“My Alpha” When Max and Robert entered his study, they discovered Cayden sitting on the floor, leaning against the fireplace with his knees bent and his arms resting comfortably on the floor. He turned to face his reliable betas.
“What is it, Max?” The flames cast light and dark shadows across his face as he sat broken before the fire. His agony was made more intense by the shadows around his eyes and mouth, and his power was highlighted by the strength of his forehead, cheeks, and jaw.
"We've been permitted to attend the auction. It occurs next month,” said Max.
At that, Cayden's brows furrowed thoughtfully. Robert believed he noticed a very slight tightening of his body, his jaw clenched in control.
“It took less time than I had anticipated.”
“Yes, I think the group agrees that we c
