Immediately after turning my back on him and starting to walk away from him, I came to a complete halt when I felt his hands wrapping around my waist. I was able to hear him sniffing my scent, just as he had done since the beginning of our marriage, when everything was going swimmingly. The embrace that Alpha Eric gave me became more tightly wrapped, as if he was afraid that I would leave his pack.
"I am currently working on a project for the rogues. It is not necessary for you to go to the pack led by Alpha Nathan. I can permit you to help me.” He whispered in my hope, hoping I might change my mind. Although I was clenching my teeth, I made an effort to put on a pleasant smile on my face.
If I were to work with him, I would only cause myself a great deal of stress because of him and his
