Ariana's POV
Michael stood there with both of his hands shoved into his pockets. I frowned, staring at him, rooted to my spot. I was terrified by Damien, but for some reason, I wasn't scared of Michael. Well, I guess I will run off if he shifts into his wolf.
"The alpha does not tolerate lateness on the part of employees," I heard Michael say, and I frowned.
"Well, I would have made it here early if I had used the elevator instead of running up a total of 169 staircases to get here," I replied boldly.
"If you had concentrated on climbing instead of counting, you wouldn't be late," I heard Michael say, and I got angry.
"You do forget I am human and pregnant, too. I have not eaten this morning, and you expect me to move at your speed on a 169-staircase to the 8th floor?" I questioned an
