Present Day
Arlo was growling in Lucas’s mind as Celia finally finished talking, explaining what had happened in his absence. He kept his arms crossed tightly against his chest, but his whole body felt like it was vibrating with anger.
Landon had stayed leaned against the counter, staring at the floor while Celia spoke. When Lucas glanced at him, he could see the guilt written across his brother’s face.
“You tried to make a move on my mate?” Lucas asked, his voice low and tight.
“I didn’t know she was your mate,” Landon snapped, rolling his eyes.
“You knew I loved her.”
“You left her!” Landon suddenly yelled, pushing off the counter and stepping toward him. “You didn’t even say goodbye. I had to be the one to tell her. I was the one who held her when she broke down after you abandone
