Chapter 74

I crossed my arms over my chest. "Alright then. Educate me."

Jessie’s smile was a little too bright, a little too satisfied. "Rule number one," she said, leaning in until our foreheads almost touched.

"Never give him everything at once."

I rolled my eyes. "Seriously? That’s your big secret?"

"Completely serious," Poppy cut in. "Alphas are hunters. It’s in their blood. If the prize just falls into their lap without a fight... they get bored. Fast."

"I’m not a prize," I muttered, the word tasting bitter.

"Of course you aren't," Poppy said softly. "But his wolf doesn't know that. To him, everything is a chase."

I felt a small shiver of realization crawl up my spine. "So, what am I supposed to do?"

Jessie held up a finger, her eyes gleaming. "Tease him."

I let out a dry laugh. "Are you for real right now?"

"More than ever."

Poppy leaned back, watching me closely. "Make him feel like he’s inch