“What?” Alec asks, almost stammering the words. “I’m sure you don’t have a hearing problem, Alec,” I drawl, rolling my eyes at him. They all looked at me like I’d lost my mind. Like I was an alien from out of space. Honestly, they are the ones who’ve lost their minds. Did they think I would easily accept Alec? Tuck my tail between my legs and bow to him as if I should count myself lucky for having him as my mate. They were dead wrong, if that’s what they really thought. I don’t bow down to anyone anymore. “You can’t do that,” Jason yells once he’s gotten over his initial shock. Once again, I lean back, relaxing in my seat. “Says who, exactly? I can do whatever the f**k I want, Jason. The survival of your pack is in my hands.” “Great call,” Nyx gives me a wolfish grin. “This will ensur

