Caged by the Alpha

Ella's pov

I woke up with this beautiful smile on my face, knowing fully well that things would work out for me at the office, unlike yesterday. People stared and laughed at my fall. I shouldn't have put on the heels if I had known that it will make me fall. This is why I sometimes wish I have supernatural power.

I stretched out and then a yawn followed, my stomach groaned immediately" Gosh I'm damn hungry" I hopped down from my queen-size bed. It's all rumpled because I kept tossing and turning last night thinking about the event that happened. People can just be so mean.

My alarm ranged.

I quickly ran to the bathroom to do the needful. My boss is going to kill me if I come to the office late. Wouldn't want to be a troll the second time, would we?.

A few minutes later I was off the shower and a towel was tied around my body. I stared at the wall mirror in my bathroom. I look beautiful, I thought to myself.

I'm not your normal sexy and model kind of girl but I still got the look that a guy can appreciate. I've had like two boyfriends in the past but it's sad to say my relationship never ended well. It all left a mark deep inside my heart.

I touch my cheeks. It's still wet from the shower I took. Ella hurries up, you'll be late for work, scolded my subconscious.

I quickly ran out of the bathroom. It was already past eight. I'm so dead. My boss would kill me today. Joking. He won't kill me but he'll call me names. I still haven't recovered from the last insult and him adding today's own would be terrible and I just can't wait for the blow. Note the sarcasm.

I brought out a nice fitted dress. My mom gifted it to me on my birthday and it's just so lovely that I love to wear it. It brings out my shape nicely.

I vividly remember when an employee at my place of work try to Court me but I had to turn him down because I knew deep down he only court me just because the dress always makes me look different in a good way.

I took my black heels and then packed my loads of files sitting roughly on my study table. At times I just pity that table because of loads of books on it. Too bad he just had to endure it all.

" Ella, breakfast is ready"

That's mom, always trying to see that I have food in my stomach before going to work. I stepped out of my room and made my way to the dining area where mom had already set the table with this nice-looking sandwich waiting to be enjoyed.

The smile on my face said it all about how I was hungry. Mom chuckled and said " eat up. You have just ten minutes left"

I need not be told twice, I eat up pretty fast like someone with a superpower. Like that of a vampire or should I say werewolf. I mentally rolled my eyes, they don't even exist.

Mom came back from the kitchen with a hot cup of coffee. I love coffee.

" Mom you're just the best"

" Just hurry up and don't be late for work."

I nodded while downing my delicious cup of coffee. I belonged immediately I finished it off. Mom playfully glared at me.

" Table manners Ella"

I sheepishly smiled " I'm sorry"

She sighed " just leave for work already"

I salute her " Sir yes sir"

She could only giggle at me while I walked out of the house.

***

I parked my old Mercedes beside a colleague's Tundra. Most of the cars here are big and expensive cars which then makes me wonder if I'm the only poor employee among them.

I locked my car and pretty ran into the company. I knew I was late and was ready for the talk part two.

Everyone stared at me as I walked in as if waiting to see if I was going to fall again in my heels like yesterday. I took a deep breath and promise to disappoint them today. I'm not a loser and no one has the right to label me as one.

I even tried cat walking just to give them a show to remember but deep down I was praying not to fall because it's going to be much more embarrassing than yesterday.

I released a breath I didn't know I was holding when I walked into my office. I rested my back on the door just to calm my nerves. The moment I opened it, I screamed.

Why?

Why because the hands the home-looking man was sitting on my chair and worst his legs were on the desk, something I hate seeing people do on my desk. My poor lovely desk.

He smirked at me as if daring me to say something. I opened and closed my mouth like a fish but words still refuse to come.

I tried calming myself again then pull myself together and act professional " who are you? And why are you in my office for God's sake and worst your legs on my desk" I just couldn't help but say everything at once?

He chuckled " one at a time senorita"

I raised a brow at him. He's Latin. He has this accent that can make one piss their pant but I'm not falling for that. I stood my guard and pointed at his still stretched legs.

" Put your legs down and then we can talk normal"

He raised a brow at her " no I'm not doing that. I love it this way, If you like you can join me."

" eww God No!" I said defensively.

