Part 4

Taylor's POV

"Excuse me, Mr. Hunt. I believe that this should only be known to me and Mr. Miller. I don't know why he told you about our private affair but this matter is none of your business," the alpha let out a sigh as he seemed like he wanted to finish the talk at the exact moment, and I was baffled at the accusation he just threw at Kayden.

Is this guy serious right now?

"Excuse me? Did you just say that Kayden was the one who told me about the situation between you two?"

"Did he not?" he showed not even an ounce of guilt at the question he just asked, and I felt anger rising up within me.

Wow, what a scum.

He really didn't know Kayden at all.

How can Kayden stay with someone who didn't even try to get to know him for this long?

"He did not. I did not hear this from his mouth, so don't you ever talk like he was someone who'd easily tattle his private life to others like that," I spoke out firm, feeling rage getting up to my head when this Kleinhaus dared to look down on Kayden.

I felt his gaze getting sharp at my outburst, but I didn't even flinch, far from affected.

He was an alpha indeed, but so do I.

If he wanted to get into a fight just because he was offended that I raised my voice at him, I can entertain that, because I was getting angry thinking of how he treated Kayden as well.

"He wouldn't even let me know about this forever if I hadn't accidentally visited his place after one of your sessions, and saw him crying his eyes out due to the pain. Not to mention, alone," I kept my eyes on Jay the whole time, and so did he.

The flashback of the first time I discovered Kayden in that pitiful condition passed through my mind in a flash and I gritted my teeth harder, getting angrier as time went by.

How could he act so nonchalant after doing that to someone?

And it's not just someone, Kayden is his mate for fuck's sake.

"Did you know how heart-breaking it was to see him bawling like that? Of course you don't, don't you? Because the first thing on your mind after you were finished with Kayden was to go to your office and finish your damn job. Acting like nothing happened the previous night when Kayden had to bear all the consequences of your actions and had to come back to work the next week pretending like nothing happened too," all the words left my mouth with such held in anger, and I was surprised that I could still keep myself together at how boiling I felt my blood now.

I had tried to keep myself composed, but Jay wasn't that stupid to not realize that I was barely keeping it in.

"And do you know what's worse?" I sat up straight before continuing my words.

"The fact that Kayden had to go through his own heat just a few days after he served your rut," I spat the words one by one clearly so that it reached the alpha's head of how much suffering he had brought to the poor omega.

"Heat?" To my surprise, he seemed genuinely shocked after hearing the news.

"For what purpose do you think he asked for a week leave when you know very well that our species, even omegas could heal at a faster rate compared to normal human?" I questioned while leaning my body closer towards the desk, slightly challenging the alpha in front of me.

"And Kayden, he –" I paused, remembering the pained look on Kayden's face.

"He even refused to get help from another alpha. Plenty of unmated alphas would line up to help him, you know how irresistible Kayden's scent is for them, but he rejected all of them. That poor boy didn't want anyone else to touch him unless it was his mate." I squinted my eyes judgingly at Jay to make him feel guiltier.

"He decided to suffer instead. He wasn't even fully healed from your session, but he already had to suffer through his heat alone. Again, I repeat, alone. Without anyone helping him. Every month, Kleinhaus. Every. Fucking. Month. For how long has this been going? Ten months? Do you ever think about this?"

I didn't even realize my actions but when I did, I had already gripped the collar of the young alpha's shirt. Both of us were staring into each other's eyes deadly and standing up with only the desk separating us.

I had to admit that Jay was a very wise and professional alpha indeed. Other alphas might have already kicked my butt for being so rude in their territory.

And he never wavered as well.

He didn't say or do anything when I tried to overpower him, but his eyes never showed any glint of being intimidated.

Only confidence.

And power.

No wonder he could manage such a big company at a young age. The power he exuded was enough to make all his employees regardless of ranking to obey him.

He removed my hand from his collar and stood properly. None of us said anything for a few seconds before I sighed and sat back down to calm my nerves.

"Tell me Kleinhaus," I said as I looked up to the still-standing alpha in front of me.

"Do you even care about Kayden?" questioning, I observed his every reaction to find out how the alpha really felt for my bestfriend.

He might not be as bad as an alpha other than being ruthless towards his omega, but Kayden was more soft-hearted than anyone I've ever known in my life, omega or not.

Thus, I only wished for the best for him.

"Because if you don't, reject him," continuing, I stated seriously.

He seemed conflicted to reach a decision, thus no answer came out from his mouth, but I was glad he had that hesitation. At least I knew that Kayden did meant something to him for Jay not to agree to my word immediately.

"I don't want to see him suffer anymore. Omegas were naturally fragile, but even more so without their mate. It would be devastating for him to be rejected, but it was better than to suffer the constant pain of not being marked. Especially when he was this near to his mate. Kay deserves to live better than this."

He stood still but still didn't utter a single word. I guess he didn't expect to be bombarded with questions like this at all.

I decided to take the hint and leave the alpha alone to think about his treatment towards Kayden.

"Well, thank you for having me and I'm sorry for behaving rudely at your office," getting up from my seat, not even touching the drink that was served to us at the beginning of our meeting earlier.

I was about to walk out but paused when another thought crossed my mind.

"One last thing. If you feel at least a bit care towards Kayden, please show it to him. He would be the happiest omega alive," giving a small nod to inform my leave, I went through the door and walked back to Kayden's house, praying for the best for my friend.