Chapter 14: Growing Bonds
(Amelia's POV)
Alexander’s black Phantom eased out of the Silver Moon Diner lot, the engine’s soft hum the only sound filling the air. I pressed myself deeper into the soft leather seat, clutching my hands tightly in my lap to hide the nervous tremble in my fingers.
The silence hung between us, thick and heavy. Marcus had left without looking back, slamming the door behind him, but the memory of his scrutinizing glare and explosive emotions left me feeling exposed.
My thoughts replayed the moments in the diner over and over again, looping endlessly. Marcus’s anger. Alexander’s calm responses. And then, Alexander had called me his mate. His mate.
Kora, my wolf, suddenly whined eagerly, breaking my spiral of thoughts. When Alexander spoke, his deep, warm v
