Putting on a weak smile, I made my way towards Reeds chair, draping my arm over his neck. My sharp nails dug into the Alphas shoulder blades, watching as he didn’t even flinch. I leaned forward, lips parting as I met my father's eyes.
“Dad, you should focus on getting rest instead of indulging in silly conversations,” I said.
“It’s not silly!” Reed piped from below, his lips twisting, offended.
I pressed my nails harder, letting out a breathy giggle, the hair on the back of my neck standing up. What was Reed trying to prove? The last thing I wanted was the Alpha to break the news about courting me to my father in his fragile state.
Esther made a sound, twisting her lips. “Erin, how can you talk like this to your….”
The Alpha loudly coughed, cutting her off and immediately slapping hi
