Ansel's POV Her lips were trembling, fear etching all over her, but I couldn't help but smile. I could hear the rapid beat of her heart, matching the pounding going on in my chest. Her eyes showed evident fear as she took a step back, but I wasn't here to cajole her. I'm never going to allow any she-wolf to treat me like s**t. Asher's gaze narrowed, he gritted his teeth and reached for Raven, taking her hands in his. Asher's desire to protect her was clear. He has always been free-spirited, willing to give anybody their space, but I didn't budge. Raven's gleaming eyes full of defiance were enough proof that she wasn't as innocent as she looked. And I refuse to be caught off guard. I threw some training pants which I had brought with me, recalling she came here with nothing. “

