Liam’s POV
The look on Aurora’s face was pure gold — wide eyes, frozen smile, that flash of panic she couldn’t quite hide. Exactly the reaction I wanted. Seeing her squirm made every calculated move worth it.
Damon’s mother stepped forward with a warm smile. “Oh, you are so beautiful, dear,” she said, cupping Aurora’s cheeks gently.
I rolled my eyes behind her back. Spare me.
Damon’s voice came out tight. “Mom, why is Liam here?”
I flashed my most charming grin. “Your mom insisted I tag along. She loves me like that, you know? Couldn’t say no to her.”
Annoyance flashed across Damon’s face, but he quickly masked it. His mother beamed, turning to him. “You know how much I love the Alpha . We ran into each other at the mall recently, and I just had to bring him along to meet you all.”
