Katarina's POV
Alpha Dominic stayed silent as I ate the omelet he’d prepared for me. Although I appreciated the quiet, I found it hard to ignore the worry in his eyes.
Part of me wished he would revert to his harsh demeanor so I wouldn’t feel so conflicted about my plan to escape. Rose wasn’t happy about my thoughts, but this was my decision. I knew that regardless of her opinion, she would insist on staying with our mate. I couldn’t bring myself to tell her that I felt unworthy of a mate, especially after everything I had endured. Even a year later, I still felt tainted.
After finishing my meal and feeling the headache finally ease, I retreated to my bedroom to devise my escape. Alpha Dominic would be out of the house for most of the day, working in his office. I knew my chances of get
