“Mostly to make sure you haven’t died of exhaustion.” I push off the frame and walk in, trailing my fingers along the bookshelf. “You look like shit, by the way. Handsome shit, but still shit.”He huffs a tired laugh, setting the book aside. “Flattery won’t get you more access to my library.”“Too bad. I was planning to steal a few more of your dusty old volumes.” I scan the room. “So... do you want to tell me why you look like you haven’t slept since Naya showed up dead?”He rubs his face but stays silent.I tilt my head, studying him. “You know, for someone who let his ex break him apart, you’re doing a poor job as Beta, which is expected.” His hand freezes, and he lets out a long sigh. “Not everything is a joke, Anya.” The teasing dies in my throat. I watch the tight line of his jaw, the way a muscle ticks in his cheek. He really is heartbreakingly handsome, even when he’s falling apart. It’s annoying how much I notice it.“Leave.” he says, his voice flat and dead.“I despise tra
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