His eyes were dark and angry like whatever the old Alpha said offended him. “He said he didn’t need the Assembly to bind his daughter with me. His brat of a daughter was sent home unmated and is throwing a fit, so he plans to mate us illegally.”
A sharp breath leaves my lips. “Oh.”
Ajax is quick to console me, wrapping his large arms around me. “I would never consider such a thing, June. I would soon d i e than be with another.”
My chest warms as he says this, answering every question and doubt that was still swimming in my mind.
“I must see to our unwanted visitors now. I’ll send Jeremy back to you once I’m there.” Ajax turns to the young man. “Bring my mate home and make sure she is safe.”
The boy nods, face serious. “Yes, Alpha.”
“June,” His hands reached for my face, cupping my
