Chapter 52

He made a hasty dash into an even larger area that was filled with enormous circular tables, crystal, glass, and an abundance of fresh flowers. The perfume of the fresh flowers was powerful, but not strong enough to cover the yearning scent of an alpha who was primed for mating.

With resolve, Derrick moved, and I found it difficult to keep up with his lengthy strides. He strolled easily to a table at the back of the room and then pulled out a chair for me, putting his hand around the frame as I took it gingerly. He then sat down next to me. I looked like I...