Chapter Eleven Julian's POV : I had chosen a rooftop restaurant , one that overlooked the entire city , it was a romantic and beautiful sight but she had all my attention . " You look really beautiful tonight , " I said as I pulled the chair for her to sit " Thank you , " came her response as the waiter came over , taking our orders . While eating , I tried my best to converse more with her . She was polite , engaging , and charming . And yet . Something felt off Slowly , she leaned forward , narrowing ! her eyes at me as she bit her lower lips , making me feel giddy . " Why did you ask me out on a date right after you argued with Damien ? " she asked I raised a brow , as I took a sip of my wine , " What do you mean ? " " What's going on between you both ? " she demanded , looking as cute as an angry kitten . " Are you trying to use me as kind of tool or pawn in your game to get back at him ? Because if you are I do not .. " A smirk curled at my lips . " Blunt and sharp like a blade I like that . " " Answer the question , Julian she fired back at me some I chuckled , as I stared back at her somewhat intoxicating eyes . " Well , it seems like you also have a beef with Damien , considering how quickly you accepted my request my gaze locked deeply into hers . " You only accepted my offer to get a reaction out of him , isn't that right Elara ? " Her pupils dilated at my words ' gotcha ' I inwardly declared as she rested her back towards her chair and glared at me " So I think I also have the right to ask , what are you on about ? " She folded her arms in what seemed like defeat " Well , I asked you first " she murmured . I took another sip of my wine , while she ran a hand through her hair before staring at me with a more serious Alright fine let's take turns , I'll grab first how do you know Damien , you guys seemed a bit .. " My jaw tightened " Damien and I were the best of friends . " " What ? " She stated at me in shock " You and Damien ? " expression . 1 nodded as I let out a chuckle , shaking my head . " Caspian and Damien are close because they have to be . Caspian is destined . to be Damien's Beta when he takes over as Alpha . That bond is forged by duty ." " So what went wrong between both of you ? " She leaned in towards me her eyes wide in anticipation of what I would say next " I and Damien on the other hand , became friends because we genuinely liked the same things . We had the same ambitions and the same drive . We were practically inseparable " my expression darkened . " I never expected that liking the same things would be what would tear us apart . " She stared at me waiting for me to spill more ten " What was it ? " +25 BONUS " Shouldn't it be my turn to ask you a question , little kitten ? " I asked her " Hmm Go on , " she answered " Could you tell me the reason why you despise Damien ? " I asked , immediately " Something about him just .. irks me . Every time I see him , I feel strange . Like my body remembers something my mind doesn't . " she calmly spoke as she poured herself a glass of wine I studied her for a while and she was being honest . " Well , " I murmured , taking another sip of wine . That's interesting " My turn . " she happily said , clearing her throat as she pouted her lips staring at me " What came between you and Damien ? " Before I could make up an excuse as to why I couldn't answer her question , my phone rang . Saved by my phone ring " Excuse me , " I said to her as I picked up the call " Mmmm , I'll be right there " I stared at her for a while . " Is it okay if we have dinner some other time ? " I said as I sweetly stared at her She frowned " But we just got here ? What happened ? " " Family issue , " I replied " I hope it's nothing serious ? " she said with a bit of concern and worry laced in her voice " No one died , " I said , forcing a smile but I have to head to my Pack . " * Til drop you somewhere close to your hostel so you can walk the rest of the way unnoticed , I wouldn't want your friends ripping you apart , " I added She stared at me in confusion and scoffed . " I thought we were hitting it off ? What exactly is going on ?" 1 didn't respond instead I got up and headed towards the exit . " Let's leave . " She calmly got up up and walked behind me , her face was every shade of anger By the time we reached my car , I could feel her anger and confusion intensity but she didn't say a word as I opened the door for her and hurried into the car and started the engine . My grip on the steering wheel tightened , as I began to drive off in the direction of her hostel . The drive was filled with silence , a and I could feel her frustration grow with every passing second but she said nothing . " You can drop me off here " She coldly said . " I don't think it's safe , I know I had said I wouldn't drop you in front of your hostel but it's late .. " It's fine , just stop the car " " Seriously , Elara ? I'm sorry about our date being cut short , I had a great time and I promise to make it up to you " I tried my best to remain calm " Let me drop you off , knowing fully well you're fine " She stared out the window unbothered by my y words . " Look for somewhere to park your car , so I can get out and you can That was about it , I chuckled . " Shut up Elara , there's no way I'm letting you walk this distance on your own TM Without another word 1 stepped on the gas and drove towards her hostel . -25 BONUS Leaving her with no other choice , I dropped her in front of her hostel and drove off Immediately she stepped out of the car . The night was just getting started