CHAPTER 216: BOOK A FLIGHT

(Author’s POV)

Nora stared at her phone for quite a while. Closing her eyes, she mumbled, "How has our lifelong friendship shaken like a dried leaf."

Her wolf, Aura muttered inside her head, ’At least, she didn’t dismiss us like before. Slowly and steadily, everything will turn out to be fine,’ she consoled Nora who was sulking after that phone call. ’Also, Myra is in Damona, whenever we want to meet her, we can just fly back there.’

"You are right, baby steps, one step at a time and soon, everything will be back, just how it used to be," Nora mumbled under her breath. ’She is just a flight away, anyway.’

’That’s the spirit. Now don’t sulk. Brave has finally woken up and you have spoken with Myra. It is a good day, worth celebrating,’ Aura suggested.

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In the Everests Cooperation, Noah was settled in his office. Him and Matthew, his beta, were discussing something when a knock was heard on the door. He straightened his posture and in his aloof and business-like voice said, "Come in."

Alaric, clad up in classic charcoal hued three-piece business attire, came in, "Father, you called." He kept his tone professional as he stood in front of them.

"Yes, take a seat. I have something to discuss with you," Noah uttered.

Alaric complied and settled opposite his father. After giving Matthew some instructions, Noah dismissed him. Now with him and Alaric alone in his office, crossing his leg, he leaned back and looked at his son for a while. Then he muttered, "How is the progress on that redevelopment project going? When can we start?"

"Both the planning teams are to submit their revised plans this evening. There were some errors but nothing difficult to resolve. As soon as the plan is finalized, we can start the ground work," Alaric briefed him about the project.

"Hmm~ ..... good. Make sure it is done with this week. I have high expectation from this project and you, Alaric. It will solidify our stake in construction and redevelopment business, so keep a close look on it. There shouldn’t be any mistake," Noah gave him advise, his cold as ice. When it was business Noah didn’t wanted any single error. He and Sara had tirelessly worked hard to create this cooperation.

"Yes, father. I won’t disappoint you," Alaric said confidently. This large-scale project was highly advertised and marketed by the Everests Cooperation’s public relations, so all the media houses, their competitor companies and even their rival packs were watching every move like a hawk. Even a small mistake would be nitpicked and ruthlessly criticized. And despite all that, Noah had handed over the entire project to Alaric. So, Alaric wanted excel in it. This was his chance.

Noah nodded and added, "Book a flight for Damona. You need to visit the place for that project anyway. Also, visit the Miracle’s as well and give our family’s regards. They have helped Nora a lot and with Ms. Miracle’s help, Brave had woken up too." When he mentioned the Miracle’s, his usually stoic and stern voice had a fragment of softness in it.

When his father mentioned Damona and said to visit Myra’s home, Alaric’s heart leapt like a frog. Alex, inside him, was jumping and squealing in joy as if he had won a gazillion dollar race, ’Finally, we have a reason to go and see our mate. How will she react? I sure she will be surprised to see us there. Ohhh my dear moon goddess, I can’t wait to take that long flight to our mate.’

The lovesick fool inside Alaric was irritating him. He growled at his wolf to make him shut up but Alex was beyond thrilled and continued fawning over Myra.

’Alaric .... Alar~ic?" Noah called out to him. Alaric snapped out of his bickering with Alex and replied, "Yes, father. I will surely visit the Miracle’s and show gratitude towards them."

"And about Brave .... your mother and I have discussed this with Greg and for now, no one should mention about that incident to Brave. If Ms. Miracle was really his destined mate, him or his wolf wouldn’t have forgotten that part," Noah instructed.

Though, Noah didn’t show it, he was worried about Brave’s mental well-being. He knew how much his son had suffered in his past relationship. So, he concluded that Brave must have called out for Hannah and Nora might have misunderstood the scenario.

Alaric nodded but inside he was conflicted. He had seen how much Myra had an effect on Brave. Her mere voice was enough to create a ruckus and how he calmed down when he sniffed Myra’s blood. It may not be because of the mate bond but there surely was a connection between Myra and his twin. The mere thought out it made his heart itch with something unspeakable.

"Okay, you may leave now," with that Noah dismissed Alaric as well.

Alaric went back to his office in daze, his mind drifting off to Myra every now and then. Amanda who was already waiting outside his office called him out, "COO Everests, I have something to~ COO Everests?"

He ignored her or rather he didn’t hear her and settled in his chair, his expression still dazed. She called out again, "COO Everests?"

Alaric jolted back from his thoughts and looked at his secretary who had a concerned expression etched on her face, "What?"

She cleared her throat and said, "The luncheon meeting you have with the Sterling organization’s head, they have requested us to reschedule it." As she finished her words, she looked at his boss with nervousness. Alaric was prone to having terrible mood swings, especially from the past few days he has been in horrible mood and everyone in the office have been treading on thin ice around him.

But to her utter surprise, Alaric said, "Reschedule it for tomorrow then."

Amanda was left speechless at how readily he had agreed.

"If there is nothing else, you may return to your desk," though his words were stern, the edge wasn’t there. "And also, remind both the planning teams that they have to submit their proposals by evening."

"Yes, COO Everests. I will remind them," with that she gave him a slight bow and exited his office.

Time went in a flash and soon it was evening.

In the vast conference room, Marion Sharp, Planning Team A’s Head was presenting her teams new and improvised proposal for the redevelopment plan in Damona. She tried to sound confident but every now and then she would sneak glances at Alaric, who was settled at the head of the conference table, "The place will have plenty of space for outdoor activities such as gardening, perfect for elderly people."

Alaric nodded and urged her to continued further, which was surprising for her. Even the other employees present inside the conference room were stunned by Alaric’s gesture. Marion soon finished her presentation and stood erect in front of Alaric.

Adam Han and his team had already presented their plan earlier. So, every eye in the room was on Alaric, waiting for him to say something. He leaned forward and settled his elbows firmly on the glass table, he said, "There are still some things that need change."

Marion gulped hard. Alaric continued, "But the adjustment can be made. It is settled. Amanda, Marion and I are going to depart for Damona day after tomorrow. Amanda, schedule the flight."

Marion gasped at his words. All the eyes which were staring at their COO widened, ’Was that an approval?’

Amanda nodded, "Yes, COO Everests." Marion was still in shock. She was rooted to her spot. When Alaric exited the conference room and everyone came to congratulate her, she came out of reverie. The joy on her face was blissful.

Everyone then started gossiping about their boss, "Have you noticed something odd with COO Everests today? He didn’t lash out or scolded anyone. Neither did he criticized ruthlessly. It is quite unlike his usual self."

Another employee added, "Yes, I have noticed it too. He seems to be in a good mood. What might had happened for someone like the ice prince to be in such a mood?"

"Maybe he has finally got a girl or something. He is a human too, can’t always make that scrunched up face," another employee said, their expression gleeful.

"Nahh, COO won’t react like this because of a mere girl. Whatever his personality might be or no matter how rude he may be to us, he is the most sort after bachelor with his brothers. He is smart, his looks are top notch and he is filthy rich. Girls are dying to be with him. There has to be something else," the employees were in full swing.

Amanda coughed and gave them a stern expression, "Stop gossiping and go back to work all of you. Don’t indulge in nonsense like that."

With her warning, everyone scattered like a herd of deer.

To Be Continued . . . . . . . .