Chapter 52: Negotiations and Instincts
(Elina's POV)
I stared at my phone screen, my fingers hovering over the keypad as I contemplated how to respond to Damon's outrageous demand. Fifty intimate encounters? The nerve of this alpha!
Finally, I couldn't contain my indignation any longer. Through our dormant mate bond, I burst out, "Are you insane? That's completely unreasonable!"
His response came with that infuriating hint of amusement. "Would you prefer to pay in pack currency instead?"
His reply was calm, almost teasing. "Ridiculous? I’d say it’s generous, considering the trouble you've been in. Or perhaps you’d prefer to settle it another way?"
"I’ll pay with pack currency!" I shot back. My hands clenched the device tightly, my nails biting into my palm. "Just name your pric
