Elena's POV Alpha Rowland leaned forward, bringing his lips closer to mine. I suddenly realized this was not what brought me to the pack house. My wolf snarled in anger. I gathered every ounce of strength in me and pushed him away from me. He was not expecting me to do that. He staggered backward before regaining balance. I ran out of the room in anger and disgust, without looking behind. “Come back here, Freya!” He yelled at me. I didn't even stop to reply. I ran out of the room, shutting the door behind me. I went straight to the maid's quarters. I felt weak. I was angry. He must have known I felt the mate bond too. Why was Alpha Rowland determined to distract me from my plan? I paced around in anger in the maid's quarters. I then leaned against the wall and bent down slowly. I bowed

