Eden Grace
Jake’s grip was iron around Eden’s wrist as he dragged her through the garden gate, away from the warm buzz of the engagement party.
Her heels scraped the pavement, her breath was catching in her throat.
“Let go!” Eden hissed, trying to yank her wrist free but Jake’s grip tightened as he dragged her like she was just an object.
Jake's alpha aura flared uncontrollably, thick and suffocating, pressing against her skin like invisible chains. Even without meaning to, he was exerting dominance.
The lights from the house faded behind them, replaced by the quiet chill of the backyard.
Jake let go of her roughly, running a hand through his hair and he turned to face her, his expression unreadable.
“What the hell are you doing here?” he hissed.
Eden’s voice cracked. “This is my
