Firework

Jared was asleep in the bed, while Georgia was in a chair, holding his hand. It looked like she had fallen asleep from exhaustion or something else.

I smirked, immediately thinking it was another one of George’s cheap tricks.

“Olivia… I didn’t expect it to be like this. I didn’t even know Georgia was here,” George stammered, trying to explain.

I sneered, “That’s fine. Clearly, it’s not me he needs. Thanks for making that clear.”

George‘ s expression was something I could not explain, but I did not care anymore and wanted to go

away.

He followed me and insisted, “Trust me, it’s your name he calls in his sleep,” This content © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.

“Even so, Georgia is the one he needs beside him,” I retorted sharply before leaving him.

George’s frustration was clear behind me, but it was not my problém.

As I was leaving the hospital, I unexpectedly ran into Thomas. He was on his way in. Spotting me, he greeted, “Olivia, I’m glad you came to visit Alpha Jared. I wanted to tell you, but I remembered you asked me not to yesterday.”

“You did the right thing, Thomas. Thanks. I wasn’t here to visit him after all. I don’t care if he gets sick or even dies,” I replied, trying to keep my tone steady.

It was a lie, of course. Even Serena grumbled in my head, knowing the truth.

But I couldn’t admit to Thomas how foolish I felt for believing George’s words and coming to see Jared. I needed to save face.

Thomas looked shocked; his expression filled with concern. He tried to explain more, “Olivia, you should know… last night was really bad. I just got back from Promise High and found Alpha Jared in a terrible state. I didn’t expect things to get this bad.”

“Thomas, I told you not to tell me anything, didn’t I? Anyway, I’m heading back.”

Before I could turn away, Thomas quickly said, “Olivia, want to hang out for a bit? There’s a café nearby with great desserts. You should try them.”

I hesitated at first, but I thought some comfort food might help my upset feeling, so I nodded and followed him.

“This is one of my favorite cafés in town. I’m kind of a regular here,” Thomas said as he opened the door for me.

“Really? I wonder why you come here so often, Thomas,” I teased as we entered.

But when I saw the café owner, a beautiful young woman, I couldn’t resist teasing him more after we ordered our drinks and desserts. What was more, there were no signs of mating on his neck which indicated her to be a single werewolf.

“So, she’s the real reason you come here, right?” I joked after we finished our order and walked to empty seats.

Thomas avoided eye contact, clearly flustered. I knew he was feeling awkward.

“Come on, spill the beans,” I encouraged after sitting in our seats.

Awkwardly, he explained, “There’s nothing between us. I’m just a customer, and she’s the café owner.” “Alright, I won’t push you. But she’s pretty, seems nice, and suits you,” I said with a playful smile. Suddenly, Thomas took my hand, which was resting on the table, and confessed, “Did you know that I used to like you?”

I smiled, thinking he was joking. “Don’t tease me like that. It’s not funny.”

“But I’m serious. I’ve loved you for a long time, maybe even before we entered Promise High.”

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