14. KILLIAN
“Of course I do, since all you care about is protecting your image.”
Her words hit me hard. I gritted my teeth and immediately moved away from her. My wolf retreated into the shadows of my mind. I regained my breathing and the short vulnerability that I had felt earlier melted away.
There was only coldness now.
“Yes, you are but a toy. My toy. . .and I will use you as I please,” I reminded her.
I was about to back off and go down to the ceremony when I remembered that she had to be present.
“Come on, follow me,” I instructed.
Kayla exhaled sharply and pressed her lips together before coming to me. I smirked at the fact that she had no choice but to obey me even if she hated it. It was amusing to watch.
With Kayla by my side, everything was set. The night’s event was
