Paxton’s POV
I watched her closely, my eyes tracing her movement. She looked a little different tonight, and most especially now that I found out she has a secret. She doesn't look like the weak girl to me anymore. She's literally not the most powerful werewolves in the world. Her hands shook a little as she tried to hide her tension, her eyes darting around the shop like she expected someone to appear at any moment.
“You’re really good at hiding things,” I said, my voice soft but teasing. “I mean… damn. I should’ve known. I shouldn’t be surprised that you can keep secrets from everyone.”
Carlota froze. Her eyes widened just a fraction, and I caught it. That tiny reaction told me more than any words ever could. Am I going to fall back trying to make her tell me something that she might
