“Did you two not get along?”
“He was my alpha. I pledged my loyalty, and when I asked to leave, he understood. I have no beef with him. I’m pleased he’s letting me stay as long as he is, but he’s a little uptight.
A proper alpha. That was the mask he needed to present. Trust me when I say you were not the mate he had in mind.”
“You’re not telling me anything new,” I said dryly.
“No, I suppose I’m not, but he seems to be trying.” Dean glanced at Finn and shook his head. “Look, you said Finn’s your friend, so I’m just going to go ahead and say this in front of him. I’m not just here to honor my father. The last time we spoke, he asked something of me.”
Finn straightened, and Dean cleared his throat and took a moment to collect himself before continuing. “You should know that my father h
