***Nova*** I left the room shortly after Alpha Ceaser. Chase was waiting for me in my father’s study, as he had informed me through the mind link. The Lycan King's beta stood there, eyes wide, not saying a word. At first, I thought he had overheard everything, but then I realized he was simply waiting for me to update him. “He believes I’m a man,” I said, trying to catch my breath. Chase's face turned into a mix of surprise and amusement. “Really?” He examined me closely, as if searching for the features that would reveal my secret to anyone who didn’t know better. “You’re pretty cute for a man. Surely he sees something?” he teased. I shook my head, feeling slightly embarrassed by the attention. “Suspects anything?” He pressed, his curiosity overwhelming. “No.” I shook my head again,

