165. Night of the Ball - Oh, It's you! - 6

At Alpha Zayne's instructions, Rafael ran back into the ballroom and looked around for Alpha Thornton. He was nervous and anxious to meet and to even talk to this man.

But this was not about him. He did not like how Alpha Thornton treated his Alpha, especially knowing that his Alpha was a man of honor who cared for people and his kind.

Who risks his life in a war that should not be his alone to fight.

Rafael could not stand the disrespect.

Alpha Thornton was relatively easy to find. Stood, tall and proud, barking orders at a few security men demanding they detain Steele.

"Alpha Thornton...excuse sir...someone took Alpha Zayne Steele's mate," Rafael nervously shouted at the top of his voice.

The ballroom was almost empty, with a few of the younger guests hanging around looking forward to what might unfold.

They were curious about what was happening, so they got a bite to eat, refilled their glasses, and sat watching the show.

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