“There you are. I’ve been looking for you,” Alpha Darius’s deep voice cut through the low hum of the dining hall.
Elaine nearly dropped her fork. Her heart leapt to her throat as she lifted her gaze, startled to see him standing right in front of her table. She hadn’t even noticed his approach. It was as if he had simply appeared out of nowhere, his presence commanding enough that the air seemed to shift with him.
“Why are you here, sitting alone?” He asked, his brow furrowing slightly as he studied her.
“Alpha Darius…” That was all Elaine managed, her voice catching as though her throat had forgotten how to work.
“What did I tell you earlier?” His tone softened, and his lips curved into an easy smile. “Just call me Darius.”
His smile was warm, disarming. It held none of the sharp edg
