My Promised Rejection (Olivia) novel Chapter 120

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Della POV

“What the hell was that about?” “Which part,” Amethyst asks. I roll my eyes as I make my way out of the office and down the stairs. “Ronan growling when touchy pants touched Valor to start.” “Touchy pants. That was the best name you could come up with for the girl that was touching someone else’s mate. I could think of a few other names that aren’t so tame and way more accurate,” Amethyst says. I can’t stop the giggle that escapes me. Both men look at me but I start to walk faster before they can ask me why I’m giggling.

“What about that girl? She seems way too familiar with Valor. Do you think they’ve been together? I feel like she was trying to stake a claim.” “I’m not sure if they have been together, but he didn’t seem to be thrilled about her being here. Are you upset if they have,” she says. “I can’t say I’m thrilled at the thought of him being with her especially when she just threw herself at him. It’s disrespectful to touch someone else’s mate.” “Do I detect a bit of possessiveness in your voice,” she says. Before I can answer, Valor’s voice interrupts our

conversation.

“Della, can we talk before we reach the training field,” he asks. I look at him and then Ronan. Why do I feel like something has shifted between them? “I’m going to head to the training field and give you two a minute to talk,” Ronan says. He turns to leave, and I watch his retreating back, wondering if I’ve stepped into an alternate universe. I turn back to face Valor, who looks worried. “Della, I’m sorry about Juniper. I should have warned you that she was

coming,” he says.

So he knew she was coming. “Just listen before you jump to any conclusions,” Amethyst whispers. “My mom called me the day that Maddy was attacked. I wanted my parents to refuse her, but denying a coven member to search other covens and packs for their beloved is against the coven laws. I’m not happy she is here, but I promise it won’t be for long, and I’ll make sure she doesn’t cause trouble,” he says. “Have you been with her,” I blurt out before I

slap my hand over my mouth.

A smile spreads across his face, and he takes a step closer to me. An unfamiliar feeling flutters in my belly and I take a step back. “I’m sorry I shouldn’t have asked you that. It is none of my business who you’ve been with!” “What if I want to answer, and I want it to be your business,” he asks, again taking a step closer to me. I open and close my mouth, not really knowing what to say. “I have never been with Juniper or any other woman for that matter. I promised myself I would never make my father’s mistakes,” he says.

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He reaches for my hand and the faint tingles feel a bit stronger. I’m just about to ask him if he feels them when a squeal has us both turning toward the sound. I fight the urge to roll my eyes as Juniper and her friend rush toward us. “Valor, I was hoping we would catch up with you before you made it to training. Are we interrupting something,” she asks as she wraps her hand around his arm. He quickly shakes her off and moves to stand closer to me.

I fight the smug smile that wants to spread across my face at her clear irritation. Anger

flashes in her eyes before she pastes back on her fake smile. “You must be Della. We didn’t

really get the chance for introductions back there. I’m Valor’s best girlfriend,” she says and

reaches her hand out to me. I look at it before I finally offer her mine. “That’s nice that you

and Valor are friends. You may call me princes since we are not friends. Valor is this another

of your friends from the coven,” I say, pointing at the girl next to Juniper.

“That is Alexia. She is a coven warrior, but we don’t hang out much,” he says. “It’s nice to meet

you, Alexia.” I turn to look at Valor, and he is smiling. “Are you ready to head to training?” “Of

course, princess,” he says with a wink. We both turn and start back up the path. When we

arrive I’m glad to see Liam hasn’t arrived yet. I have no desire to run until I puke today or any

day for that matter. I move to stand next to Ronan just as Liam’s Lycan comes tearing

through the trees. “What the hell is that,” Juniper asks, and I fight the growl that tries to

escape me.

I look over, and she has taken the spot next to Valor. “That is my uncle and the royal Beta.

You would do well to watch how you speak.” Her eyes meet mine and I can tell she doesn’t

like being chastised. “Apologize Juniper, or you will be leaving just as quickly as you arrived.

I’m sure my parents will be very disappointed to hear of your disrespect,” Valor says. “My

apologies princess. I have never seen a Lycan in the flesh. I was taken off guard,” she grits through her teeth.

“Then maybe you should think before you speak next time,” Ronan says from behind me.

“What is your problem? First, you growl at me for hugging Valor, and now you are butting into

a conversation that has nothing to do with you,” she says. Before Ronan can respond, Liam yells for everyone to get in formation. Goddess, I hope Valor is right about this b**ch not

being here long. I really don’t like her. “That was one of the names I would have called her earlier,” Amethyst says, and I giggle.

Juniper POV

How dare that wolfless mutt treat me with such disrespect? Then Valor insists I apologize to her. What the hell is wrong with him? I don’t understand why he is still entertaining the idea of

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the pup being his mate. Even if she gets a wolf, he will have to wait two years to find out if she is truly his mate. Besides, his beast should be feeling more than wanting to spend time with her if they are truly fated to each other. I know I won’t have much time here in the royal pack, but I need to convince him that she isn’t worthy of becoming queen.

Besides, she is meant to be queen of the werewolf kingdom, so how would their mating even

work? I focus my eyes on her tiny stature and big curves. She isn’t even built like a normal

she–wolf. She isn’t exactly fat, but she isn’t worthy of standing next to a vampire as

handsome as Valor.

A deep growl has me nearly jumping out of my skin. “If you are not here to train, then I

suggest you head back to your cottage. I don’t tolerate slacking,” the Royal Beta says as his

eyes meet mine. “I’m sorry Beta, I’ll pay attention.” I drop my gaze until I know he has moved

away from our row. I start to mimic the others‘ movements, which is harder than it looks.

By the time we are done, my muscles are aching. I’m not sure how much time passes until he

calls out for us to break into pairs. Alexia goes to grab my arm, but I glare at her. This is my

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