*Mark*

All day, I’ve been tortured by the idea that Emily wants to see me in her room tonight, and I don’t want to go.

I know it’s my best chance at getting the information we need regarding Gene’s plans for Rose, but even the thought of putting a bag over Emily’s head and doing her makes me sick to my stomach. 

I just don’t think I can do it.

Around 9:00, I get dressed in my pajamas and put on my silk bathrobe over them. I hope I don’t run into anyone as I make my way down the hallway. I haven’t told the other Alphas my plans at...