Knox's piercing gaze bore into Adeline as he awaited her reply. The weight of his impatience was palpable in the tense silence that enveloped them. Adeline blinked, her eyes fixed on him, unyielding. "You are not my Alpha, so I do not answer to you," she retorted, her voice laced with defiance.A dangerous smile tugged at the corners of Knox's lips, betraying a hint of the threat that lurked beneath his demeanor. "So, who is your Alpha?" he inquired, his tone low and calculated."My loyalties lie with Julian," Adeline responded, her voice steady, revealing a steadfast allegiance.Knox took a step back, his gaze sweeping over her form as he pondered her words. Confusion etched across his face as he struggled to comprehend the situation. "So why are you here? I don't understand," he admitted, genuine curiosity seeping into his words.Taking advantage of the respite, Knox settled into a seat and gestured for Adeline to join him. "Please, enlighten me. Help me understand," he implored, a s
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