~Lucian’s POV

The moment Bella was safely inside the car, I turned back to Jack. He stood there, arms crossed, trying to look defiant, but the faint flicker of fear in his eyes told me he knew what was coming. My wolf stirred inside me, ready to take over, but I forced myself to keep control. This wasn’t going to be a clean conversation.

“You’ve crossed the line, Jack,” I growled, stepping closer. “You dared to bring Bella here and try to force yourself on her. Did you think I wouldn’t find out? That I wouldn’t come for her?”

Jack scoffed, though his stance shifted uneasily. “She’s my mate! She...