Chapter 40: Alpha Jealousy and Elder Arrangements
(Nathan's POV)
I stared at Garrett Blackwood in disbelief. The audacity of this Alpha to step in and claim the right to escort Eliza home struck a nerve deep within me.
"No need," I stated firmly, keeping my voice level despite the anger bubbling beneath the surface. "Liz came with me, so I should be the one to take her home, not Future Alpha."
I deliberately used his formal title rather than his name, a subtle challenge that didn't go unnoticed. The air between us crackled with tension as our Alpha auras clashed in the narrow corridor.
Garrett's amber eyes narrowed dangerously. "You failed to protect her. She was nearly dragged off by that worthless whelp Tyler Grayson under your watch."
His accusation hit like a physical blow.
