Rejected By Alpha Grey Novel – Genevieve Like the pieces of a puzzle our gaze locked onto each other. He was my mate. Grey Markov was really my mate! Happiness filled me and a numb feeling traveled along my skin. My heart began beating uncontrollably and it felt like it was going to come out of my chest the next second. Grey was watching me with his deep eyes. I was stuck in his glittering ebony pupils. Whenever he looked into my eyes, it felt like I was all Grey could see. Everytime, the feeling always get to my head. I quickly rushed to him and grabbed his hand. “Grey, we made it! I can’t believe this!” My joy couldn’t be contained. On the other hand, Grey stood before me like a block of wood. I didn’t see any happiness emanating from him.
His brow was furrowed in contemplation. My rampaging heartbeats slowed down. The chilly night wind blew past and I shivered. I regained a little bit of clarity. “Grey?” I called him softly as I tightened my hold on his hand. His fingers was warm but I was getting the opposite feeling from him. Grey had been my childhood friend since I learned to observe the world. He was everything to me. Everyone always focused on my shining elder sister. My sister was perfect in every way. She was the deciding line of beauty. She was strong, kind and just. Lavinia was the perfect sister. I like my sister. I really do, but it can get so hard sometimes. Having a great and perfect sister before me put a lot of pressure on me. It didn’t help that I turn out to be so ordinary. I was not the kind of beauty that will make everyone adore me, I was just there. I was just plain old Genevieve.
Today was my 18th birthday. It was supposed to be a special day for me and my family. Alas, my elder sister had been given the official title of an omega warrior today. There was a little party to celebrate her. I was forgotten. Again. The Alpha announced the fact that Grey will be next in line for the pack Alpha during the small party. As he was passing the message, I felt my bones aching. I rushed out in excitement. I knew my symptoms were hinting at my first shift. I came to this forest for privacy. Sadly, my hopes was dashed. I thought I would get my wolf but I didn’t. I could not hear my wolf and I could not shift. My bones had just ached for nothing. Right then and there, my nose picked up the most amazing scent I have ever known. When I turned around to check for the source, I saw Grey. The moment I saw him, I knew he was mine and I was his.
The moon goddess answered my fervent prayers. The only stain in this beautiful picture is the fact that Grey did not seem to be as happy as I thought he would be. He had been my pillar since I was a little girl. He was the only one that saw me for who I was. He wasn’t fixated on my shining elder sister like many others in the pack. “Grey, what’s happening to you?” I asked in worry. The fragile utopia I thought I had seemed to be fading away. His dark eyes looked down at me. He observed me like I was a prey. His eyes flashed golden for a second before his mouth curved upwards. His smile melted the coldness I was feeling from him. The unknown chill I felt vanished. At that moment, I knew my childhood friend was back. I wrapped my hands around him as I leaned into his embrace. “You scared me back there.” I grumbled. He didn’t say anything.
His hand patted my back in consolation. His action was brief but I got his message nonetheless. His hand dropped to his side. I knew it. Nothing would go wrong. Grey might be in a bad mood. It didn’t have anything to do with me. For a moment there, I thought he didn’t want me like the others. His arms remained by his side for a few seconds before he wrapped them around me. In my happiness, I didn’t notice his brief hesitation. After having my fill of his warmth, I looked up at him. Grey’s alluring eyes held an unknown emotion. This emotion made the voice coming out of my throat strained. “My wolf is not manifesting. She’s not talking to me. I don’t know if I even have a wolf.” I explained it to Grey. Grievances soaked my every word. “It’s going to be alright.” His baritone voice said softly. His voice sent vibrations through my whole body and I shivered.
My shivering wasn’t from the cold this time. “Let’s go back to your room. You’re not in the right frame of mine right now.” Grey told me and I nodded in agreement. I held his hand as we headed back to the pack. I kept stealing glances at my mate’s face. I always knew Grey was handsome and enigmatic but all his good points seemed to shine brighter tonight. Was this the effects of the mate bond? That thought brought a smile to my lips. I felt like he was the most handsome man in the world. I felt lucky. Somehow, I got a feeling that Grey was distracted. It felt like something was bothering him but I didn’t know what it was. He was going to be alpha soon and he would have many responsibilities to shoulder. I didn’t want to be a burden so I didn’t ask unnecessary questions.
