48. Toxic Thoughts

Lily

“Are you sure this is the only way?” I ask the person over the phone.

“Yes, have I ever lied to you, Lilith?” He asks in that French accent that used to make me swoon, then breathes out a sigh. “If your mate doesn’t understand, then come to me as Fenriz wanted so long ago. You know there’s always a place for you at my side, don’t you?”

“That’s not how it works, Alpha Bastien, and you know it,” I say and shake my head.

“Oh, well, things might be different after you take care of your two little problems down there. Just reminding you that my offer still stands.” He replies with amusement in his voice.

“Be the seventh bride to a harem of Lunas? No, I don’t think so.” I say and chuckle. “But thank you for your advice. I don’t know if I will use it, but thank you.”

“Au revoir, mon chéri,&rd