Alpha Nathan’s POV
I saw the terrified look on Lisa’s face the moment a knock landed on the door. She looked as though she'd been caught doing something wrong, even though she hadn’t. She was my mate. We belonged to each other—no one else mattered.
“Who is it?” I asked in an irritated tone.
“Apologies, Alpha Nathan,” came the voice of a guard. “Everything is ready for your departure.”
I let out a soft sigh. “You may leave.”
The guard obeyed, retreating without another word. His scent faded, confirming his absence.
Turning back to Lisa, I noticed she was already dressing, clearly preparing to leave. Without thinking, I pulled her back into the bed, wrapping my arms around her. She struggled against me, her stubbornness both amusing and frustrating.
“Let me go, Alpha Nathan,” she murm
