Chapter 11: Dangerous Choices
(Elina's POV)
Seraphina’s voice rang out like a chime laced with venom. “That coat of yours... intriguing style. Department store find?” Her smile was sweet, but her eyes glittered with amusement, and her wolf’s scent carried a faint note of disdain.
I stiffened. My wolf whimpered deep within me, sensing the intentional insult. Still, I buried my reaction, forcing my lips into a tight smile. I couldn’t afford to rise to her bait. Not here.
As if sensing the tension rolling off me, Asher adjusted his posture. “Here, switch seats with me, Elina,” he offered casually, standing and moving before anyone could object.
I blinked up at him but complied silently. It wasn’t difficult to catch the subtle anger radiating from his wolf. As he switched seats, he b
