Author's POV
The intoxicating blend of iris, violet, and bergamot filled the air as Alpha Lucian's lips claimed Allison's in a passionate kiss.
His wolf, Fenrir, howled possessively within him as his hands roamed over her body with practiced precision.
They probably looked like the perfect couple—like they belonged on a movie poster with foggy lighting and a tagline like Fate Brought Them Together.
But appearances could be deceiving.
While Alpha Lucian 's kisses trailed down her neck, lingering over his mating mark, Allison's mind remained distant. Her wolf, Jasmine, whimpered in confusion, caught between physical response and emotional revulsion.
"I'm not going to work today," Alpha Lucian announced as he finally pulled away, his gray-blue eyes studying her face with u
