He Marked Another Luna, So She Slept With His Alpha Brother

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Chapter 132

Camila’s POV Post

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I nodded. “Roman is very capable. He’s intelligent, practical and knows how to recognise a good opportunity. He built NEXZONE from the ground up and turned it into a successful company at a remarkably young age. He’s one of the strongest figures in the business world, and I don’t think a partnership with him would be a bad decision.”

Professor Tessa listened without interrupting. “However,” I added, “the decision is entirely yours. Please don’t feel obligated because I know him or because he came to see you. You should only consider the partnership if you believe it’s right for the research and the institute.

She gave a thoughtful nod. “I understand.”

I smiled and adjusted her blanket. For now, I was simply glad she was feeling better. Everything else, including Roman’s ridiculous antics, could wait.

When I stepped out of the room, Roman was seated casually outside, one leg crossed over the other, his hands resting loosely on his knee. He looked completely at ease, as though waiting outside a hospital room was the most natural thing in the world. Yet, there was something about him that made it difficult to look

away.

His broad shoulders, sharp features and commanding presence gave him the appearance of a man who belonged on a magazine cover. But it wasn’t just his looks. Even without saying a word, he carried that unmistakable Alpha aura. There was an innate authority about him, a quiet dominance that made people instinctively aware of his presence. He didn’t need to raise his voice or demand attention. It simply came to

him.

I found myself staring for a moment. Professor Tessa’s earlier teasing words came back to me. A little romance now and then wouldn’t hurt.

I almost smiled. Well, if I ever considered having a little fun, someone like Roman Blackwell wouldn’t exactly be a bad choice. After all, I hadn’t come across many men who could compete with his looks.

Not that I would ever admit that to him.

He sensed me and turned his head. His dark eyes caught mine, holding me in place for a brief moment.

I quickly cleared my throat. “Em, Professor Tessa is ready to see you now.” He rose to his feet, straightening his jacket. “Behave yourself, please. Be polite, and watch what you say. She’s highly respected in her field, so don’t go in there with your usual nonsense.”

A teasing smile appeared on his face. “Why does this sound like you’re preparing me to meet your parents?”

I stared at him. “Roman!”

He chuckled and walked towards the door. I watched him disappear inside before settling onto the same bench he sat a moment ago.

A few minutes later, Adrian came out and took the seat beside me.

“Congratulations again on the presentation,” he said. “I watched the livestream after bringing Mom here. You did a wonderful job.”

“Thank you. I’m glad everything went well.”

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“Mom was watching too. You should have seen how proud she looked.” I smiled. I could imagine Professor/ Tessa doing exactly that.

Adrian paused before asking, “I also heard there was some trouble before your presentation. Someone tried to challenge you in front of the other attendees?”

I shrugged. “Just a couple of people with too much time on their hands. Nothing worth worrying about

“I heard they made quite a scene.”

“I handled them. I’m not going to lose sleep over people who aren’t worth my attention.”

It had been Vivienne and Aria. Vivienne had tried to embarrass me, while Aria had stood by and watched had no intention of giving either of them more space in my thoughts.

Adrian looked at me for a moment, then nodded. “Fair enough. As long as you’re okay.”

“I’m perfectly fine.”

We continued discussing the summit, the response to the research and some of the questions raised during my presentation. Every now and then, my eyes drifted towards the closed hospital room door.

Roman had been inside for a while. I wondered what he and Professor Tessa were talking about. Hopefully, he was remembering my warning to behave himself.

A few minutes later, the door opened, and Roman stepped out.

I looked up from my conversation with Adrian. Roman’s gaze moved from me to the man sitting beside me, then returned to my face.

“Having a good time?” he asked.

“Just talking,” I replied.

ready.”

He gave Adrian a brief nod before turning to me. “I’m ready.”

I stood up, said goodbye to Adrian and followed Roman down the corridor. We had barely walked a few steps

when he turned to me.

“You seemed quite comfortable with your senior back there.”

I glanced at him. “We were discussing the summit. What’s wrong with that?”

“Nothing. You looked rather happy.”

“Am I supposed to frown whenever I speak to him?”

Roman’s lips curved. “Not at all. I was only wondering why you didn’t look that happy whenever you talk with me.”

scoffed. “Maybe because you spend most of your time annoying me.”

“Yet you keep spending time with me.”

“Unfortunately, I haven’t found a way to get rid of you.”

He laughed, then leaned slightly towards me. “Besides, after everything I’ve done, I think I deserve a proper thank–you.”

I gave him a suspicious look. “What exactly have you done?”

“Come on, Camila. Don’t tell me you’ve forgotten.”

I remembered his ridiculous performance in front of the professor and shook my head. “If you’re referring to

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your little act earlier, I haven’t decided whether to thank you or have you admitted for observation.”

He chuckled. “Next time you want to show your appreciation, I won’t complain if you use something a little more personal and warm.”

I stopped walking. “Roman!”

He looked entirely pleased with himself. I glanced around quickly, hoping no one had heard him. Thankfully, the corridor was relatively quiet. “Can you ever have à normal conversation?”

“I’m perfectly normal.”

“That’s debatable.”

I turned and walked ahead, muttering under my breath. He caught up with me easily. “Dinner tonight?”

“I have a flight back to the capital tonight.”

“Then we’ll have dinner after we arrive.”

I looked at him. “You’re flying back too?”

“I’m done here. There’s no reason to stay.”

“Then why don’t you eat wherever you’re going?”

“Because I’d rather have dinner with you.” I rolled my eyes. He continued, “Besides, you still owe me a thank- you. Since you’re not interested in giving me the kind I suggested, I’ll settle for a meal.”

I gave him a long look. This man could turn absolutely anything into an opportunity to flirt. But I had to eat anyway. And since we were both heading back to Ravencrest, sharing dinner didn’t seem like such a terrible idea. “Fine,” I said at last.

His smile widened. “Good choice.”

“Don’t make me change my mind.”

“I wouldn’t dream of it.”

We ended up on the same flight back to the capital. The journey took a few hours, and by the time we landed, night had settled over the city. Roman had arranged for a car to pick us up, and we headed straight to a

restaurant he had chosen.

It was an elegant place, the kind where everything from the entrance to the interior spoke of quiet luxury. I stepped out of the car and adjusted my jacket while Roman came around to my side.

Before we could head inside, another vehicle pulled up behind us. I barely paid attention until its door opened. A man stepped out.

Then I heard a familiar voice. “Camila!”

I turned. It was Julian Blackwell. The moment his eyes landed on us, he stopped in his tracks. For a brief second, surprise was written all over his face. I stood still, caught off guard by the unexpected encounter.

Beside me, Roman said nothing. But I could feel the change in his presence. His Alpha aura seemed to sharpen, and the easy mood from our journey disappeared.