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Chapter 17 - In the Tempest's Embrace

Despite yesterday's drama I woke up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day. After greeting my Grandma with a warm smile and sharing a quick breakfast, I headed out to work, eager to see what the day had in store.

As I arrived at the mansion, I noticed a sense of anticipation in the air. There was a buzz of activity, with staff members hurrying about their duties. I wondered what could be causing the excitement but decided to focus on my responsibilities for the time being.

I made my way to the inside kitchen, where I had been assigned to work. The familiar aroma of spices and freshly baked goods enveloped me, instantly putting me in a good mood. I greeted my fellow kitchen staff, exchanging friendly banter and getting into the rhythm of our tasks.

Amidst the hustle and bustle, I overheard whispers among the staff that the Alpha, Ramon, had returned to the mansion. My curiosity was piqued, but I didn't pay much attention. Ramon rarely ventured into the kitchen area, and I had my duties to attend to.

As the morning progressed, I received a message from the housekeeping department, requesting that I retrieve an item from Ramon's room. I was slightly taken aback. It was unusual for me to be assigned such a task, but I shrugged it off and headed toward Ramon's quarters.

As I approached his room, I noticed the door was slightly ajar. I pushed it open gently and stepped inside, my eyes scanning the room for the item I was meant to collect. However, what I saw made my heart skip a beat.

As I entered Ramon's room, my eyes were immediately drawn to him sitting upright on the bed. The sight that greeted me was not what I had expected. Ramon's golden irises locked onto mine, his intense gaze piercing through me. I froze, feeling a strange mixture of awe and fear.

A powerful aroma filled the air, swirling around me like a hypnotic fragrance. It was Ramon's pheromones, emanating from his very being, and it struck me like a physical force. My instincts screamed at me to flee, to escape the room, but something held me rooted to the spot.

I felt an indescribable pull as if Ramon's presence alone could captivate and enthrall me. My heart raced, and I found myself struggling to form coherent thoughts. It was as if his pheromones had unlocked a primal response within me, awakening desires and emotions I had never experienced before.

But amidst the overwhelming attraction, a part of me fought to regain control. I have to get out of here something is wrong, my body doesn't want to listen to me and I was burning up real quick but somehow luckily my legs understood we might be in danger

As the realization of the situation hit me, my legs gave way, weakening beneath the weight of the overwhelming emotions and desires that surged within me. Panic coursed through my veins, mingling with the potent effects of Ramon's pheromones that still lingered in the air. I knew I had to escape, to distance myself from the alpha who now stood before me, his golden irises burning with intensity.

Summoning every ounce of strength left in me, I turned and bolted towards the nearest exit. My heart pounded in my chest, adrenaline pumping through my veins as I raced through the mansion's hallways. Fear propelled me forward, and the only thought that echoed in my mind was to get as far away from Ramon as possible.

I reached the back door, flinging it open, and stumbled into the cool night air of the mansion's expansive backyard. The moon's soft glow bathed the surroundings, casting eerie shadows that danced as if mocking my plight. I pressed my trembling hand against my chest, desperately trying to regulate my racing heartbeat.

Aware of the heightened sensitivity of my senses during my heat, I scanned the area, ensuring no one had followed me. The stillness of the night offered some solace as if nature itself understood the precariousness of my situation. With a deep breath, I forced myself to focus, pushing past the overwhelming desire that threatened to consume me.

The need to find relief from my heat gnawed at me, a primal urge that pulsed through every fiber of my being. But I had no mate, no one to help me through this. The realization sank in, filling me with a profound sense of vulnerability. I had always been independent, self-reliant, but now I found myself longing for someone to share this burden with.

I leaned against a tree, the rough bark digging into my back, as I fought to regain control over my body and mind. It was then that I heard the distant howl of a wolf, a haunting melody that sent shivers down my spine. Instinctively, I knew that the howl meant that others might have perceived my pheromones, what am I gonna do? But I can't afford to be reckless. I need to be cautious, to protect myself from any potential harm.

The moon hung high in the night sky, casting an ethereal glow over the secluded path as I struggled to keep my primal desires at bay. My body burned with an intensity I had never experienced before, and every instinct within me yearned for release. Fear mingled with desire, creating a volatile cocktail of emotions that threatened to consume me.

As I heard footsteps approaching, a surge of panic shot through me. I turned towards the sound, my heart pounding in my chest, fearing the worst. But as the figure emerged from the shadows, a mixture of relief and anguish washed over me. It was Ethan, his eyes widening in shock as he took in my scent.

"Kai... what's happening?" Ethan's voice trembled with concern as he scanned me, his gaze lingering on the pheromones that permeated the air around me.

Tears welled up in my eyes, my voice choked with anguish as I pleaded, "Ethan, please... you have to go. I can't control this... I don't want to hurt you. And I don't want you to hurt me, Run before it's too late."

Ethan's brows furrowed in confusion, his expression torn between worry and determination. "Kai, I'm not leaving you like this. We're friends, remember? I won't abandon you."

"No, Ethan, you don't understand!" I cried, my voice breaking. "I'm in heat... I don't know what I'm capable of. You have to go before it consumes me and I do something I'll regret."

Ethan stepped closer, defying my pleas. His voice softened, filled with unwavering resolve. "Kai, I've got your back. We'll face this together. I won't let you go through this alone. Cause you gotta explain all this"

Tears streamed down my face as a mixture of relief and despair flooded my heart. "But... but what if I can't control myself? What if I... I hurt you?"

Ethan's eyes softened, his voice filled with empathy. "I trust you, Kai. I trust that you can't hurt me okay, now where do you want me to take you to that can help you right now? We'll find a way through this. Just hold on."

His words offered a glimmer of hope amid my turmoil. I reached out and clutched onto Ethan's hand, seeking strength in his unwavering presence. The conflicting desires continued to rage within me, but his steadfast support provided a tether to reality."To my old man's place, it is not fast from my grandma's place"

Together, we started to venture deeper into the night, the intensity of my pheromones creating an aura that beckoned potential dangers. The path was treacherous, and each step felt like a battle against the primal forces that threatened to consume me. But Ethan remained by my side, a pillar of unwavering support amidst the storm. Yh this was crazy but due to these unusual feelings , I blacked out