The Alpha's Princess
But he held back.
Stelle wrapped her arms around his, clearly trying to claim some space beside him. Xavier, however, gently peeled her off, like he couldn’t be bothered to play along.
“You’re already here, Stelle. Don’t worry about the gift. Just enjoy the party. Find yourself a seat.”
He was polite, but you could tell, he was trying hard not to offend her while also keeping his distance.
But her presence started stirring whispers among the crowd. I overheard one of the warrior she-wolves behind me murmur, “Are they really a thing?”