Adrian filled the space between Lucian and me. “You will do no such thing,” Adrian said. “She isn’t here as a guest.” I could feel the heat radiating off of Adrian’s body.
His words were a painful reminder that I am indeed not here as guest. Guests have freewill. Something I surely did not currently possess.
Adrian didn’t move. Neither did Lucian.
“Adrian.” Lucian said, cooly. “It’s been some time. Welcome to my home. I trust you are enjoying the evening so far?” Lucian’s response was cheerful, but not friendly. Lucian hadn’t address Adrian by his title as Alpha.
This was a subtle sign of disrespect on Lucian part. His word might have been cordial, but Lucian was letting Adrian know he didn’t see him as an equal.
Adrian, immediately picking up on Lucian’s intent ign
