Chapter 13

Emily’s POV

“...Did he do this to you?” Nathan asked. His voice was low, and that was the scariest part.

I couldn't force any words out. My whole body trembled, but I managed a small, terrified nod.

Ryan laughed nervously. “She’s always clumsy. You know her.”

“I’ve changed my mind,” Nathan said, his tone dangerously calm.

“What?” Ryan’s confidence slipped. “What do you mean?”

Nathan moved in a fraction of a second. Before Ryan could even react, Nathan grabbed him by the throat and lifted him off the floor as if he weighed nothing. My ex-mate struggled and kicked, but Nathan didn't care. His eyes were dark, burning with rage.

“HOW DARE YOU TOUCH HER!” Nathan roared, squeezing Ryan’s throat tighter. “You call yourself an Alpha, yet you hurt her on purpose.” His voice shook with raw fury.

Ryan’s face turned purple as he gasped for air. His Beta tried to jump in, but Liam slammed him onto a desk with one hand.

“Stay down,” L