The Omega’s Second Chance Mate

CHAPTER 132 Don't Pay Her Attention

Kasia kicked her door open as she stormed back to her room. 'How could I have let him do that again?' she scolded herself. Kasia paced her room, trying to forget the way he made her feel. She let out a frustrated scream.

'You should just go back there and get it out of your system,' the voice within her head said.

'You just shut up. You're not helping,' Kasia snapped.

The voice laughed and said, 'When did I say I was going to help you? I remember specifically saying I was going to make you suffer.'

"Got dammit!" Kasia groaned. She needed an outlet for the storm of emotions raging inside her, something to silence the questions that were threatening to drive her even more crazy than she was.

Kasia rummaged through her drawers, hastily grabbing workout clothes. As she tugged the tank top over her head and pulled her hair up into a puff, she was reminded of the many times she had sought refuge in physical exertion. It had always helped her find a sense of peace and order when her world felt like it was spiraling out of control.

Kasia made her way to the gym. As she walked, the voice within her head returned as snarky as ever.

"Look at you, running scared," the voice sneered. "You're more of a coward than I thought. You like him. Accept it."

"Shut up," Kasia muttered under her breath, clenching her fists as she pushed open the doors to the gym. The scent of sweat and exertion filled her nostrils, and she welcomed the familiar environment.

"Alright, Kasia," she whispered to herself, taking a deep breath. "Let's work this out of our system."

As she started to stretch, her mind raced with thoughts of Ethan. She couldn't help but wonder why their connection felt so intense. Why was there a connection in the first place? Despite her suspicion that he was hiding something from her, Kasia couldn't shake the nagging feeling that there might be more to their relationship than she was willing to admit. And that thought only fueled her anger and confusion even more.

Determined to push through her emotional turmoil, Kasia threw herself into her workout, hoping that the physical exhaustion would quiet the chaos in her mind.

As Kasia focused on her workout, she spotted Lana and Janet sparring in the corner of the gym. She was surprised to see Lana there, as Lana never really liked training. Scouting was always her forte. Seeing Lana lessened the anger she was feeling and simply made her feel lonely.

"Hey, Lana," Kasia called out, making her way over to them. "Mind if I join you?"

Lana looked up, genuinely surprised but pleased to see her older sister. "Of course," she replied with a warm smile, extending a hand. "It's...it's good seeing you."

Kasia nodded, accepting Lana's offer. As they began to spar, they fell into a rhythm that felt familiar and comforting. It reminded Kasia of the days when they were younger and when they practiced together.

"Look, Kasia," Lana said sincerely, as they paused between moves. "I'm sorry for lying to you. But I want you to know that I did it because I thought it was the right thing to do at the time. I didn't know how to tell you."

Kasia sighed, understanding her sister's motives but still feeling betrayed. "I won't lie and say I understand your reasoning or that I am still not pissed with you about it. But you're my sister. You're all I have. We need to trust each other, so no more secrets."

"No more secrets," Lana agreed.

The arrival of Deanna and her warriors interrupted their moment. Miraya and Aimee followed them. Kasia noticed Lana immediately tense at the sight of Miraya. 'Was she the one that left the bruises on her?' she thought.

"Hey Kasia! I see you're hanging out with the human trash. I told you it would look bad for your image being around her," Miraya said.

"Well, that is your opinion. I don't care what you or anyone thinks about me or who I associate with," Kasia responded.

Miraya grinned and said, "See, this is why I like you. You are just so damn cool. Come on. Come workout with us."

"No, thank you," Kasia said, though her heart raced with anticipation.

"Is it because you know you simply got lucky the other day?" Aimee chimed in. The tension in the room heightened as Aimee locked eyes with Kasia.

"Come on, Kasia. Don't pay her attention. We can train somewhere else," Lana suggested, knowing her sister's temper.

"So, she's the one that broke your nose?" Miraya said. "I can see why you were upset now."

"It was just a fluke. She caught me off guard," Aimee retorted, her cheeks flush with embarrassment.

Kasia clenched her fists, resisting the urge to lash out. "That's what you call getting mopped all over the restroom floor?" Kasia scoffed. "It was no fluke, and I won't have you spreading lies because you can't accept that you lost."

"Then, prove it," Aimee sneered, her eyes glinting with malice. "Or are you scared?"

Kasia looked at Aimee in annoyance. What was this-a high school special? The mean girl antics were getting old, and Kasia believed a little public shaming might do Aimee some good.

Seeing that Kasia had not said no, Janet nervously tried to intervene, concerned that Kasia was getting in over her head. Aimee did not fight fair, and Janet was still unsure how Kasia even beat Aimee the first time. "I don't think that's a good idea, Kasia. She's baiting you, trying to get a rise out of you. Don't fall for it. She's not worth it."

"I see this as an opportunity," Deanna interjected with a wicked grin. "I've been looking for another member for my patrol, and I think Kasia would make a perfect addition. And Aimee, you wanted to be a warrior, right? Here's your chance to prove yourself. A proper Luna knows how to defend herself and her pack." There was mischief in her voice. The last statement was definitely a jab at Aimee, and Deanna was clearly stirring the pot.

"I can't back out now, Janet. Just relax. I got this," Kasia said, only low enough for Janet to hear. Janet bit her lip as if blood were shed; everyone would know that Kasia was human. Janet immediately tried to reach out to Ethan through the pack link, but he was not responding. She would just have to intervene before it went too far.

"Let's lay down some ground rules," Deanna continued. "This will only be sparring. No shifting, and no intentionally causing harm. Whoever is pinned first wins. Got it?" Both women nodded.

As whispers and murmurs echoed through the packed house, more and more people gathered in the gym to watch the impending showdown. Kasia could feel their eyes boring into her, adding pressure to an already tense situation.

'You can't back down now,' the voice taunted. 'Make that loud mouth regret ever thinking she was on your level.'

"Alright, Aimee," Kasia said, cracking her knuckles and taking her stance. "Let's show everyone how I beat you before."