Against the Black

Chapter 22

I had to fight to keep down the laugh that threatened to escape. I struggled to push it aside and pushed Roman away softly and looked at him. He looked like an adorable, pouty child.

“These tasks are designed to test your abilities as a mate.”

“But why do we have to cook for you? There are Omegas and chefs to do that.”

“There are times where they may not be able to tend to our every need. I need to know that my mate can do the basics, like cook a meal. If it makes you feel any better, I’m not asking you to do anything I cannot or am not willing to do myself.” He nodded in understanding, but still looked nervous. I rolled my eyes before deciding to toss him a bone. I leaned in and whispered,

“I think you can do it, Alpha.” Then I kissed his cheek. Before he could register everything, I