" Alright then" he shrugged then brought out his phone from his pant pocket. He stared at his phone as if reading a message that's important because his brows furrowed.

I walked towards my couch and decided to have a sit while I wait for him to get up.

I gave him a calculating look. He's super handsome and has this bad boy look that can easily make a girl swoon. He has plumpy lips that are delicious for kissing. Only God knows how many mouths he must have kissed with does lips My cheeks heats up in embarrassment at the thought. I'm not one to think like this about people.

" When you're done thinking about the number of girls I have kissed let me know Mamacita"

I almost lost my balance on the couch. Did I think out loud or did he just read my mind?

" No love, you didn't think out loud"

" Then...then how...how did you know what I was thinking about?"I stuttered.

He shrugged " it's a gift I guess"

She squints her eyes at him " you still haven't told me who you are and what you're looking for in my office"

He nodded as if just remembering " by the way I'm Alex "

I nodded for him to go on " what are you doing here "

"I came to this company with a friend so I decided to just hang around the company then luck was on my side because I found this office. It's cozy" he said without a care.

I scoffed " don't you know it's a sign of disrespect to just barge into people's office without given any invitation"

He shrugged again. He's been doing a lot of shrugging lately " I don't wait for invitations. I do my thing anyhow I like"

I was already tired of going back and forth with him on this matter so I just decided to leave it like that. When he's ready to leave he'll leave for sure. I thought to myself.

I picked up my laptop to start reporting, then brought the dozens of files out of the backpack I brought to work. I groaned loudly imagining the kind of stress the work would give me.

I started with the recent file which was given to me yesterday by my boss. Now I can see why he hasn't come into my office to query me. He has a visitor, this sure works to my advantage.

" Do you need some help?"

I got startled, totally forgotten that we were two in the room." No thanks"

" I don't mind at all. At least doing so would be like apologizing for barging into your office without any invitation"

I gave him a skeptical look, wondering why he's kind all of a sudden.

I shook my head, declining his offer.

" I insist. I know it so low of me doing that to you"

I couldn't hide my surprise look " are you seriously serious right now or are you just pulling my legs again?"

" I promise, I'm serious. I have twenty more minutes to be out of here so let me help you before that twenty minutes elapse" Alex said while staring at his wristwatch.

I shrugged, I needed the help after all " ok fine "

He smiled then dropped his legs down and was already by my side. Does this man has a superpower or something, I wonder.

" How did you do that? You were there just now and now you are here, how were you able to do that ?"I ask stupidly

" It's a reflex I guess," he said and didn't say anything else. I also didn't want to push it so I just decided to concentrate on the work given to me by my boss. I hand over like five files to Alex since he's still bent on helping.

He collected it " it's been long I've done something like this. It's good to be doing it again"

What does he mean by that? Is it that he doesn't work or something?

" Don't you work often?"

Alex smiled about to answer "Of of course I d.....

He was cut off by the sound of his ringing phone. He gave me an apologetic smile then picked the call. The call must be serious.

He stared hard into space while he was listening to what the other person on the line was saying.

" He must be sick" he whispered yelled.

I just don't understand what was going on. I want to know why he looks this angry. I tried to concentrate on my work but still tried all possible best to listen in on his conversation. It seems like he noticed me staring so his response became a whisper, Stopping me from hearing what he was saying entirely.

I furrowed my brows confused at the whole thing. Could it be that they were talking about my boss? I wondered. Since his friend might still be at my boss's office so definitely something is wrong somewhere and my investigating side just won't relax until I know what was going on here.

" Is everything alright?" I asked as the conversation grew more intense.

Alex glared back at him which got me in shock. I did the only thinkable I know, I also glared back at him and that got him surprised too because he raised a brow.

One thing I love most about myself that works to my advantage is when I glare at people People listened up immediately I glared at them to shut up. At times I wonder if it was a gift or something.

Alex finally ended the call with a loud sigh " why is your boss always a hard head? He just did something he shouldn't have done at all"

My ears perked up at that " and that is ?"

" Oh, sweetheart I'm not going to tell. My mouth is sealed"

I scoffed with folded arms" then why did you bring it up anyway ?"

He chuckled " just because I feel like doing that"

" You're insufferable"

" Why thank you" he playfully bowed

I rolled my eyes at him. He can't be serious for once.

