The Genius Delta novel Chapter 10

I will blame the mate bond, and it was screwing my emotions. It’s the only explanation I have for my strong reactions to things that are not me. There was a logical reason he went by Weaver at the office. And it makes a lot of sense. People would treat him differently if they knew he was Silvercloud.

For example, Reed would undoubtedly have a 180 change of attitude. He’s damn lucky Jonathan is as easygoing as Kurt and Isis said. I can’t imagine any other boss, undercover or not, would accept that kind of treatment. And while it might make jerks like him rethink their treatment of Jonathan, it would also make bitches like Mila fawn over him more than they already do.

That girl was getting on my last nerve. At least THREE times after lunch, she “accidentally” came to our lab and needed directions. Every time I had to clench my jaw not to speak or growl or, more likely, snarl at the bitch. It’s good that I heal because I’ve dug my nails into my palms in sheer frustration. Each time Jonathan was polite and reminded her to use the map on her tablet.

That worked the first two times to get her to leave. But this last time, she ‘forgot’ her tablet. I’ve seen how low some horny bitches will go to try and get in bed with a guy, especially one with any authority. Jonathan may not have been born a Delta, but he has the aura, and this bitch knows he is a ranked wolf. And he’s not marked, and we are at work, so I can’t just tell her he’s mine, and if she doesn’t back off, I’ll rip her throat out.

“Mila, you know how to get to Reed’s lab. You’re intelligent enough to navigate independently if you got an internship here. You have other talents enabling you to sniff out Reed’s lab. He is, after all, on the chemist floor.” Jonathan subtly told her she was a fucking werewolf and needed to use her nose to find her lab if her navigational skills were that shitty.

I smirked, taking his remark as a win for me.

Mila tittered like some airhead and touched his arm. “Oh, Jonny, you’re too funny.”

I could feel Sara inching forward, eager to cut a bitch. I was a half-second from getting off my stool and killing her. Jonathan, however, frowned at Mila and pulled his arm back, taking a step away from her.

“Mila, your behavior is very unprofessional.” He sighed.

“This is your first day here, and I’m trying to give you the benefit of the doubt. But touch me again or ‘accidentally’ show up in my lab, and I will report you to the HR department for harassment.” His tone and posture took on a more authoritative vibe.

Okay, it’s hot when he gets authoritative. I’m guessing this is his Delta mode. While I was getting turned on, Mila blinked as she realized he was serious. She may not know he’s mine, but she better realize he’s off fucking limits to her greedy paws. It’s time she got the memo.

“Of course, sorry, it’s just my nature.” Mila apologized, and I don’t believe a fucking word of it. “I promise I’ll be more discreet at the office.”

Yep there it was. Jonathan sighed and folded his arms, shaking his head. I knew Mila wasn’t going to realize he was off-limits.

“No. You will not bother me at all. I have a girlfriend and am not interested in you or anyone else. Now, leave my lab before I file a complaint with HR.” He pointed to the door.

I managed not to look smug when Mila pouted as she quietly exited the lab. He called me his girlfriend, and I could feel the smile I was fighting to win as soon as the door closed. I wanted to jump up and kiss him, but I knew I couldn’t. Not here, and it sucks. I’ll have to wait till after work.

“Girlfriend, huh?” I arched an eyebrow as I watched him return to his workstation.

“Something like that. It’s new but very serious.” He smirked as he glanced over his shoulder at me.

He is too adorable for words. His beard may hide his blush, but I could see his ears turning pink. I smiled back, certain I was blushing too.

“Good to know. We… should get back to work. Only a few more hours till we can clock out.” I cleared my throat needing the distraction of work, before I acted recklessly and got us both in trouble.

‘He’s the owner. I don’t think he can get in trouble.’ Sara pointed out.

‘He still should abide by the rules he expects his employees to follow. Plus, I don’t want some creep watching the security footage to see us in a compromising position.’ I countered.

“Yeah… we probably should.” He agreed, licking his lips, and damn the look he was giving me as me blushing brighter.

I quickly turned around to focus on rendering a model for the med-bot we were working on. This is going to be the most frustrating summer of my life. I’m not sure I will survive a summer in this lab with him working but unable to touch him. His scent has me on edge at all times, and I feel one or both of us will break sooner than later.

I would never have dreamed I’d be more excited to leave a Silvercloud lab than I was to arrive. Yet here I am, eagerly shutting down my laptop, itching to get out of this building and somewhere I can touch my mate and not get in trouble. I was tapping my nails on the desk as I waited for my laptop to shut down when I felt him. He wasn’t touching me, but he was close enough that I could feel the pull of the bond.

“Impatient to go home, Persephone?” He taunted in a low husky voice that sent a shiver down my spine.

“No more impatient than you, Jonny.” I teased, smiling when the computer finally finished shutting down. “Now, let’s get out of here.”

“Here I thought working at Silvercloud was your dream. Wouldn’t think you’d be in a rush to leave.” He chuckled as he locked up his lab, and we headed for the elevator.

“What can I say? There’s something equally as interesting waiting for me after work.” I shrugged as we stepped into the elevator.

I wasn’t surprised to find a few employees already inside. What annoyed me was that some of them gave Jonathan a wary look. I get that he has caused some mishaps in the office, but he’s a brilliant scientist. You don’t create the mind-blowing things he does on the first try. Being a scientist means experimentation, and sometimes that has dangerous side effects.