Salome’s POV
“Ah, I finally see what you like,” Ben said, his voice carrying a sharp, knowing edge.
He looked around the room and raised his hands to get everyone’s attention. He had a smug smile on his face, the kind that usually meant he thought he had won. He was playing to the crowd now, making sure every person in the room heard his next words.
“It seems our Alpha prefers the innocent type,” Ben shouted. “These girls are clearly too much for him to handle.”
He turned his head toward Aleena, who was standing nearby with a tray of drinks.
“Aleena, go get Ella for me,” Ben ordered.
I watched Aleena set her things down on a small side table. She didn't hesitate. She turned and hurried out of the room like her life depended on it. I felt a knot form in my stomach. I didn't know who E