" Anyways, sorry I can't help you with these files now but maybe next time I can. I'm running out of time. " He said while checking his wristwatch.

"I never begged for your help anyways"

" Are you always this sassy?" He questioned with a brow raised.

" Only to your kinds," I said

He furrowed his brows " My kind, I don't get your definition of my kind"

" You I...

He cut me off before I could give him a response

" We'll continue this discussion next time. My friend will tear me apart if I don't get to him on time " he said and with that, he left in a hurry leaving me more confused.

What does he mean by tearing him apart? I wonder out loud.

"ELLA!!! to my office now!"

Here comes my end...

Zion's POV

I clenched and unclenched my hand, preventing my wolf from taking over. That useless of a man that calls himself Daniel keeps getting on my nerves all the time and it's so irritating. At times I wish I can just cut off his neck.

You should have allowed me to take over at the meeting, my wolf Rex growled out in my head.

"Rex calm down. You know there are many humans around here and if we put down a fight it wouldn't be nice at all" I tried to calm him down.

At times I don't know why you get this nice. This won't help you at all. You need to fight back, Rex was adamant.

" Oh, I'll y own specific time. He doesn't know what is about to hit him" I assured him.

Rex growled out.

That sick bastard! He thinks he can have everything just with a click of a finger. He doesn't know who we are yet, he doesn't know that he's playing with fire and he should be ready to get burned,

I Sat upright, Rex is trying hard to take over and I won't allow that right now. He has zero control of his emotions and I'm not ready for that right now.

" Calm down Rex."

He groaned in my head.

I just need his blood right now and it's annoying that I can't get that right now. But when I get hold of him, he better know what's coming for him.

" Trust me on that. No one around here knows that he's a wolf and no other than the child of the Alpha of the west. But above all, all alphas must bow down before me and me alone. I'll show him no mercy when the time comes"

This is what I love hearing. No MERCY!!

" No mercy at all"

Good.

I blew out a breath. My bodyguards are still outside waiting for Alex to be in the car. I wonder where that man is. He just won't stay in one place. Yes, I told him to join me at the meeting but that man knows how to dodge things, he tricked me and left me alone to have my meeting. I can manage myself well but needed him along to calm me down when I'm out of control because things can easily get bloody if I don't.

What calmed me down most, was this beautiful scent that I perceived. I don't know from where or who but I sure love the scent. Rex also purred. That made me wonder if that could be my mate but I doubt it.

I'm cursed by the moon goddess. She deprived me of having a second mate. As alpha and for several years of my living, I was blessed to have just two mates. In case I losloslosel find the other.

Hailey,

She was my first love. Her beautiful angelic eyes keep flashing in my dream. I loved her so much that it hurts not to see her by my side. It still hurts. I've been called strong multiple times but I know deep down there is this weak side of mine that wants to break down at the thought of here.

Hailey was killed by some rogues who tried to take my throne from me.

That night was like a dream to me. A dream that left a mark in my entire soul.

" Hey man!"

Alex cut me off from my thoughts as he entered the car.

I glared hard at him and he turned mute immediately.

He playfully squirmed " why did you suddenly glare like someone I just met? I hope it's just my imagination"

I scoffed " Really Alex? Is that all you can say? You kept me waiting for ages and you're sitting telling me that I glare like someone you just met!"

" Calm your cities. I only went for like how many minutes"

" But I told you to follow me to the meeting, didn't I?" I shot back.

" Ok fine. I'm truly sorry" he sighed then rubbed his face out of frustration " this business of a thing keeps getting on my nerves at times. That's why I just decided to leave you hanging. But look at the bright side of things, I met a new friend She's so sweet and scary at the same time if that could be a better way of putting it "

I stared hard at him. This is the first time seeing Alex so happy talking about a girl. After his mate rejected him he's been in his shell not until now that he looks kind of loosened up. This is new.

" Could she be a new mate ?"

He stared at me like I'm crazy " not everyone is lucky to have a second mate. Remember you're the King alpha and only you can have a second mate. I'm happy for you"

I raised a brow " I don't need a second mate and I've been cursed from having a second mate Hailey is the only one for me and no one else.

