My Professor Is My Alpha Mate

Third Person POV

Not far from Bethany and Enzo’s table, the waiter was returning with their water when he saw that Miss Bethany was sprinkling something in Alpha Enzo’s drink.

The waiter nearly dropped the tray of water when he saw her doing this. Enzo was nowhere in sight; he didn't even have guards with him.

Why was Miss Bethany doing such a cruel thing?

The waiter went over to the table and gently placed Enzo’s glass of water beside his wine cup. Bethany was typing something into her phone as if she didn't just drug the Alpha’s cup moments ago.

Just as the waiter was about to place Bethany's cup down, he pretended to accidentally trip and knocked her water over. It landed on the table, and on her lap.

She shot to her feet quickly; fury radiating in her eyes.

"You stupid buffoon!” she growled. “Look what you did?! How can you be so clumsy!? Weren't you properly trained??”

“I'm so sorry, Miss Bethany. I don't know what happened,” the waiter said as he quickly grabbed some napkins.

She snatched the napkins angrily from his hands and began to wipe the water off her lap, muttering something of profanity under her breath.

While she was distracted the waiter took the opportunity to switch the wine glasses.

Once Bethany recovered from the spill and the water was dry, the waiter received an alert through his earpiece that their meals were ready in the kitchen.

“I'm going to grab your meals. Again, I am so sorry. I'll bring you some more wine, on the house.” She snarled at him; her eyes glowing as her wolf was resisting the urge to tear his throat out.

He swallowed the lump in his throat and bowed his head to her as he hurried to the kitchen.

Enzo finished washing his hands and left the bathroom. As he walked back to the table, he passed by the waiter who looked seemingly stressed out.

It was like he had seen a ghost.

He wondered what was wrong, but he didnt stop long enough to ask. He hurriedly rushed past Enzo and toward the kitchen.

“It's just been a long night,” I told him.

“I don't like it when you frown like that,” he said, stepping closer to me. “Is there anything I can do to help you?”

“I think I just need to get some rest,” I told him.

"How about dinner? I was just about to head to the diner,” he explained. “Did you eat anything?” Brianna shook her head, which resulted in an angry look from me.

"You have to eat. Let's get something to eat,” he said, reaching for my hand.

“I'm not that hungry,” I told him

“I won't take no for an answer,” he said, folding his arms across his chest. He glanced at Bri. “You can come too.”

I sighed; my stomach growling gave away my hunger. With all the excitement of the day, I had completely forgotten to eat. I looked over at Brianna who gave me a small smile and nudged me toward Brody.

“You two go ahead; I'm going to get some rest. I had a big lunch,” she said, waving us away.

I didn't want to leave Bri behind, but I knew I wasn't going to convince her to come with us. So, I went with Brody alone to a small and casual diner where we ordered some food.

I tried to keep a smile on my face, but I knew the sorrow was seeping into my eyes.

“Did you not have fun shopping today?” He asked with a timid frown once it was clear I wasn't going to say anything.

I looked at him, surprised, which caused him to laugh.

“Becca told me,” he said with a shrug.

That made sense: I let myself laugh lightly.

“I did. It's just been a long day,” I told him.

It didn’t seem like he bought that though.

“Regardless, you should always remember to eat,” he said, eyeing my face carefully. “But lucky for you, I'm here to remind you.”

I couldn't help but smile; he was incredibly sweet, and I liked that he cared about me. He's proved that in more ways than I could count.

But my mind and my wolf couldn't stop thinking about Enzo.

“You know I'm always here when you need to talk... right?” Brody asked.

I smiled at him and nodded.

“Thank you,” I said in return.

We finished our meals, and we headed back to campus. It was late in the evening and Bri would be waiting for me in my dorm.

As I reached campus, I sensed Enzo nearby.

He must be back from his date. Val groaned at the very thought and rolled over in defeat and agony.

Just as we got to the dorms, Brody paused for a moment.

“I'm glad you came out with me tonight,” he said. “Thank you for letting me feed you.”

I laughed.

“You act like I'm a charity case,” I said, peering up at him.

"You are certainly no charity case, Lila. But I'll take any opportunity to spend time with you... friend or not. I'm glad to get to know you.”

I smiled up at him, unsure of what to say.

Soon, he leaned down and kissed me gently on the cheek.

Just as he parted from me, I looked over his shoulder and saw Enzo staring at me.