Chapter 44

We returned to the alpha’s mansion with Fenrir, where one of his staff led Don and Marianna to the dungeons and another showed Griff and me to separate but adjacent rooms.

Griff paused at his door with his gaze turned to me. I glanced at him out of the corner of my eyes, waiting for him to speak. He cleared his throat, making me turn my head.

“Cathwulf,” he said.

“Yes?”

“Good work today.”

“Thanks.” I raised my brow.

As he continued staring, Beki barked at me to invite him to my room.

A flock of angry butterflies thrashed their wings, reminding me of Griff’s reactions each time we’d been intimate. If he wanted to start something, then he would have to speak first.

“Good night.” He pushed his door open and disappeared into his room.

Beki’s reprimanding snarl told me I was an idiot, but I shook my head.

“At least I’ve ended today with my pride.” I stepped into my room, tore off my clothes and sank into the softest feather mattress.

The silk sheets were smoother than anything that had gra