Edward's awkward laugh came through the phone. "It's nothing like that! Just thought you could use a break. Between the exhibition and those late nights working on your pieces, you've been pushing yourself hard."
Hanging up, Freya released a long breath. Even without Edward spelling it out, she knew exactly what had happened.
With two things happening in quick succession, plus Niklaus’s parting words this morning,it would be foolish not to see the meaning behind it all.
"Being mated to a control freak Alpha is exhausting," Vicki growled inside her mind.
"Tell me about it," Freya responded silently, massaging her temples.
Bianca, still hovering nearby, couldn't resist twisting the knife. "So you got fired? Serves you right."
Freya turned with disgust. "Why are you still
