How could it be Elliot?
For a few seconds, my thoughts went blank as his presence pressed against the edge of my space, his Alpha aura brushing against my senses and stirring instincts I had no intention of acknowledging. Then I frowned, forcing myself to steady, and looked at him. "Why are you here?"
"I missed Jared, so I came to see him," he replied, his tone calm, carrying the quiet authority of an Alpha who expected compliance without resistance.
I immediately stepped forward, blocking his path with my body, my instincts rising in quiet defiance as I held my ground. "My son is asleep. Try again next time."
Elliot's gaze lingered on me, his eyes narrowing slightly as his aura tightened, pressing outward with controlled dominance. "You're upset just because I had a meal with Hayley?"
