Chapter 7

"I can’t find shit." Francis pouts Through the mind link.

"Try harder than Francis."

"I need more time"

"I’ll see what I can do" I tune him back out, focusing on getting Ali to stay with me just a little bit longer.

“Well, I’m good for today. I’ll head back, I have a call with the committee and I can’t wait to tell them how swimmingly we are getting along.” She says sarcastically, turning to face to me. I snap my eyes to hers and I know she can see it, my panic at thought of her leaving. Her face darkens as she walks closer, eying me suspiciously.

“How about I take you to my favorite spot?” I stutter. She looks shocked by the invitation and her steps slow.

“You look irritated, Alpha. Bad news through your mind link?” she asks.

“Nope.” I respond too quickly. I walk and my leg twinges again. Jolting forward a small step. She is next to me in a second, muttering under her breath, annoyed. I hate how weak