Killian. She smiled at me — that small, sharp, dangerous little smile that made my wolf sit up and pay attention. “Not a problem at all, Alpha.” I turned and walked out fast before I said something stupid. Claude was waiting in the hallway, leaning against the wall with that annoying half-grin he’s had since we were kids. “That went well,” he said, falling into step beside me. “Don’t. Start.” “I’m just saying… she basically told Michelle you belong to her now. In front of people.” “She said I had work,” I growled. Claude laughed under his breath. “She said you weren’t available for dinner. Or breakfast. After spending the whole night with her. Come on, Killian. Even Michelle’s not dumb.” I stopped walking and glared at him. “It’s an all-night operation. She meant exactly what sh

