Freya suddenly lifted her head. The movement was subtle, but Niklaus’s arm was still wrapped around her waist, so he could easily feel her body tense up.
Jonas stood not far from the car. His gaze fell on her through the slightly open window.
He wore a casual shirt and trousers. His presence was striking—even in the dim shadows, he was hard to miss.
Jonas inhaled slightly. His Alpha instincts picked up the scent of another powerful Alpha. A hint of caution and hesitation flickered across his face.
Freya’s mind went blank. Instinctively, she called out the name she was used to.
"Jonas…"
Flex growled deep in Niklaus’s consciousness, hostile toward another Alpha approaching their mate. The scent of sandalwood and pine around Niklaus intensified sharply.
A sharp pain sho
