Chapter 85

Jaden

I stand outside their house, my hand hovering over the doorbell. I hesitate before pulling my hand back. I need more information before I confront them tonight. I can’t risk giving them any reason to dislike me even more than they already do. As the alpha of our pack, they may respect me, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they approve of their daughter being with me. I can’t forget how they’ve made their disapproval of my conquests, known in the past.

I make my way up the stone slab steps of the pack house, following her sweet, floral scent of ylang ylang. Gabriel stands at the top of the stairs, his face serious, as we exchange a silent nod. “See you tomorrow at the hospital,” he reminds me before I continue on my way to her room. I knock on the door, waiting for her to unlock it after sending Taylor home for the night. There had been no disturbances.

The distinct sound of a lock clicking echoes through the room before the door swings open. I’m greeted by her bright smile, her