(Audrey's POV)
"Beg me?" Florian's whisper sent a chill down my spine.
I had no time to respond before he swiftly draped his leather jacket over my head and shoulders, pulling me against his chest and away from the rock garden. The musky scent of his cologne enveloped me as I struggled to free myself from his grip.
"Let go!" I hissed, but he only tightened his hold.
"Quiet," he murmured, his breath warm against my ear. "Unless you want Arthur to find you eavesdropping on his private conversation."
I stopped struggling immediately. He had a point.
Heavy footsteps approached from behind the rocks. I could sense Arthur's powerful Alpha presence even before I heard his voice.
"Stormhowl," Arthur said coldly. "What are you doing lurking around here?"
Florian's chest rumbled with a lazy chuckle. "Just enjoying some fresh air with pleasant company."
I froze as I felt Arthur's gaze sweep over us. Even with my face hidden by Florian's jacket, I felt exposed.
"Your... companion seems s
