I swallowed every memory I can swallow. I held on to every emotion I can hold on.

I won’t be tempted. I won’t be seduced by the Alpha. Not now.

I won’t. I won’t. I won’t. I—

His lap was nothing compared to any furniture I’ve sat on, as if his lap was meant to be a seat for my very tired ass.

Beta Audrey is probably already waiting for me by the kitchens’ door, ready for strike two.

She very well knows that delivering food is quick and easy. But when it’s for the Alpha…one hour is the minimum time one can assume it takes.

She damn well knows...