Cecilia
The feeling that hit me was like being struck by a boulder to the chest.
I couldn't breathe for a moment as Alpha Sebastian 's words hung in the air between us.
I forced out an awkward laugh and turned away, refusing to engage with him any further.
It all made sense now - he was upset about being set up with Miss Hazel, and somehow I'd become his designated punching bag.
His passive-aggressive tone on the phone earlier suddenly clicked into place.
With a quiet sigh, I noticed both Miss Hazel and her friend watching me curiously.
I managed to plaster on what must have been the most strained smile in history.
Alpha Sebastian didn't push his little jab any further.
When I turned away, he did the same, facing forward again in his booth.
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