Alex cackled " just wait till it hits you hard, hard enough that you'll thank me later for all my advice. You and I both know that there is a solution to the curse and that is for you to beg the moon goddess. She listens to our cries. At times she can be heartless but she does listen.

" I don't want to hear it, man. Keep your sick advice to yourself."

I motioned the driver to drive the car to the kingdom. My people await me.

***

The maid came in to pack my now empty plate. She smiled lovingly at me.

Granny as we love to call her is one o our old cooks. She's been with the family for ages now and her food keeps tasting better all the time.

" Do you need anything else?" She asked as she was done packing the plate.

I shook my head " No. You can leave"

She nodded then made her way to the door.

" Wait, granny!" I couldn't help but stop her.

She turned to give me this concerned look she always does " what is it, son?"

I let out a deep breath then kept the newspaper I was holding on the couch " please come and have your seat"

She looks at me skeptically but sat down nevertheless " you're scaring me, dear. Is anything the matter?"

I smiled a little bit to appease her mind " actually everything is perfect. I just need your advice on something that has been bothering me lately"

She nodded for me to go ahead " you can talk to me"

" Do you think I don't deserve a second chance?"

She cock a brow not knowing why I'm asking her this "Of of course you deserve a second chance. The moon goddess isn't that heartless to abandon us."

" You people keep saying that but look at me. I'm shattered from within. You people keep on worshipping her and giving her all the respect but where is she when you need her. She wasn't there when Hailey died. She didn't bring my Ailey back to life. Who does that to the people they claim they love !"

Granny allowed me to rant my heart out. She knows the kind of great pain I've been through when I lost here. I needed time to control myself. It was too much to take in if not for granny that had been beside me and yes my parents. They also did their part.

" I know you're still in much pain and I know how it feels to lose a mate. It hurts a lot but that should never have you curse the goddess. We can't have everything forever. It's how life is. We lost and we also gain. Remember, you lost heiley but in return, you gain your full power"

I stared at her like she's got two heads. What is she saying?

She smiled encouragingly " I'm not saying losing Healey is an achievement. No, please don't get me wrong. All I'm saying is you lost here but the moon goddess still haven't forgotten you, she gave you your full powers and also promised you a second mate"

I glared at her angrily " Second mate, do you think a second mate will fill this void I'm feeling? Do you think that's what I want? All I want is my here and I just wish she was here with me. I'm not happy granny, I'm not happy at all and it's disturbing. I don't want a second mate"

" Ok then, anything you say my king. Just remember, heiley will also love to see you happy again. She's in a peaceful world watching over you.". With that being said, granny stood up and made her leave.

I stared into space trying to reason what the nanny said. Will Hailey be happy about getting a second mate?

I've told you before man, I told you we need a second mate. I need a woman's touch, Rex said unexpectedly

I was already used to his interrupting side. He always appears when he's not needed.

"What do you mean by I always appear when I'm not needed. Remember we share the same body, the same mate. The only thing I know we don't share is our thinking. I'm sharper than you while you're so lenient. Sometimes I wish you will allow me to finally take over. I'll show you how to be a man and everyone must bow."

I shook my head at him. Rex can be something else times " leave me alone Rex. Not everything is about the shedding of blood. If I allow you to take control a lot would be missing and I can't deal with that right now "

"Just try me and see. If everything didn't work out then never allow me to be in control again."

" We'll see about that but not now "

"I want my mate. Don't you think it's time to hunt for her? And less I forget, remember you promise me that we'll go to this upcoming party on the other side of town. The party where mateless wolf finds their mate. We might also get lucky"

I rolled my eyes " I don't need any mate, just calm down Rex. Moreover, I can't go to the party because people would know who I am"

"It's Halloween man, we'll be disguised into a costume and it'll be hard for people to recognize us" Rex tried persuading me"

I let out a loud breath and just decided to agree on one if not he won't allow me to see the living end of things.

ELLA

My room was a disaster. I stared at the piles of clothes laying flatly on the ground. I couldn't pick a dress for the party tonight. For crying out loud It's Halloween. Why do I always have nothing to wear when it comes to things like this.

Sometimes I wish I have some kind of superpower that can easily change my dress into something I like exactly what happened in Cinderella.

