Emerald Pov The first course of the meal is so awkward. Alpha Lincoln Dartmouth, in all of his gorgeous glory, has not stopped staring at me. I mean intensely staring. Like he is going to leap across the table and devour me in front of everyone. I turn and look at Yorke, hoping my eyes convey my discomfort. Yorke clears his throat. “If you’ll please excuse us. My cousin needs to use the ladies room, I will escort her.” I almost breathe a sigh of relief but it is short lived. “Please.” Alpha Lincoln stands up. “Allow me.” Yorke opens his mouth to disagree but closes it when he spots Alpha Seth giving him a curious look. His eyes flash to mine and I try to hide my grimace as I leave the table. He gestures for me to go right from the doorway before following close behind. “I’m

