Axel POV “Hey, David,” I stand next to him at the bar. “How are things with Nina? Have you told her yet?” “Ten minutes ago,” he sighs heavily before finishing his drink in one swallow. “That bad?” I ask concerned. “Seems I won’t be your beta after all,” he smirks sadly. “I need my true mate, and she’s leaning towards rejecting me.” “Are you sure?” I frown. “Nina told Liana she’s in love with you. I don’t think she …” “She walked away,” David interrupts me. “She gave me a look, turned around and walked away. So, thank you for the offer, Alpha, but my mate’s not interested.” “David,” I try to stop him when he turns around, but he keeps on walking, and I turn back to the bar. It would be a shame if David declined the position. Nick has already handed in his resignation, and I don’t wa

