*Aleric's POV* I know that I am being unreasonable, but after she chose to speak with my gamma and not me, I felt neglected, and a little rejected, and a whole lot jealous. I had dreamt of holding her in my arms, kissing her softly, and loving her unconditionally, but she chose Ian. Right now, the guy called Ian is in big trouble for acting like her lover in front of me and he doesn't even know it yet. I wouldn't stand being sidelined that way ever again. And no, I am not overreacting here, it is just the normal thing to do. After the little stunt, those two pulled in the hospital, and my Beta and I went back to my office without speaking. I silently poured myself a glass of wine while he watched. At this point, I don't know who felt more rejected. Not long after that, his mate, Mia, cam

