Chapter 80 Marcus… Let Me In.

Chapter 80 Marcus… Let Me In.
Elena Pov

“M-Marcus?!”

I cried out and tried to push him away, but the grip around my waist tightened even more. He pushed me back, then twirled me around so that I was now facing him.

“Uhh— Hmmph!”

My eyes were closed, while my two palms were on his naked chest. I couldn’t see him, but my senses sharpened at this point.

I could feel his hot breath on my face. My ears twitched at his loud and heavy breathing, the skin on my waist tingled beneath his warm palm. His domineering scent lingered around my nose and filled my senses, making my knees go weak.

I gasped, then tried to push him, but he didn’t even budge.

The room became silent.

Moments passed, then my eyes quivered and slowly opened. I raised my head, and met his eyes.

My body stiffened.

His eyes were red. They shone even in the dark. He didn’t move or do anything, he just stared at me deeply, like a beast studying its food.

I felt chills run down my spine.

My brain was running fast. I couldn’t understand what was going on.

Was it the sickness? Maybe… a fever?

But can an ordinary fever make a powerful SS+ Alpha become this way?

But if this isn’t a fever, then what is it—

Suddenly, my thoughts slowed as my eyes caught something. My eyes slowly went wide. I couldn’t take my eyes away from his neck.

A patch on Marcus’s neck glowed quietly. At first, it wasn’t obvious, but soon, it became blinding. It glowed like something was about to escape. It was enchanting, and my body couldn’t help but tremble at the sight.

Just then, I felt the hand around my waist stiffen. I snapped back to my senses, then looked up.

With the glowing light from the patch, I could see Marcus’s face clearly now. His red eyes shone, his lips parted slightly as he breathed heavily, his pheromones swirled gently in front of him, then he snapped his eyes shut.

His jaw tightened so hard that the muscles along his face twitched. The hand around my waist trembled slightly, as though he was fighting with every bit of strength he had left.

For a moment, my blood ran cold.

What’s going on?

I raised my hand slowly to touch his face, but just as my hand reached his chin, the hand around my waist loosened and my hand was grabbed.

Startled, I gasped, then looked up only to meet Marcus’s eyes.

“What are you doing here?”

He growled and squeezed my hand.

My heart trembled.

He seemed conscious now.

Just then, I frowned and struggled away from his hold.

“You’re hurting me, Marcus,” I cried out.

Immediately, he glanced at my hand, his eyes darkened, then he released me instantly. His fingers curled into a fist by his side. For a brief second, something that looked like guilt flashed through his eyes before it disappeared.

My head lowered as I stared at the bruise that had formed around my wrist. My eyes shook as confusion flashed quickly across them.

Neither of us spoke.

The silence stretched between us until it almost became painful.

Moments later, I raised my head and stared at Marcus, whose back was now facing me.

He stood tall and gallant, wearing only black trousers that sat slightly below his waist as though he was sagging. My eyes slowly trailed from his black, sexy boxers that peeked through his trousers, to his solid back, which was covered with a fierce dragon tattoo.

My throat rolled, and my mouth went dry as I caught the sweat that dripped down to the mouth of the dragon.

Sexy.

I blinked heavily, then pushed down the tingling feeling about to explode. Finally, I stopped at the glowing patch, which was now seeping out heavy pheromones.

Marcus stood there without moving, but his clenched fists and uneven breathing told a different story. Every breath sounded heavier than the last, as though he was forcing himself not to turn around.

“Who let you come here? Leave.”

His hoarse voice cut off my thoughts.

My fingers twisted my shirt.

“I—”

“Don’t say anything anymore.” His voice sharpened. “Just leave.”

My eyes stung painfully. My heart twisted.

I looked at Marcus’s back, then at the patch that seemed to be glowing even more brightly.

Looking at the pheromones around him, I could already guess what was going on. 

His shoulders rose and fell with every rough breath. Even from behind, I could see how hard he was trying to stay in control.

This made my heart ache even more.

