Leori paced restlessly in his private study, his thoughts consumed by a whirlwind of emotions. Erica, entered the room, sensing his unease. Her eyes softened as she observed his troubled countenance.
"Leori, is something troubling you?" Erica asked, her voice filled with concern.
Leori paused, his gaze meeting Erica's. A mixture of vulnerability and frustration flickered in his eyes. "Erica, I must confess something to you," he began, his voice laden with a tinge of hesitation. "It is about Adonis."
Erica's eyebrows furrowed, sensing the weight of Leori's words. "What about Adonis, my Alpha?"
Leori let out a sigh, his fingers tracing the edge of his desk. "Whenever I see you with him, a pang of jealousy grips my heart," he admitted, his voice barely above a whisper.
Erica's eyes widened in surprise, a hint of realization dawning upon her. "Leori, you must understand that Adonis and I share a long history. We are nothing but friends," she explained gently, trying to ease the tumultuous
