Chapter 422

Chapter 422

I noticed Gavin’s nostrils flaring, but he didn’t say anything. He kept glaring at Lukas, making him feel even more uncomfortable than before.

“I really should…”

“go,” he said. “It was nice to officially meet you, Alpha.”

Lukas was wise not to give me another hug or say anything more. If he had, I couldn’t guess how I would have reacted.

He quickly bowed to Gavin before leaving the mansion, which left Gavin and me alone.

“What is wrong with you?” I asked, turning back toward the living room and heading to the couch.

“I don’t usually like it when other Lycan families are in my territory,” Gavin said, his gaze fixed on the back of my head. I felt like I was about to melt under his intense stare until he finally turned to examine me. “You should have known better than to bring him here.”

I sat down and crossed my arms over my chest, feeling like a stubborn child.

“It wasn’t his fault, and you treated him badly. He’ll probably never want to talk to me again,” I said, my frustration clear.

I could sense Gavin’s presence nearby, but I couldn’t focus on him just yet.

Chapter 421

Judy’s POV

As I walked Lukas to the living room door, he stopped for a moment before we entered the front foyer.

“Thank you again for helping me out, Judy,” he said. “It’s hard moving to a new place.”

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“I know this new school can be tough, but you’ve made it so much easier for me. I’m really glad we can be friends,” he said.

I nodded and smiled back at him.

“Yeah, me too,” I replied.

“I’ll say goodbye here and head out,” he said, getting ready to leave.

He gave me a quick hug and said, “Oh, by the way… do you think I can get Sammy’s phone number? She’s really cute.”

I couldn’t help but laugh as I hugged him back.

“I’ll see what I can do,” I said to him.

Just as he was about to step away, the door suddenly slammed open. We both jumped, nearly falling over from the surprise.

The intensity in his eyes was so strong it felt like it could take down a thousand men.

Lukas stood there, his face completely pale. I felt a shiver run through me as I sensed his Alpha and Lycan energy rolling off him in waves. It surprised me because I thought he would be used to it, especially since his uncle was also a Lycan. I expected him to handle it better.

Lukas had Lycan power running through his veins, coming from a strong Lycan bloodline. It was no surprise that he felt this power intensely, especially since Gavin was known as the most powerful among them.

“I don’t remember giving a Merryweather permission,” Lukas said, puzzled.

“**to join my pack**,” Gavin said through gritted teeth, his eyes flashing with anger as he stared at Lukas.

“**He goes to my school,**” I quickly explained. “**We were studying and—**”

“Is that what you were doing?” Gavin asked, keeping his eyes fixed on Lukas. “It didn’t look like much studying was happening.”

“I was just leaving,” Lukas replied, his voice sounding a bit squeaky.

Gavin’s presence changed everything.

“Yes, you were,” Gavin said firmly. “And I’ll be talking to your uncle about your lack of common sense. You should ask for my permission before you step foot anywhere.”

Luka’s eyes widened as he looked at me.

“I didn’t know this was the Alpha’s mansion,” he said, surprised.

I crossed my arms over my chest and shot a glare at Gavin. He stood there, seemingly unfazed.

was acting like a total jerk for no reason. He had no right to be jealous of me since he didn’t really live here. Sure, it was his mansion, but his main home was actually a villa on the other side of his pack.

“You…

“Aren’t you in the wrong, Lukas?” I said, my eyes fixed on Gavin’s face. “I live here, and you are my guest.”

“This is my home,” Gavin shot back, his tone sharp.

“You need to ask my permission before you come in here again, understood?” Alpha said firmly.

“Yes, Alpha. I’m sorry. If I had known this was your home, I would have asked first,” the other person replied.

“Why are you in my region?” Alpha continued, looking a bit annoyed.

“I was just exploring,” the other person explained. “I didn’t mean to intrude. I promise I’ll be more careful next time.”

Alpha crossed their arms and took a deep breath. “Exploring is fine, but you have to respect boundaries. This place is important to me.”

“I understand,” the other person said, nodding. “I won’t make that mistake again. Can we start over?”

Alpha paused, considering the offer. “Alright. Let’s try again. What’s your name?”

“I’m Sam,” the visitor replied, smiling a bit. “It’s nice to meet you, Alpha.”

“Nice to meet you too, Sam,” Alpha said, relaxing a little. “Just remember, this is my space, and I take that seriously.”

“Of course, I get it,” Sam said. “I appreciate you being willing to give me another chance.”

Alpha nodded, feeling a bit more at ease. “So, what do you like to explore?”

“I love nature and discovering new places,” Sam said eagerly. “I’m hoping to learn more about the wildlife here.”

Alpha raised an eyebrow. “Wildlife? You mean animals?”

“Yes! I heard there are some unique creatures in this area,” Sam replied.

“True,” Alpha said, a hint of pride in their voice. “But they can also be dangerous if you’re not careful.”

“I’ll be cautious,” Sam promised. “I just want to appreciate the beauty of nature.”

“Good,” Alpha said, softening. “Let’s go for a walk. I can show you some safe spots.”

“Really? That would be amazing!” Sam exclaimed, excitement in their voice.

“Just remember to stick close,” Alpha cautioned as they began to walk.

