coming from inside the room.

"Sorry," The Alpha cleared his throat, stepping to the side to let me enter, which I took a step back, getting dizzy as I was attacked by his scent. It seeped into my skin, makes it burn as if my body were being held over a crackling fire. "Were you looking for me?"

I licked my lips, nodding my head slightly. "Umm...yes"

How did he know that? My lips rolled in between my teeth, legs rooted in the same spot.

"I could smell your distress from the hallway," Aiden admitted, his voice barely a whisper. I blinked at him, fingers curling around, not expecting for the Alpha to confess such a thing. My stunned expression must spur the alpha to explain because he immediately cleared his throat.

"I mean, it's very distracting," Aiden huffed, rolling his eyes. "You should stop releasing your pheromones."

My scent? The way he said it made me recoil, avert my eyes. Why couldn't he talk without expressing his hate for my being? Besides, it's not like I was voluntarily doing it; my omega simply began looking for him. His gesture moved me, and I thought of thanking him only to have his disgust back.

We didn't say anything for a moment, content with just gazing at each other. I managed to relax a bit, soaking in his scent, my omega purring in satisfaction, content to be near him.

"What?" He scoffed, breaking our eye contact abruptly when I realised I didn't answer for a long time.

Of course, I was looking for him. Clearing my throat, I peered at him through my lashes. "Umm...did you carry me to your room?"

"What do you think?"

At his sarcastic reply, I winced but continued, palms getting clammy. For some reason being around him made me nervous, and I felt lost in words. Aiden uses that piece of information and makes fun of me as if he knows how it affects me.

A warm smile tentatively took over my features as I took a deep breath, closing my eyes as I mentally prepared to express my gratitude to him.

"You did. Thank you for that. It means a lot, Alpha." I breathed. "I am sure you must be burdened last night because of me. You didn't have to do it, but you still did. So I apologise for the inconvenience caused."

My inner wolf howled in joy as the alpha's face turned in surprise. He blinked at me for few seconds, his ringed fingers tightening around himself.

"It doesn't matter," He muttered before storming inside the bathroom, brushing past me.

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Going back to my room, I noticed the crease-free bed sheet and untouched duvet. My brows shot up at that. Even the air smelled purely of my scent; none of the things were moved. I walked further in and tried to sniff again, hoping to catch Aiden's scent but came up with nothing.

How's that possible? Where did he sleep if not for my room? I knew that there are only three bedrooms in the cabin, with one used as a storeroom.

I walked back to the hallway, noticing his shoes discarded around the couch. There was a single bed sheet lying atop. It hit me that Aiden must have dozed off on the couch instead of my room. Why would he leave a perfectly clean room and sleep on the couch?

The couch was tiny for my frame, so it must be a struggle for him to fit in. He slept all alone, uncomfortable on that little sofa. The thought made my heart pang. Guilt swarmed the pit of my stomach, thinking how it's all my fault.

Aiden could have just used my room for one night. Just then, his words about my scent came back to me, and I choked. Of course, he hated to be near my distracting smell, so that must be the reason.

Letting out a sigh, I retreated to my room and decided to take a long warm shower. I refused to leave the warm jet of water, enjoying the warmth that came along with it. Finally, after few minutes, I got to my room.

Once dressed in warm comfy clothes, I stepped outside, wincing at the temperature shift.

***

Gliding my feet towards the kitchen, I noticed that Aiden was already in. I arched my brow, staggering to my feet. Before words could leave my mouth, he turned expectantly towards me.

"I-I was making tea but accidentally made extra," He announced, already pouring water in a pot which he put over the stove. "You can have a cuppa."

I dumbly nodded. "O-Okay"

I noticed that the Alpha let the water boil until the popping of the bubbles can be heard, echoing all around the room. Cups were put down onto the counter, tea bags dropped into them, and all the while, there's tension crackling in the air. I avoid looking at Aiden ultimately, afraid of what more words he might have directed towards me.

Seconds later, the hot water was poured into the cups before Aiden handed a cup to me.

My cheeks flushed as our fingers touched for the briefest moment. "T-Thank you"

I took a sip of the lukewarm liquid and gently observed the Alpha in front of me. Actions spoke louder than words. He wouldn't admit his deeds, but somewhere inside him, I could see a warm, loving Alpha. Only time will tell if I am right or wrong.

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