Bass writhed in agony as his captor tightened the restraints that held him captive. The rogue alpha had managed to get the jump on him, and he had been unable to fight her off. Now, he was paying the price. The alpha, whose name he still did not know, circled around him, a wicked smile on her face. "You thought you were so tough," she sneered. "But you're nothing but a weak little pup." Bass gritted his teeth and struggled against his bonds, but they held firm. He couldn't let her see him weaken. "You'll pay for this," he growled. "I'll make sure of it." The alpha only laughed, and began to pace around him again. "You know, I really do admire your spirit," she said. "But I'm afraid it won't do you much good in the end. You're too stubborn for your own good." She reached out and twisted

