AVA “Ava, Beta, you're back from your run early,” Alpha Jacob called out across the room. “I went out last night, Alpha, I didn't have enough sleep for a full run.” He gave me a smile. “We're only young once, Ava. I hope you and the boys had a good night.” I smiled, blushing slightly. “Alpha, that's not the whole truth,” I said in my mind, opening a link with him and the Beta. “We ran into rogues at the border whilst we were running.” “Rogues?” Alpha Jackson replied. “Yes, Alpha,” Beta Alexander added. “Three. They said they were looking for their boss’ mate.” Beta Alexander paused, glancing my way before continuing. “They were looking for a special girl with a special wolf. A special girl that they want to take home to their boss because she’s his mate.” I stabbed my fork into my

