Chapter 36: Drained
Sterling
Sariah was a vision. Breathtaking. From the moment she entered the ballroom, I was hyperaware of her presence. The crowd parted for her as they should for a queen. I stopped dancing with Ruby. My Beta Raphael and one of my warriors, Max, were escorting Sariah. My wolf growled within, recalling Max in my bedroom whispering to our mate. Now, he was flanking her as though he were her personal guard. I clenched my jaw.
I assumed Sariah was walking towards me. I almost smiled. It was a slap in the face when she turned sharply and went straight to Rodney, embracing him. I could barely process what their conversation was about because my mind was so full with conflicting thoughts and confusing emotions. I could feel Ruby tugging on my sleeve the entire time, silent
