James hesitated as though caught between amusement and duty. With a curt nod, he said, "As you wish, Alpha," and exited once again with both lunchboxes.
(Caroline's POV)
Despite leaving Aaron's office earlier, I couldn't bring myself to leave the headquarters entirely. My heart was heavy, my attempts to get close to him backfiring once again.
I walked down to the lower floors, lingering near the common areas where I knew the Betas and Omegas often gathered. My steps faltered slightly as I caught sight of James Morrison, Aaron's Alpha assistant. He was holding the lunchbox I had carefully prepared.
"James!" I called out, my tone a mix of cheer and concern.
He turned to face me, his face neutral as always. "Miss Redwood," he greeted politely.
"How is Aaron?" I ventured, forcing a
