Jasper’s POV.

I paced back and forth, my anxiety rising with every step. The loud knock on the door was the last straw. I was filled with frustration and anger, and my patience at an end.

“Who's there?” I shouted, my voice sharp and irritated.

A small voice answered, "It's me, your beta.”

I knew it was my beta, but I wasn't sure I was ready to face him. Not at the moment. I wanted sometime alone to myself.

“Go away!” I screamed, my voice hoarse. Shouldn't he get my message?

But the voice replied, “My lord, I have good news.”

I froze, my heart racing. I hesitated for a...