Chapter 250. Watchful

"You're not even that old. Why did you retire? I didn't ask this before, but I'm curious about it," Maya's eyes showed her seriousness as she inquired.

"I didn't want to work with Lucas. He's the Alpha, and though he's capable, I hate him from the bottom of my heart. That's why I used my age as an excuse. I could still work better than his current Beta, Harmis, but I have no interest in doing so."

"Though your age is catching up too, there's no denying that," Lima teased.

"It seems like you both have made up, which is a good thing," Maya smiled. At least Jackson and Lima appeared to have sorted things out.

Though she and Elk hadn't reached an understanding, Elk openly talked about what was on his mind, so maybe it was better than before.

"Yes, we decided to be friends," Jackson answered.

"Just friends? Isn't she your mate?" Maya commented seriously.

She didn't understand why they had to be just friends. It seemed quite illogical, because the