Aria’s POV
"Lucien," I breathe out, shocked. Taking a step back, peeling my gaze off from him as I pull free away from his grip.
"Aria, we need to talk." His masculine tone echoes through the hallway as he inches closer, his words a clear reminder of his betrayal.
"I'm not in the mood for any conversation, Lucien," I respond, trying to squeeze my way past him, but he steps in front of me, preventing me from taking further steps.
"Aria, please, just talk to me."
My gaze drifts to him. "Talk about what, Lucien?" I sigh and continue, "Talk about how you rejected me in front of everyone in the pack?" I blurt out, not holding back my words.
"No, oo, Aria." He replies, stammering around his words, but suddenly retorts, "I mean, yes. Let's talk about everything."
I lean against the wall, a
