The Beta's Contract Mate
Salvatore extends his hand to El, who hides behind Joe.
“El? Come on. You’re safe,” I try to walk closer as she shakes her head, looking at Salvatore. “he is a friend of mine. We can trust him.” I get closer to Salvatore, my arms open as I get on my knees, arms open.
She glances at Joe, then back at Salvatore. She tries to move away from Joe, but he pulls her back.
“Don’t test me, Joe. Let go of the girl,” Salvatore orders. Joe looks around, then curses before crouching before Eloise.