Alpha Killian passed Eira's desk and glanced at the biscuit in her hand.
"Eating that fast? Careful you don't choke."
"Thanks for your concern, Alpha Killian."
Eira swallowed, then deliberately took another large bite.
A second later, the dry biscuit caught in her throat.
She coughed sharply. Miles set a bottle of water on her desk before she could reach for one, while Natalie gave her back a quick pat.
Alpha Killian stopped.
Eira drank some water and looked at him over the bottle.
"I'll add it to my training plan."
The corner of his mouth almost moved.
"Good."
Alpha Killian returned to his office, with Miles following to deliver the morning briefing. A few minutes later, Miles came back out and closed the door behind him.
Natalie waited until he had p
