Chapter 41
Tori
"Hide under the balcony. I'll mask your scent," I urged him. Reluctantly, my mate followed my instructions.
My heart raced as I hurriedly attempted to mask the scent of my mate. The overpowering rush of fear and anxiety mixed in a tumultuous swirl as I drenched myself and the corners of my room in a strong cologne, hoping it would effectively conceal any trace of him. Just as I anticipated, I heard a soft knock on the door, and Alpha Roman announced his arrival and his intention to see me.
With a deep breath, I whispered, "Come in.” The door swung open, revealing the Alpha.
“Good evening, my lovely rose,” he exclaimed. I mustered a faint smile, doing my best to hide my utter disgust. Since the engagement, he had taken to calling me his rose, which was far from flatteri
