Abducted

Aria's Pov

"How are you still alive?" he asked, leaving me in awe.

"What are you talking about? Do I know you?" I questioned, my gaze fixed on him as Colton held me.

"Shhh," he hushed, placing his hands gently over my lips.

"Phila?" The man called again, and I couldn't help but let out a small laugh.

"What's going on? Is everyone losing their minds now?" I asked, feeling utterly confused.

"She's not Phila, she's Aria, my mate," Colton declared.

"You mean your brother's mate?" the man asked, his voice tinged with curiosity.

"Hi, dear. Sorry, I must have startled you," He said, extending his hand for a handshake.

"Oh, yes, you did startle me," I replied, taking his hand as he gave me a puzzled look.

"Sorry, I must have mistaken you for someone else," he apologized, and I nodded in understanding.

"Where are you taking her?" the man suddenly asked as we turned to leave.

"Away from here," Colton said, his tone filled with respect.

"I can't sit and watch any of you harm my mate because of a