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Claimed by My Bully Alpha (by Anna Kendra) novel Chapter 193

Chapter 193

Aurora’s PO.V

When I opened my eyes, the sunlight filtering through the curtains seemed impossibly bright. My heart skipped a beat when I turned my head slightly and saw him there, still asleep. Caleb’s dark hair was a tousled mess, and his chest rose and fell with the kind of calm that made me think he was far too peaceful for someone who’dwell, for someone who’d been involved in what we’d done last night.

My cheeks burned just remembering it, and I buried my face in my hands. What had I been thinking? How had I let myself get so swept up in him?

But even though I wasn’t even eighteen yet, Caleb and I were only a few months apart and after a few days, the age won’t even matter anymore. But still, facing him in the light of day after what we did made my cheeks heat with embarrassment and my stomach tighten with an emotion I couldn’t quite name.

I couldn’t stay here. Not like this. Not when the memories of last night were so fresh and raw, and he could wake up at any moment. The thought of his eyes opening and catching me staring at him, wanting moreit was too much.

Carefully, so carefully, I slipped out of bed, doing my best not to jostle the mattress. He didn’t stir, thankfully, and I let out a breath of relief as I grabbed my shoes from the floor and tiptoed toward

the door.

Once I was out in the hallway, I leaned against the wall for a moment, clutching my chest like that

would somehow stop my racing heart.

What were you thinking, Aurora?I whispered to myself. It wasn’t as if I had some sort of grand

plan or strategy going into last night. It had just happenedlike a storm that I couldn’t stop, no

matter how hard I tried. And yet, as much as I told myself it was reckless, as much as I tried to scold

myself, I couldn’t bring myself to regret a single second of it.

I shook my head and started down the hall, heading for my own room, hoping to bury myself in

blankets and somehow figure out how to handle this whole situation. But as I turned the corner, I

stopped short.

The maids were already awake, bustling around with what seemed like boundless energy for this early in the morning. One of them was perched on a stepladder, hanging up streamers, while another carefully arranged vibrant flowers in a vase on a side table.

What’s going on?I asked, my voice rough from sleep and a little too loud.

One of the maids, the one arranging the flowers, turned to me with a bright smile. Good morning,

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Miss Aurora! We’re preparing for the party tomorrow, of course. Did you forget?

Of course, I’d forgotten. Between last night and the chaos still swirling in my head, the party, whatever it might be for, might as well have been a distant memory.

Right, theparty,I said quickly, nodding like I had everything under control. I didn’t forget, Justwasn’t expecting you all to be up so early.

The maid chuckled. It’s tradition to start at sunrise. There’s a lot to do, after all.

Of course,I mumbled, trying to keep my expression neutral. Inside, though, my thoughts were spinning. Caleb would be up soon, and we’d have to see each other eventually, especially with the party bringing everyone together. How was I supposed to look him in the eye after what happened?

Miss Aurora, are you feeling alright?

I blinked at the maid’s question, realizing I must’ve beenstanding there, staring off into space.

I’m fine,I said quickly, forcing a smile. Just tired. Didn’t get much sleep.

She didn’t look entirely convinced but nodded and went back to her work, leaving me free to retreat to my room.

But as I walked into the main hallway, rubbing the sleep from my eyes, and paused at the sight of the maids bustling about. There was an unusual energy in the airlike the anticipation of

something.

This couldn’t be just for any party, right? Then what was I missing? I think I was forgetting something big

Excuse me,I asked aloud, hoping to catch someone’s attention. Can you please tell me what’s going on? What is thisparty about?

One of the maids, a woman named Martha who always had a kind smile for me, straightened up and

glanced my way.

Miss Caroline’s birthday is coming up,she said, her tone cheerful. We’re starting the preparations today. The packhouse will be decorated by tomorrow evening.

Caroline’s birthday?I repeated, dumbfounded. Oh my god! How could I have forgotten Carolin birthday!

I shouldn’t even call myself her friend! I was such a horrible person! How could I have forgotten Caroline’s birthday?

You’ve been busy, dear,Martha said with a knowing look. Besides, you’d have found out

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eventually.

I sighed, knowing that there was nothing that can be done, but at least I was glad that I got the memo on time. Fair enough. I’m so excited for her, though. I haven’t seen her since yesterday. Is

she around?

Probably in her house,another maid chimed in. She doesn’t arrive at the packhouse until ten in

the morning.

Right. Grateful for their help, I nodded, thanked them for letting me know, and headed upstairs. My thoughts shifted as I climbed the steps. Caroline’s birthday was going to be wonderful, but something tugged at the back of my mind, something I couldn’t quite put my finger on.

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