“Absolutely! I’ll follow your lead,” Sam said, matching Alpha’s pace.

As they walked together, Sam couldn’t help but feel grateful for the second chance. Alpha’s home was beautiful, and they were eager to learn more about it.

With each step, Sam felt more at ease, knowing they had gained Alpha’s trust. The adventure had just begun, and they were ready to explore it together.

Gavin narrowed his eyes and asked, “What about Mica?”

“I already told you, he goes to my school,” I replied, feeling frustrated and annoyed.

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**Chapter 421**

“I want to hear it from him,” Gavin insisted.

Lukas swallowed hard, clearly scared of Gavin.

“I go to the Shifter Academy,” he said. “It’s the best school in the world. I just transferred a few days ago, and Judy has been assigned to tutor me for the next few weeks.”

Lukas explained, “It’s a job.”

I added, “His family is paying me.”

Gavin responded, “I didn’t approve of you getting another job,” his eyes finally meeting mine.

I could see the inner struggle within them.

I was taken aback by his bold statement.

“I’m sorry, I didn’t think I needed to ask her permission, great lord,” I replied sarcastically, rolling my eyes at Lukas.

I took a deep breath. I was sure that Gavin had never heard anyone talk to a Lycan like this before, but my relationship with him was complicated.

“Did you not read the contract I had you sign?” I asked.

“You mean the one that…

“Five hundred pages? I must have missed that,” I muttered, rolling my eyes. “Are we done here? Lukas needs to get going. It’s late, and you’re holding him up on his way home.”

“Where are you staying?”

“Really?” Gavin asked.

“I got a dorm at the academy,” Lukas replied, shuffling awkwardly in his shoes.

“The Academy is public domain,” he continued, “as stated in the school handbook. Each of the Lycan Chairmen signed it.”

I reminded him, “He’s not breaking any rules. I didn’t tell him that this was your property, and I’m sorry for that. But you have no reason to be upset with him about this. If you want to be upset, it should be with me.”

“Anyone should be me.”

I felt someone approaching, but I wouldn’t look at him.

“And that’s a problem?” he asked. His voice was low and dangerous, but I wasn’t scared of him.

“I’m his…”

“Gavin, my tutor,” I sighed. “His family is paying me to help him catch up.”

“Do I not pay you enough?” he asked.

“You pay me fine, but—”

“Then why are you looking for another job?” he pressed.

“He interrupted me before I could finish my sentence.

‘I wasn’t looking for another job,’ I said. ‘My professor asked me for a favor and mentioned it was a paid opportunity. I decided to take her up on that offer.’

‘You could…'”

“I’ve told her you have other obligations.”

He stood directly in front of me, and I could feel his gaze fixed on my face. I pressed my lips into a thin line and lifted my eyes to meet his.

“I told you…”

“I have another tutoring job,” I told him, “but I can fit in tutoring Lukas around my schedule. Matthew will always be my first priority; you know that.”

Gavin listened carefully to what I said. I could almost see the wheels turning in his mind as he thought about my words.

I stood my ground. I knew I wasn’t wrong. Maybe I should have told Gavin that Lukas would be coming over to study, but other than that, I felt justified in my actions. I wasn’t going to back down.

Gavin swallowed hard, his throat tightening as he tried to find the right words.

“Why was he touching you?” he asked suddenly, his eyes wide with concern.

His question caught me off guard. I hadn’t expected him to directly address the real reason for my discomfort. I hesitated, unsure of how to respond.

He seemed upset, but there was also a surprising hint of vulnerability in his voice.

I frowned at his question.

“What?” I asked.

“Don’t make me repeat myself, Judy,” he replied, his jaw clenched. He looked tense, and I could sense the struggle behind his words.

I was shocked when he suddenly knelt down in front of me. Now, he was at eye level with me while I was seated on my couch. “Why was he touching you?” he asked again, his voice firm but curious.

Chapter 422

This time, his voice was different.

My stomach flipped as the atmosphere grew softer and more intimate.

The fight inside me was quickly fading when I noticed the hurt flash in his eyes.

“I…,” I began to say, but I didn’t know what to express. I was confused by my feelings.

The mighty Lycan showed a surprising level of vulnerability. “It was just a hug goodbye,” I said to him, my voice softer than I meant it to be.

He placed his hands on my hips, and I felt a shiver run through me from his touch.

“Did he touch you anywhere else?” he asked, his voice low. Although there was a hint of danger in his tone, it seemed to have faded almost completely. “No, of course not,” I replied softly. “It was only a hug, Gavin.”

He wrapped his arms around my waist and pulled me close. Instinctively, I wrapped my legs around him. He buried his face in my neck and took a deep breath, as if he wanted to remember my scent. When he finally let go, I could feel the warmth of the moment linger between us.

It was a sudden and intense release. I could feel the warmth of his breath on my neck and the gentle touch of his lips moving along my collarbone.

“I never want to walk in on you with another man again,” he said. “Do you…”

“Do you understand me?” he whispered, holding me tightly. His grip wasn’t painful, but it felt possessive and exciting in all the right ways. I could feel a rush of warmth and desire within me.

“Understood, Alpha,” I replied.

“I said softly and seductively.

And if I ever catch Lukas Merryweather on my property again… I will kill him.”