Madison’s POV Dylan scoffs, the sound low and cruel. “You’re bluffing.” His lips curl, revealing the arrogance that has always been there, only now it isn’t disguised by pretty words or soft smiles. “I’ll be Alpha soon, Madison. Don’t forget who you’re dealing with. I have plenty of ways to make you submit.” My stomach twists. He doesn’t stop. His voice hardens into steel. “If you keep making things difficult for me, I’ll strip you of every privilege you have. I’ll demote you to an Omega slave. And then you’ll beg to come back to me.” The words strike harder than any physical blow. I stumble a step back, my breath catching. “You… you would really do that?” My voice is barely above a whisper, shaking with disbelief. His expression doesn’t falter. No remorse, no hesitation. Just a cold

