Abandoned Luna Now Untouchable (Cecilia) novel Chapter 28

Cecilia

Sebastian’s voice cut through my thoughts like a blade dipped in ice.

I turned instinctively, caught in the weight of his gaze from across the aisle.

It was sharp. Pinning. Possessive.

Heat surged to my cheeks.

His eyes-dark, unreadable, yet far too focused-locked on mine and didn’t let go.

As if daring me to look away.

As if I belonged under that gaze.

“I apologize, Alpha Sebastian,” I said, lowering my head, though not fully. “It won’t happen again.”

A beat of silence.

Then, his voice-cool and low-cut through the air.

One would hope.”

But it wasn’t just reprimand in his tone.

There was something else.

A warning. A claim.

As if my attention, even my thoughts, were his to command-and he didn’t appreciate sharing.

Heat coiled low in my stomach, confusing and unwelcome.

I told myself it was irritation. But part of me wasn’t so sure.

Across from me, Beta Sawyer shifted slightly in his chair. His posture stiffened, and he cleared his throat once-quiet, but noticeable.

He didn’t say anything, but the glance he cast between us spoke volumes: uncertain, maybe even uneasy.

I couldn’t tell if he was trying to silently support me or simply hoping the awkwardness would pass quickly.

Either way, I was acutely aware of the tension hanging in the air.

Soon after, the flight attendant returned to clear our breakfast trays and serve coffee.

Sebastian only allowed himself about ten minutes of rest before diving into video conferences. For the next five hours, he was constantly occupied-either in meetings, on phone calls, or reviewing documents.

Beta Sawyer stayed alert, immediately bringing urgent matters from their email to Sebastian’s attention, which would trigger new rounds of calls and video conferenses. The pace was relentless-no different from being at corporate headquarters.

When Beta Sawyer finally had a moment to breathe, I beckoned him to the back of the cabin.

“Can you brief mê on the details of this business trip?” I asked quietly. “I need to understand everything if I’m going to keep up with Alpha Sebastian’s work rhythm.”

Beta Sawyer nodded and sent me the schedule for the next few days. Our destination was Singapore, primarily to inspect the branch office there. In addition, Alpha Sebastian had meetings scheduled with government officials and important business partners.

“This is just the first stop,” Beta Sawyer said, keeping his voice tow. “Over the next six months, we’ll be visiting branch offices globally.”

“I understand.”

It made perfect sense. Sebastian had recently returned to assume leadership of the pack’s business interests. As a newly installed Alpha CEO, he needed to establish his authority.

Even for an heir apparent, there would be those questioning his management abilities. He needed results, needed to assert dominance, needed to clean house. A new Alpha always meant potential changes in hierarchy.

‘Why Singapore as the first stop?” I whispered, genuinely curious. “Is there special significance?”

I’d researched Silver Peak Pack thoroughly. They were a classic family business with capital accumulated over several generations. They began as money changers, evolved into private banking, expanded into real estate in the 90s, and later diversified into new energy, entertainment, and internet ventures. They had six publicly listed companies alone.

The Singapore branch specialized in new energy and wasn’t their largest or most impressive overseas operation. I couldn’t understand why Sebastian would choose it as his first inspection.

Beta Sawyer hesitated. “Uh, nothing special. It’s… closer?”

I gave him a look. What kind of answer was that?

A man with a Gulfstream G650 could fly anywhere except the moon! Distance was hardly a concern.

As Beta Sawyer explained our division of labor for the next few days, he confided in me: “When we were at the American branch, I managed alone. But at headquarters? I’m so busy I wish I could split myself in two.”

“The Alpha is quite particular,” he continued. “Poor Liam ended up functioning as both butler and secretary. Now that you’re here, both of us can breathe a little easier.” I smiled, a small dimple forming at the corner of my mouth.

“Sawyer, go ask Mia for some popcorn.”

I walked into the bedroom with elegant, composed steps. The moment my eyes landed on the bed, I nearly twisted my ankle in my high heels.

On the large bed lay my böss, wearing a silver silk robe that had fallen partly open, exposing his collarbone and chest muscles. His long, perfectly toned legs were like something sculpted by an artist-the whole scene was breathtakingly alive.

I knew I shouldn’t stare, but I couldn’t tear my eyes away for a good five or six seconds.

The longer I looked, the more…alarmed I became.

When Beta Sawyer had divided our responsibilities and assigned “personal care” to me, was that really appropriate?

This was…this was…

I felt increasingly unsettled. But I couldn’t call Beta Sawyer now… I glanced at the time: 5:05 already!

I took a deep breath and reminded myself: just don’t think of him as a man. Think of him as…your boss. Just your boss.

“Alpha, it’s time to wake up.”

I approached the bedside with a professional smile, using my most warm, businesslike tone.

Sebastian’s brows furrowed

Then they relaxed, and he continued sleeping peacefully.

I cleared my throat and tried again. “Alpha Sebastian, it’s five o’clock. You need to wake up now.”

Disturbed, Sebastian’s expression showed irritation. He raised his arm to cover his eyes.

After a moment, he was still again.

“?”

1 never imagined that my professional career might end because I couldn’t wake my boss up!

It was 5:12 already!

Steeling myself, I leaned down closer and nearly shouted directly into his ear: “WAKE UP!”