Chapter 207

I tried to block out everything so I could think. But I could still feel three pairs of eyes on me as I tried to decide which of the two incredible Alpha males I wanted for my mate.

How could I pick one of them over the other?

They were both everything a girl could want in a mate. They were thoughtful, intelligent, fun, successful, virile, and handsome.

They have been my friends, mentors, and companions, and they would do anything for me. I didn’t want to lose either one's friendship.

By choosing one, I would hurt the other. How could I do that to William or Victor?

Closing my eyes, I let the memories of the good times with my two Alphas flow through my mind.

I will never forget the dance lessons with Victor. Those lessons did more than teach me how to move across the dance floor. They gave me confidence and pride in myself, two things I had always lacked.

Dancing with Victor was a phenomenal experience. The way his body moved to the music was mesmerizing, and he inspired me to match his moves perfectly.

And after Victor taught me how to dance, I lived one of my daydreams by dancing the tango with William at my ball. It was a heady experience to do something that romantic with a guy I had been crushing on for a long time.

“Daisy, are you okay?” Alex asked. “You’re smiling, but you seem like you’re in a trance.”

I nodded and looked at William, who was still standing near the door. He returned my gaze with an endearing half-smile that made me want to go to him and hug him.

But then I looked at Victor. He flashed me the smile that always made me feel like I was the only person in the room. It made me crave his arms around me.

“I’m fine,” I told Alex. “But I need a few minutes to think. Why don’t the three of you have a drink or something?”

“Of course, sweetheart,” Alex agreed. He poured drinks and then moved to a nearby chair to wait.

Alex looked like he was exhausted. The truthful discussions we had were necessary but emotional. I was feeling weary myself.

I moved to the window and looked outside while searching my mind for more memories that could help me make up my mind.

Looking outside, I spotted Victor’s Lamborghini parked in the driveway, twenty feet from the window.

How I love that car. The first time he took me for a long ride in that car flashed through my mind. It was the day he took me to Gisele’s to shop.

I’ll never forget the exhilarating feeling of the wind rushing over my face as Victor expertly took the turns on that back road while barely slowing down. It felt daring, yet I was sure I was totally safe.

That feeling was typical of spending time with Victor. He was exciting and adventurous, but I always felt protected when I was with him.

William also made me feel safer in his presence. But he was also surrounded by an aura of peacefulness that helped me feel calm.

He also was eager to help me with any task. William gladly sacrificed his time to help me set up for the charity auction in his parent’s conservatory.

My Alpha males also taught me how to run a business and helped me become the CEO of a company. They each sacrificed many hours to make this dream of mine come true.

When I was becoming burnt out from hours of lessons, they took me to the lake cabin for some much-needed R and R. And together, they faced a pack of Alphas to protect me even though they were vastly outnumbered!

It was a relief when they didn’t have to fight the Lake Pocono pack, but they would have fought them for me and Jennifer.

Yes, William and Victor were always on my side. I’ve grown to depend on them in many ways. Losing the friendship of one of them was unthinkable.

During the Olivia disaster, they did things that showed how they felt about me. William launched an investigation to prove she was a fake, and Victor offered to throw away his lifetime goal for me.

Has one woman ever had two such devoted suitors? Yet, now that it was time for me to choose between them, I didn’t feel as lucky.

“Honey, are you sure you’re okay?” Alex gently inquired.

“I’m fine,” I replied. “I just need a few more minutes.”

I heard the guys moving around in the room. Their wait while I decided our futures had to be difficult for them too.

I needed help …some kind of sign to tell me who I should choose. Looking up at the sky, I prayed to the Goddess for her help and waited.

That’s when the image of the beautifully packaged candy I kept in my nightstand flashed through my brain, and I relived the day I received it.

I got home late after working at the restaurant the previous night and was too tired to eat. Going straight to bed, I forgot to set my alarm and woke late.

After rushing from the house the next morning without eating again, I grew dizzy and passed out on the side of the road.

The next thing I was aware of was strong arms picking me up and placing me gently into a blue sports car. I was only briefly half-conscious and never saw his face, but I felt an almost magical connection to him.

Waking up in the hospital, the nurses told me I had suffered a bad episode of hypoglycemia from the combination of a lot of walking and not eating for over twenty-four hours.

They assured me I would be okay now. They had my blood sugar back within normal range, and they made sure I wasn’t dehydrated. I was free to go home.

As I climbed off the bed, the nurses handed me a package of beautifully wrapped candy. It was a brand I had never tried because one tiny package cost more than an entire new outfit for school.

“That’s not mine,” I told the nurse as I pulled my faded t-shirt over my head. “It must belong to someone else. I can’t afford to buy expensive candy like that.”

“It’s yours now,” the nurse said. “The handsome guy who carried you into the emergency room brought it for you after we told him why you passed out on the road.”

“He’s very sweet and such a hottie,” another nurse added. “You’re a lucky girl to have a guy like that interested in you. Hang on to him, and don’t let go.” She advised me.

Then, a few days later, I saw William getting out of a blue sports car in front of the school. Even though we never mentioned it, I was sure he was the handsome guy who saved my life and left the candy for me.

Did the Goddess mean I should choose William? But that would mean giving up Victor after he admitted he loves me. Could I do it?

“Daisy,” Alex called. “Sweetheart, keeping these young men in suspense isn’t fair to them. You must choose between them soon.”

“I’m trying,” I said. “But it’s a difficult decision. They are both so wonderful.”

“It isn’t fair to them to let things drag on,” he added. “Make your choice, and I will support your decision. No matter who you choose, Victor will be the association’s next leader.”

I nodded but kept staring out the window. I couldn’t look at William or Victor.

Daisy, please. “I want you to be happy,” Alex said. “But it’s time to make your decision. Who do you really want for your mate?”

I sighed and turned around to face them.