Carol’s POV Aiden has a cold expression on his face. I look between Aiden and Katrina in surprise. Now that I see the two of them standing next to one another, both well above average height, I suddenly realize that she must be another werewolf. Still, it’s surprising to find that Aiden knows a
“As if I would apologize to a human,” she scoffs with disgust. I can feel irritation prickle along my skin. Aiden seems to be even angrier than I am judging by the way his body goes rigid. “Apologize. Now. This isn’t negotiable.” Katrina grumbles to herself for a moment before pulling herself up
Carol’s POV I practically jump out of my skin at the sound of Aiden’s voice. I whip around to face him and clutch a hand to my chest. “Aiden, you scared the daylights out of me!” I stutter. Aiden is leaning against the doorway to the bedroom, his arms folded over his chest. It’s too dark to make o
I smile dryly. I know why she had an outburst, I think. Katrina’s case is not only one of discrimination, but of jealousy, too. “I think she just wants her crush’s attention,” I tease Aiden. Aiden groans to himself. “God, I hope not,” he mutters. “I don’t think it’s a crush, for what it’s worth.
Carol’s POV I’ve been getting ready for three hours now, and it still doesn’t feel like enough. I’ve done everything to prepare myself that I can think of — I’ve showered, done my hair, put on my makeup, slipped into my expensive gown — still, I’m not convinced that I’m ready. I check the clock
Unfortunately, it’s only then that I realize Katrina was also sitting in this circle. She stands up quickly, her chair screeching behind her at her abrupt movement. She’s wearing the red dress I tried on prior to my last choice — not that I would tell her that. She’d probably get angry. Katrina st
Carol’s POV Tension hangs in the air as Aiden’s expression stiffens. I feel my heart drop into my stomach. “Aiden?” I say slowly. When Aiden looks into my eyes, I know something has changed. He presses his lips together. Judging by the triumphant expression on Aiden’s father’s face, he knows som
Carol’s POV I realize immediately his voice has taken on a strange tone — it’s more powerful and resonant than it was before. Immediately, the whispers in the crowd are snuffed out. “Enough with your squabbling. I am the alpha of this family, and I will not be questioned.“ The power within his v