ARIANA VAUGHN
That was a relief.
I was more than excited and pleased with myself for pulling that off. I spoke in front of a crowd and in the presence of the big bad Alpha, who had undoubtedly reminded me countless times that I was beneath him…
He was of high caliber and I wasn't. I knew that much.
Yet, it was a relief.
I just spoke up for someone despite my inability to defend myself when necessary. I was proud of myself and even now, as I watched some female warriors help Tia, lifting her off the ground and guiding her shaky steps as they walked away from the podium…probably heading to the physician's clinic.
Feeling proud was allowed. I couldn't help the sense of fulfillment coursing me even if feeling proud wasn't allowed. I didn't even care about the crowd's whispers at that po
