Alpha Sean pinned me against his chest.
His eyes dropped to mine.
"Trying to call in sick on your second day of work?"
I went rigid in his hold.
Before I could even think of a retort, he scooped me up in his arms, his long strides eating up the distance as he carried me out of the garden.
The garden was deserted in this frigid weather, but as we neared the entrance, I could hear the buzz of activity. Panic surged through me.
I didn't want to be seen like this—soaked, disheveled, and in Alpha Sean's arms.
Without thinking, I tugged his coat over my face, trying to shield myself from prying eyes.
I could feel his gaze on me, growing even deeper.
The manager had a car ready, and in no time, he was placing me inside.
As soon as we were seated, I slid as far away from him as possib
