Sydney 's POV
I sighed and ignored his question. I continued working on his suit. Over the last few weeks, Alexander and I had eased into this platonic business relationship, but we could both feel something simmering beneath all our formalities and professionalism. Neither of us acknowledged it; it was also why I usually never wanted to spend too much time with him, especially alone. Now, I just wanted to finish as soon as possible and leave.
But I should have known that he wouldn't back down. Alexander was never the type to shy away from anything, especially when he wanted answers. His Alpha nature demanded them.
"I asked you a question," he deadpanned, his voice carrying that Alpha command that made my wolf Aria perk up instinctively.
I sighed again, catching a hint of his musky sce
