Ralph’s POV
I turn slowly to see Lily running towards us, looking flustered.
My stomach clenches slightly at the sight.
I know she is not running towards me because she wants to be with me. I know Lily well enough to know that the moment Caleb truly accepted her as a mate, she was all his, and that is okay with me. Mates belong together.
At least that is what I am telling myself.
Doesn’t mean it still doesn’t hurt like hell.
She skids to a stop in front of us, slightly breathless, her slick long ponytail swinging.
“Don’t leave Ralph, please.” Her big eyes look up at mine and I feel like a hand has reached into my chest to give a quick squeeze on my heart.
She isn’t mine.
She belongs to Caleb.
My Alpha and my best friend… who no longer wants me as his beta or friend.
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