escape plan 1
🌙 Inside the Alpha’s Den 🌙
Flora
flora stared at the beastman in front of her, her mind replaying his words over and over.
Flora
She straightened up, ignoring the soreness in her body.
Flora
“I don’t remember signing a contract, buddy,” she huffed.
Wolfy
The Alpha’s golden eyes narrowed.
Wolfy
“You were half-dead in the forest.” He crossed his arms. “If I didn’t bring you here, something else would’ve eaten you.”
Flora
Laura shuddered. Okay, fair point. But still—
Flora
“I appreciate the save, but I’m not some helpless little thing you can just claim.”
Wolfy
“You can’t even stand.”
Flora
“…That’s not the point.”
Wolfy
The Alpha smirked. Smirked. As if he was enjoying watching her struggle.
system
Alpha’s amusement level: 15%
system
Why is that a measurable thing?!
Flora
Taking a deep breath, she forced a polite smile.
Flora
“Alright, Mr. Wolfman. Thanks for the rescue. I’ll be going now.”
Flora
She moved to stand—only for her legs to give out immediately.
Before she could hit the ground, strong arms caught her mid-fall.
Warmth. Strength. His scent—like fresh pine and the crisp air before a storm—washed over her.
Wolfy
"…You just fell into my arms." His smirk deepened. "Is this your way of accepting me?"
Flora
flora Almost choked.
Flora
"Excuse me?! I tripped!"
Flora
"IT WAS AN ACCIDENT."
Wolfy
His grip didn’t loosen, and the way he looked at her—like he was completely unbothered—was making her want to scream.
Flora
Escape Plan: Activate.
Flora
flora suddenly shoved at his chest—which was rock solid, unfairly warm, and didn’t budge an inch.
Flora
What is this man made of, steel?!
Flora
She gritted her teeth. Fine. If brute force wouldn’t work, she’d be sneaky.
Flora
"Anyway, I should rest!" she said quickly, plastering on a fake yawn. "Long day. Super tired. You can go now. Shoo."
Wolfy
The Alpha raised an eyebrow but, to her relief, stepped back.
Flora
Yes. That’s right. Back away, mister. I am totally going to sleep and NOT plotting an escape.
Flora
She waited until he turned toward the entrance of the den before silently creeping toward the window.
Flora
She could see the village beyond, the trees swaying under the night sky. If she could just get out, she could hide and—
Flora
A large hand casually grabbed the back of her collar.
Wolfy
"Running away?" The Alpha’s voice was laced with amusement.
Flora
"Nope!" she squeaked. "Just… stretching my legs!"
Wolfy
He slowly turned her around, looking entirely unimpressed.
Wolfy
“You can’t even walk.”
Flora
"That’s just a minor detail."
Wolfy
"And where exactly were you planning to go?” He leaned down slightly, his golden eyes practically glowing.
Flora
flora opened her mouth, then shut it.
Flora
...Yeah. She had no idea.
Flora
Before she could come up with a believable lie, he sighed and—to her complete shock—he lifted her up again.
Flora
Not roughly. Not mockingly. Just… effortlessly, like it was the most natural thing in the world.
Wolfy
“Sleep.” His voice was softer this time. “You’re safe here.”
Flora
No one had ever told her that before.
Flora
A strange warmth settled in her chest, but she shoved it down quickly.
Flora
"I’m still escaping first thing in the morning," she grumbled.
Flora
He let out a low chuckle.
system
Alpha’s amusement level: 50%
Flora
But despite her complaints, as she sank into the soft furs, her body finally gave in to exhaustion
Flora
For the first time since arriving in this world… she slept.
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