Seraphine's pov "Is there a particular reason why you're asking?" I asked, not breaking eye contact with her. "How did the Alpha know you weren't hurt when he wasn't even close to you? Only your mate can feel when you're hurt," she said, grumbling. "So what you're saying is...." I started, unsure of what I wanted to say next. "Is Alpha Agora your mate?" She went straight to the question that had been lingering on her mind. "No. Why would you think he is my mate?" I lied, trying to sound convincing. "I think I just said it," she said, her hands on her waist. The way she stared at me looked like she was ready to snap me in half if I said the wrong words. I was already vulnerable to everyone in the pack, including the maids, and I don't need someone to make me a target. She woul

