Crispin “Alpha.” I ducked my head down in a show of submission because the red-haired giant of a man in front of me could be nothing other than the alpha of this pack. He oozed power and strength. And he loved Aspen. That much was clear as well. It shone out his eyes as he looked at her. My smile slipped. So he was the one who had claimed her. “There is no need for that here.” thrusting out his hand, he waited for me to shake it. I did so quickly, lifting my eyes to meet his. He returned my look a little coolly, but there was no open hostility in his gaze. Only wariness “Although.” Hungrily, his eyes went to Aspen, who was still tucked into my side. “Now you are back, I am not sure if I am alpha any longer.” I blinked at him in surprise. “You are alpha. I have no wish to pick up wh

