"Ellie, I—" he started, his voice softer than before.But Marcus opened his mouth, clearly about to say something on Dominic's behalf. Probably something about how Dominic was just looking out for me, how as future Alpha he had responsibilities, how I should be grateful for his protection.Before Ma
Ellie's POVEveryone around fell silent, not daring to speak. The usual chatter and laughter of the courtyard died away as all eyes turned to us. Students who had been walking by stopped in their tracks, sensing the tension in the air.Dominic's expression stayed neutral, but I noticed tension in hi
Ellie's POVThe next day, I spotted Dominic waiting outside my classroom. The sight made something twist in my chest. This kind of thing – waiting around, trying to see someone – used to be what I always did for him.When I finally appeared, chatting casually with some classmates, I made sure not to
I excused myself early, claiming I had homework to finish. But as I climbed the stairs to my room, I could hear Vivian's voice drifting up from the living room, probably spinning some story about how concerned she was for her poor, rejected sister.Once I was alone, I allowed myself to really think
Ellie's POVDominic's voice cut through the air like a whip, stopping us just before we could exit."Ellie."We turned back. He was standing rigid, his hands clenched into fists at his sides. The mask of indifference he usually wore had slipped, revealing something raw and desperate underneath."If
Ellie's POVBefore I could leave school, I was summoned to the dean's office by his secretary. Her expression was apologetic but firm as she gestured for me to take a seat in one of the uncomfortable wooden chairs facing his mahogany desk."Miss Ellie," the dean began, shuffling through some papers