Chapter 19: The Mated She-Wolf
(Aria's POV)
My heart sank as I looked at Dominic across the table. His silver-gray eyes held genuine regret as he explained his friendship with Alexander. Of course they were close. The two most powerful Alphas in the Northern Territory would naturally have connections.
"I understand," I said quietly, unable to hide my disappointment. "I shouldn't have asked."
I made to stand, but Dominic's warm hand caught mine, stopping me.
"Why so serious?" His unexpected teasing tone made me look up in surprise. A playful smile curled the corners of his lips. "I didn't say I wouldn't help you."
"But you just said—"
"I said it puts me in a difficult position," he clarified, his thumb tracing small circles on my hand that sent unexpected tingles up my arm. "N
