CHAPTER 5

"Sir, you have a visitor", his secretary said.

Brian looked up from the files he was working on as he stared at the intercom. His secretary was a tall young man, with salt and pepper hair who was just fresh out of college. Brian decided to employ a male secretary because they were easier to deal with than their female counterparts who thought they loved him.

Brian wasn't expecting anyone else today except his friends who were due to arrive later in the evening and even if they were coming, he knew they weren't guests and wouldn't even bother to disturb his secretary, they'll just barge straight into his office.

"Who is it?",he asked.

"A Miss Benita sir".

Brian groaned, that was his ex-girlfriend, someone he desperately didn't want to see. Ever since they parted ways in their college days, Benita had been trying one way or the other to see him. Brian couldn't understand why one person could be so stubborn. Once upon a time, she was his whole world but now, she was just like the dirt beneath his feet, worthless.

"Send her in", he said, finally.

If he was to send her out of his life once and for all, it was better she heard it from him. If at the end, she still proved adamant to leave him, he would deal with her. It would make matters worse though because Benita was a pack member which was the main reason why he began dating her during their childhood days. Now that he had a mate, there would be no room for indecency.

"Glad that you've decided to see me", a sugary sweet voice said.

Brian whipped his head up, staring at the walking disaster coming towards him. Benita was dressed in a skin tight blouse that practically spilled her boobs over. Once upon a time, he lived for those but now, all he could feel was disgust and pity. Her shorts weren't any better as they showed more skin than ever.

"Good afternoon Benita", Brian said politely, rising to his feet.

She didn't deserve this but his mother had taught him never to be rude to a lady no matter who or what she is.

Benita made to hug him but Brian put a hand up, instructing her to sit on the chair opposite him. It was safer that way, he could see her and have an inkling of what her next move might be.

"So, what brings you to my office", he began.

He didn't have time for chit chat, he wanted to he done with her before his friends arrived. It wouldn't look good on him if he was found in the company of his ex-girlfriend.

"Oh, I was passing by and I decided to stop for a while to see how you are doing", she grinned.

She twirled her blonde hair which curled at the tip which gave it a bouncy feeling when she walked.

Brian knew that was a pure lie but for her sake, he decided to play along if that would get rid of her faster.

"How nice of you. I'm doing very well, thank you", he said.

Benita smiled, her hands creeping to touch his clasped ones on the table. Brian allowed her do this, he wanted to see where she was headed and if he knew Benita so well, his lack of participation would drive her crazy.

He smiled when he saw the look of frustration on her face. He patted himself mentally on the back for resisting her charms.

"I was actually busy before you walked in so if there isn't any other thing, I'll like to get back to my work please", he said.

Benita rose to her, coming around the table. Brian relaxed on his seat, watching her with keen eyes. She trailed her hands on his shoulders, coming down to his arms then over to his stomach. She was just about to go to places that were forbidden when he grabbed her hands, halting her in her tracks.

"You've proved your point and now, it's time to prove mine", Brian said, quietly.

He was happy to see the look of fear in her eyes. He wanted her to be scared of him, so scared she couldn't look into his eyes when he spoke.

Brian pushed her away as he watched her land on the floor, her blouse almost open now. He rose to his feet, towering over her as he watched her quiver with fear.

"Now, get this into your thick skull. We're over Benita, we've been over since way back college. I don't want to see you anywhere around me or this building. If I do, you'll wish you never knew me. Are we clear?", Brian thundered.

"But... I love you", Benita stammered.

"Love? Did you really love me when I caught you fucking my best friend on my dorm bed. Sorry to burst your bubble bitch, I don't love you. Now please, get out of my office", Brian said.

Benita rose to her feet, walking towards him. Even though there was fear in her eyes, she was still defiant, wanting to drive her point home.

"I still love you Brian and I'll prove to you I do. That was only a silly mistake on my part, I'm sorry", she said.

"What you do with your life is none of my business. I don't care about your apology. Like I said earlier, I don't want to see you anywhere near me. I have a mate now and trust me, she's a mad woman compared to your kind of crazy", Brian smiled.

He was so proud of his mate and desperately wished she was here to stuff some sense into this idiot's head. He made a mental note to see her later that night on his way back to his mansion.

Benita sniffed the air and Brian could tell that she was trying to get a scent but she couldn't because he had artfully covered Serah's scent with his when he went to see her. He didn't want something as precious as her scent to be exposed to the world, especially now that it was confirmed he had enemies.

"Who is she?", Benita snarled.

"Why do you want to know, she's ten times the woman you aren't", Brian chuckled.

"I'll get her and when I do, she'll be sorry to ever know you", Benita snarled.

As quick as lightening, Brian slammed her to the wall, keeping a vice grip on her neck. If there was one thing he wouldn't tolerate from anyone, it was a threat to the people he loved. He could take any other thing but when it came to the people he called his own, even his wolf couldn't contain his anger.

"You really do not know who you're talking about. My mate would destroy you within seconds if you move an inch to where she is. You might be crazy but she's a different ball game entirely and you should count yourself lucky if you survive the encounter", Brian snarled.

"Why would you do this to me...to us, I thought you loved me", she sighed.

"You don't get it do you. Benita, we're old news and nothing you say or do will make me come back to you", he said.

Brian placed her down, watching her scramble away. He was satisfied to see that he had knocked some sense into her head.

"I won't give up", she vowed.

Brian sighed as he watched her walk away. Sometimes, he didn't understand the ways of women and this was one of the cases.

He slumped on his chair, feeling tired all of a sudden. He had a feeling that this was only just the beginning and where this was heading, he had no idea. The only thing that could take his mind off everything that was happening to him was his mate, Serah. She was a drug he constantly needed to survive and he wouldn't have it any other way.