“Looks like a true gentleman,” I blurted. “But in reality, you are nothing but an asshole, Your Highness,” I spat. The alpha king, perhaps he was already tired of arguing with me, smiled slowly and offered his hand. “Why don’t you just take my hand, River? You always have something to say in your mouth, don’t you?” “No, thank you. But I can walk on my own.” I slapped his hand away, but he stepped aside to give way. “Careful with your steps. This place is slippery. Careful. You will bump your head.” Rolling my eyes, I mumbled, “I’m fine. Will you stop treating me like a child, Maxxwell? I don’t like it a bit.” “I don’t want you to get hurt.” “Oh, please. You did hurt me already when you killed my sister.” It was too late to realize what I just said. Under my eyelashes, the alpha king’s eyes went flat. “I know,” he said under his breath. I gathered my hand together while the alpha king silently assisted me and was ready to catch me. Temporarily forgetting my irritation, I l
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