Chapter 83
Cecilia’s pov
“If you dare to dream it, you can have it p>
Was he mocking my simple wishes?
Did he think I was being childish for wanting someone like Liam in my life?
Liam smiled warmly nearby, obviously pleased by Alpha Sebastian’s words.
The genuine happiness on his face made me wonder if I had misinterpreted Alpha Sebastian’s tone.
After breakfast, Liam drove us to the airport.
Our destination was Colorado Springs – a place I hadn’t visited often, though I remembered it for its beautiful scenery and crisp mountain air.
Alpha Sebastian and I took a commercial flight, sitting in first class naturally.
He spent most of the journey reviewing documents while I pretended to read a novel, trying not to be hyperaware of his presence beside me.
From the airport, we took a private car deep into the mountains.
The total investment exceeded $2.3 billion, with Silver Peak Pack owning sixty percent and Remy’s company controlling the remaining forty.
As we drove further from the city, the landscape opened up.
Fluffy white clouds floated against an endless blue sky.
The rhythmic motion of the car and the peaceful scenery lulled me into relaxation.
My eyelids grew heavy p>
I felt myself leaning toward the window as sleep overtook me.
Then a large, warm hand gently cradled my head, carefully repositioning it.
The scent of sandalwood enveloped me as my cheek met something firm yet comfortable.
I don’t know how long we drove like that.
When I finally stirred awake, we were deep in the mountains.
My bleary eyes took in the misty forests and distant peaks through the window.
It looked like something from another world – ethereal and dreamlike.
*Beautiful*, I thought, adjusting my position to get more comfortable.
That’s when I realized something wasn’t quite right about my “headrest.” What kind of luxury seat was this warm, fragrant, with just the right balance of firmness and give?
I slowly turned my stiff neck, only to see a crisp white shirt, and above it, a strong jawline and Adam’s apple.
My heart plummeted.
“Sleep well?” came a deep voice from above me, his breath warm against my hair.
I smoothed my hair while babbling, “Oh my, I can’t believe I fell asleep! Must be because Harper made me watch that horror movie last night. I barely got any rest p>
I hoped my nervous chatter would somehow erase the mortifying fact that I’d been sleeping in my boss’s arms.
Alpha Sebastian nodded with understanding. “Ah, that explains it.
I wondered why you kept nuzzling into my chest while you slept. Horror movie aftereffects, of course p>
My eyes widened to saucers.
The driver looked equally shocked in the rearview mirror.
The words “kept burrowing into my chest” played on repeat in my mind, each repetition more horrifying than the last.
I. Kept. Nuzzling. Into. His. CHEST p>
No. Impossible.
I shot a desperate glance at the driver, silently begging for contradiction.
Our eyes met in the mirror, and he gave a small, guilty nod of confirmation.
That tiny gesture felt like a sledgehammer to my dignity.
After a moment of frozen horror, I turned to face Alpha Sebastian with all the solemnity of someone walking to their execution.
“Alpha Sebastian,” I said gravely, “If this happens again, you should immediately push me away. Wake me up forcefully. Or just… I don’t know, slap me awake p>
Yes, I’d made a mistake, but wasn’t he equally at fault?
He could have taken measures! Why had he allowed me to use him as a human pillow?
Alpha Sebastian’s expression turned benevolent. “I don’t make a habit of abusing my employees p>
I pressed my lips together, completely lost for words.
What was I supposed to say—”Please humiliate me, Alpha Sebastian, I’m totally into that p>
Yeah, no. That sounded way too much like a bad line from a BDSM fanfic.
I turned my head and stared out the window, deciding silence was my safest move.
The rest of the ride passed in awkward, suffocating quiet.
Author’s pov
The car climbed higher into the mountains, following a beautifully maintained road that had been carved through the wilderness at great expense.
Despite being deep in the forest, the infrastructure was carefully designed to complement the mysterious, secluded atmosphere.
Antique-style bronze lamps lined the route, positioned to create a magical ambiance when lit during foggy evenings or misty mornings.
In winter, when snow covered the ground, the whole area transformed into a fairytale wonderland.
The car finally stopped in front of the main building of a private lodge within the resort.
A welcoming committee was already assembled outside.
Alpha Sebastian and Cecilia stepped out of the vehicle and were immediately greeted by the project manager and chief engineer, along with their respective teams.
“Alpha Sebastian, welcome. We’re honored by your visit,” the project manager stepped forward eagerly.
The resort was under Silver Peak Pack’s management, so the project manager reported to Alpha Sebastian’s company, while the chief engineer had been jointly appointed by both investing parties.
Alpha Sebastian acknowledged them with a nod before striding inside. The entourage followed quickly behind.
Once inside, Cecilia was introduced to the key personnel.
The project manager was Marcus Reid, and the chief engineer was Howard Fleming.
By now it was 12:40 PM, and a lavish feast awaited in the main building’s banquet hall.
Alpha Sebastian was escorted to the hall.
Throughout the meal, half the conversation consisted of obvious flattery.
They didn’t yet understand Alpha Sebastian’s management style and were applying the same approach that had worked with Remy and Wiley during previous inspection visits.
After lunch, Marcus led Alpha Sebastian and Cecilia to their accommodations.
As they rode in a tour cart toward the villa area, Marcus informed Alpha Sebastian that Remy had arrived yesterday afternoon with quite an entourage.
“He called them distinguished guests- said it would be like a soft opening for the resort,” Marcus explained.
Alpha Sebastian’s brow furrowed slightly. “Where are they now p>
Sensing the Alpha Sebastian’s displeasure, Marcus became bolder with his complaints. “They’ve taken over the lakeside villas. Made noise all night long. I imagine they’re still sleeping off their… activities p>
“He brought fourteen people, ten of them young women p>
He continued. “They held some wild party in Remy’s main villa. When the cleaning staff went in this morning he lowered his voice, “there were condoms everywhere p>
Alpha Sebastian and Cecilia both fell silent, expressions frozen.
Cecilia couldn’t help herself. “Is Remy even… physically capable of that much exertion at his age p>
Marcus shrugged. “Who knows? Look, I can’t really say much. Remy’s an investor. If he wants to bring people here, what can I do p>
Alpha Sebastian’s expression darkened considerably.[ What the hell is Remy playing at p>
Cecilia’s pov
The tour cart stopped in front of a villa built in a traditional style, exuding tranquility and old-world charm.
“Alpha Sebastian, we heard you prefer quiet surroundings, so we’ve arranged this place for you. Is it suitable?” Marcus asked.
“It’s fine,” Alpha Sebastian nodded.
Marcus carried our luggage inside, then said, “Alpha Sebastian, please rest this afternoon. I’ll check if Remy and his group are awake. Once they’re up, Howard and I will take everyone on a tour of the resort p>
The resort inspection process typically took over forty days, but Alpha Sebastian and Remy were just making ceremonial appearances.
“Proceed as planned,” Alpha Sebastian replied coolly.
I smiled at Marcus. “Please contact me once you’ve made the arrangements p>
“Of course,” Marcus said. He pulled out his phone. “May I add your contact information, Secretary Cecilia p>
“Certainly,” I agreed.
I noticed Alpha Sebastian’s eyes turn frosty as he observed the barely concealed enthusiasm on Marcus’s face.
The temperature in the room seemed to drop several degrees.
What had gotten into him?
It was just a simple exchange of contact information for work purposes.
Surely he didn’t think p>