Alpha Zane's POV

The expression on the rejected Alpha's face is priceless.

I can barely hold back a grin. The boy was clearly not here with the intention of having an innocent dance with my mate. He'd noticed him following her with lustful eyes all evening. He has his sights set on Mercedes.

If that is really the case, he has another thing coming. I am well prepared for evil hawks like him, who would set their eyes on what belongs to me.

I have spent years researching the development of young girls during puberty. Look, I'm a man, I only have experience with how boys transform into men. So...