Chapter Sixteen

“Why are you avoiding me?” I stood in the doorway of Alpha Devin’s office, blocking Jasper's exit.

“Move, Sophia.” His eyes narrowed dangerously and no matter how inclined I was to back down, Selene pushed me to stand my ground.

“Answer me and then I will.” I crossed my arms over my chest, giving him my most stubborn look.

We were basically alone in the house since Ben was playing playstation with headphones on, Dominic was peacefully sleeping in his bedroom with the door shut and the baby monitor on and both Alphas had to rush off to tend to an emergency at the main packhouse.

“I’m standing here aren’t I?” He skillfully avoided the question causing me to narrow my eyes.

“Trying every means necessary to leave, yes.” I shot back snarkily.

“What do you want from me, Sophia?” He sighed, his shoulders dropping along with his face. It was then that I noticed the bags under his eyes, and the weariness in his features, he looked exhausted.

“Can we talk, please?” My tone was soft