If he wanted me to know, I would know. It was simple. I tightened my fingers around his hand and I kept stealing looks at his face as we walk back to my home. “Grey, thank you.” I said quietly. My voice interrupted the chirping from the insects in the forest around us. His fingers squeezed mine. His gesture gave me strength. I continued, “Thank you for not rejecting me.” I heard stories of alphas rejecting their significant others because they weren’t up to their standards or their hidden criteria. From what I could see, my wolf was weak and I didn’t have much power to utilize. Whether I have a wolf or not was still up for debate. His father might not approve our union because of my weak bloodline. Still, I felt like I could go against the world if my mate was with me.
As long as Grey was by my side, I have all the strength to be the best Luna that ever lived. I was thankful that Grey didn’t make me join the ranks of the rejected mates I had heard about. I don’t think I would be able to bear the kind of pain that follows a rejection. I thank the moon goddess for the way everything went smoothly. My mate didn’t despise me for being weak. He loved me for who I was. We didn’t pass the front door of my house. If my parents saw me now, they would complain. I wasn’t ready to hear their words today. I wasn’t in the mood to hear how badly I behaved in contrast to my shining sister. I wanted something special on this unique night. I wanted something that would join Grey and I specially. We climbed in through the window. My room was facing the forest so it was easier to sneak in. We went in fluidly. I made my move the moment we got into my room. I approached Grey with glittering eyes. I had settled on what I wanted. I was going to give myself to him. It was the only way the intense affection I was bound to can be satisfied. I grabbed his hands and rested it on my waist.
The temperature of his hands seeped through my clothes to my skin. I could hear the sound of blood rushing through my veins from my fast heartbeat. Sweat gathered on my palm but I held his hand in place. There was no need for words, we both understood my hint. My gesture didn’t draw out the reaction I expected from him. The atmosphere chilled and my hands loosened its hold on his. That same strange feeling came again and it overshadowed the happiness I was immersed in. I looked at him in askance. I did not know which questions to ask. I just looked at him with all my worries and queries. “Genevieve.” He called my name with a strange tone. I couldn’t decipher his meaning. “Genevieve.” He called again. Determination coated the way he said my name. “I’m here.” I said the only words available to me. The last call he made was like he made a resolution. When I met his eyes, it was shining gold. He walked forward with his long legs. The atmosphere heated up and a blush rushed to my cheeks. For every step he took towards me, I took one step backward.
This miniature predator chase lasted until my legs hit the bed frame. There wasn’t anywhere to run to now. The intensity in his eyes was blinding me. I leaned away from him. He used the opportunity to settle me on the bed. My bed wasn’t the most comfortable place to sleep on normal days but this night, it was different. My back didn’t experience any discomfort. It felt like it was made out of the softest cotton. Grey’s golden eyes captivated me and I was willing to be enticed. He leaned down and his face came closer. His lips touched mine softly. It was like a dragonfly on water. It made every inch of the place he touched sacred. The red color on my cheeks deepened and my eyes fluttered close. The moment his lips touched mine, I was lost and I let him take the reins. I was happy, ecstatic even. Still, the slight hesitation from Grey lingered at the back of my mind like a curse.
The sun rays streamed in from the window facing the forest. I stretched in satisfaction as my consciousness cleared. The slight ache between my legs was a great reminder of the things that happened yesterday. Unconsciously, a smile bloomed on my lips. I felt like everything I saw was suddenly so beautiful. I sat up and darted a glance to my side. Grey was already up. He had cleaned up the aftermath of our passionate embrace. “Grey, can you stay for a few more hours? I would like to inform my parents of our union.” I said sweetly. My smile refused to go away. I play with the bedsheets around me. I stared at him with adoration. Grey didn’t say anything. His silence was louder than words for some reason. His previous coldness came to mind.
My heart began beating fast. I felt like something was about to go terribly wrong. “Grey, are you not happy to be with me?” I questioned softly. I had to ask. The sun rays spilling into my room was supposed to warm the room up. I was feeling cold instead. Grey was behaving strange. His attitude was hot and cold. I don’t even know what to believe anymore. I believe he loves me but this new indifference and coldness was making me wary. I wasn’t ready for any of his answers but I had to ask. I want to know what was causing all this. A laugh spilled out of Grey’s mouth. I gazed at him in shock. His laugh gave me a bad feeling. His eyes met mine and I felt like I had all the answers I needed. Grey was looking at me in a weird way. His eyes didn’t convey love or anything similar. There was no joy in his gaze. He was looking at me like I was trash. No! He was staring at me like I was his sworn enemy.