I swallowed hard, but the tears burning in my eyes refused to fall.

“But… why?” I clenched my fist and glared at his back. “Why should I leave?”

Marcus’s body stiffened.

I didn’t know what came over me, but I took one step closer.

“I came here because I was worried about you. Do you know how scared I was when Nexus told me you were ill?! Do you?!”

Marcus turned around swiftly. His face was cold as he raised an eyebrow.

“Nexus asked you to come to my room?”

I didn’t know why he asked, but I nodded.

Marcus’s face twisted. Rage flashed through his eyes as he gritted his teeth.

“Idiot!” he cursed. “Can’t even follow proper instructions.”

He finally looked up and laid his sharp eyes on me. “I don’t need you here. I told you to leave, so… leave before I lose control.”

I bit my lower lip. “I won’t leave.”

“Elena!!”

“Don’t yell my name!” I roared back. “Why do you always try to send me away when you’re facing something difficult?! Isn’t it just your rut period?!”

Marcus’s eyes darkened. He glared at me dangerously.

“Just my rut?” he whispered, low but dangerous.

But I couldn’t care less about that. I just wanted to vent. So I glared back at him.

“I don’t care what it is. But I have had enough of this push and pull. One moment you’re on top of me, and the next… you’re pushing me away. Marcus…”

I took a step forward, my eyes staring at him deeply. Tears streamed down my face.

This wasn’t the first time I had confessed to him. But… None of those moments had ever looked like this.

“I love you! What don’t you understand?!” I roared. “I want to be with you. No—you’re mine, and I won’t let anyone have you except me! Only I am allowed to have you!”

His eyes glowed.

His breathing hitched for just a second before becoming even rougher.

“Elena!”

“Don’t interrupt me when I speak!”

My roar echoed through the room. Even Marcus showed a shocked expression for the first time.

But… I have had enough. I don’t want to continue this game anymore. This has to end, and today…

My eyes trailed to the patch on his neck, which was glowing even more brightly.

If I remove it…

What if I make everything worse?

My fingers trembled.

But if I did nothing… Marcus would continue suffering.

My fingers clenched.

“Marcus, I fell in love with you before I became an adult. I understand that you were right to reject me then, but…” I sniffed quietly, then with my eyes locked on his confused ones, I began to walk closer to him. Quietly…

“…I’m an adult now. I’m 21 years old and should be allowed to date who I want.”

He closed his eyes for a brief second, as though searching for the right words.

“No. You’re too young for this. Elena…” Marcus breathed heavily. “…things are more complicated than you see. I’m more dangerous than you expect. Besides… Do you know how your father would feel if he knew… knew about this? What if—”

“I don’t care!”

Before he could stop me, I covered the remaining steps and rushed into his arms, pushing him back a bit. I hugged his waist tightly and buried my face against his chest.

Marcus stiffened. He placed his hands on my shoulders as if he wanted to push me away, but he suddenly stopped.

My eyelashes trembled, and I hugged him even more tightly.

“Marcus, this is between us, and we shouldn’t care about what others think.” I rubbed my face against his chest. “I love you. Though I don’t know how you feel about me, but… just know I love you.”

I raised my head and looked into his surging eyes.

“Marcus, please… allow me to accompany you. I’m really strong. I can take it all. Why…” my voice cracked. “Why don’t you give me a chance? Please… let me in.”

With this, I stood on my toes and pressed my lips against his.

Marcus went still. His eyes widened slightly, but I didn’t care. Instead, I parted his lips and slipped my tongue in.

The kiss wasn’t long. But the emotions at that moment were something I couldn’t explain.

Then…

Just when I thought he would remain stiff forever… I felt his fingers slowly tighten around my waist.

His breathing caught.

A second later…

He kissed me back.

My eyes slowly opened. I looked at Marcus, who had closed his eyes as he returned my kiss. He still hadn’t realized what I was about to do.

Something flickered across my eyes, then—

Slash!

I removed the patch on his neck.