William's POV

 

As Ava and Quill walked away together, I watched them with mixed emotions.

 

"You did good out there, Boss," a familiar voice said behind me. I turned to see Thomas standing there, staring at me.

 

"But you gotta control your temper. It's good to be passionate, but you can't let it cloud your judgment,” he finished.

 

I nodded slowly. "I know."

 

"And you can't let your love for Ava get in the way of what's best for the clan," Thomas added in a warning tone.

 

I sighed heavily. "I know that too. But it's just so hard."

 

Thomas sighed sympathetically and patted me on the shoulder. "I know,...