"Bring it on, Alpha." I taunted my mate, a grin stretching across my face. "I’m at full power this time." Chris chuckled softly, his pride shining through his usual calm demeanor. "You think you can take me?" His voice held a mix of challenge and affection. I could see the fire in his eyes, a spark that ignited my spirit. ''Kit, would you focus.'' Danny complained from where he was sparing with Toby. ''Mind your own business,'' Chris ordered, before turning to me again. ''Ready?'' ''Are you?'' I asked smugly, ''I'd hate for these men to see you get beaten by a girl half your size.'' A few of the men laughed, but one look from Chris had them silenced. ''You have to beat me for that to happen.'' He pointed out. ''Begin.'' We rushed at each other, and I threw a punch, dodging his cou