I need help if not Stella is gonna kill me. This would be the third time she'd invite me to a party and then most of it I successfully declined it this particular ones won't be like others. Stella isn't going to allow that to happen.

I sat on my bed with a thud. Why am I always like this? Is this why I don't have guys fawning over me? I'm always unlucky. Stella is far better than me. She's pretty and sexy. All the guys always go for her and not me.

I let out a sigh trying not to dwell on that. We are two different people with different tastes but I'll agree that I need a change. I need a change or life and environment.

I got up and went to ask mom for help. She's always good when it comes to things like this.

I sauntered downstairs only to be greeted with the aroma of her delicious food. I inhale the scent. It can drive one crazy, joking.

Mom smile when she caught sight of me " aren't you ready for the party?"

I pouted " I don't have anything to wear. I don't even know who I should dress as"

Mom off the heated and turn her whole attention to me " shouldn't you have figured out what to wear since yesterday?"

I knew she was right, I should have prepared myself before today " what do you have me do mom? You know I don't always have time these days" I said and picked up an apple.

She shook her head " you can't be serious. Young lady, need I remind you that Stella will be here any moment from now?"

I rolled my eyes " mom! That's why I'm here for your help. We are already wasting more time having this talk"

.

" lead the way"

****

" Finally!"

Mom chuckled as she helps tidy my room up. I picker up the dress and inspect it myself.

We spent twenty minutes looking for a suitable dress and we finally found it. I decided to go as a sexy nurse. The idea feels entertaining. I can't wait to be dressed as one.

" This will look good on me mom," I said excitedly

She nodded " it will. Go change already" she pushed me and I giggled. I was excited and my adrenaline was pumping eager to be at the Halloween party already.

Mom went back to the kitchen as I also began to change into the attire. I put on the short dress, much shorter than the dress someone like me will put on. There is always a first time for everything.

I stared at my reflection in the mirror and couldn't be more wowed by how I looked. This will surely drive a lot of guys crazy but on a second thought, I'm only doing this for my happiness and not to attract anyone. Yeah right.

My figure was visible through the dress. I was blessed with my mom's shape. I have the right figure in the right place. I smiled loving that whole Halloween idea. Just when I was about to put on my heels, I heard a loud honk almost knocking me off the ground.

I winced trying to stand straight.

" Honey, Stella is here!"

Mom yelled from the kitchen. I hurriedly pick a coat to cover up my dress. I gave myself one last look before heading out of the room. My heel made a sound with every step I take. This will surely be the best Halloween party ever.

Mom was already waiting for me " She's in the car waiting"

I nodded " I'm going now " I kissed her on her cheeks

" Damn girl! You look good"

" Mom" I drawled out

" I'm only stating the fact, hurry up already before she breaks down the door to get you" mom teased.

I waved and left the room.

***

Stella was already out of the car when I got out. She was resting her back on the car while I got out. She glared at me playfully and I smiled apologetically.

" I'm sorry"

" Oh please " she rolled her eyes

I laughed " are you really angry?"

" Of course I am. I've been waiting for you over an hour now " she stressed.

" Okay, I'm sorry"

She rolled her eyes at me then gave me a once overlook " What are you dressed as?" She asked wiggling her brows. She couldn't see it because of the coat I was wearing.

Stella was dressed as a devil, a sexy devil. She did rock the outfit.

" Please tell me, Ella. I want to know " she pouted.

" Let's go already, remember we're already late" I reminded.

She rolled her eyes but still listened. She got into the driver's seat while I sat beside her in the front.

She inserted the key and the car came to life. Stella is a crazy driver, I always have an heart attack anytime she drives.

"Please slow down " I pleaded.

She smirked " have you forgotten that I'm a devil? We don't slow things off that easily so dear embrace yourself for the drive"

She does act like a devil " just slow the fuck down" I screamed when she was moving with so much speed.

I held on tight to my seatbelt, my eyes tightly closed. Her laughter filled the whole car scaring me even more.

" Are you crazy Stella?do you want to get us killed ?"

She smiled with her eyes still on the road " it's Halloween babe, expect the worst "

Is she crazy or something?

" Just don't get up killed please ...ahhhhhhhhh"