Chapter 163. Deer in Headlights

The tension in the living room was so thick that you could cut through it with a knife. Axiel was trying so hard to stand his ground, but he knew that he was caught. Almost like deer in headlights, he was frozen.

He swallowed hard before finally deciding to tell the truth. It was obvious that the alpha was not going to let this go, and honestly, he did not want problems with the guy. “Having feelings for the omega isn’t going to change how I train her. I am a professional, and you know this. I’m the best trainer in the pack.”

Maddox felt like someone had stabbed his chest, aiming directly for his heart. A knot sat in his throat, and he felt like he was going to be sick. Why was he so damn jealous? It was not like the omega liked the guy back, or as if they had done anything together.

It wasn’t deep, right? And this was what he wanted as well, right? For the guy to tell the truth.

He stared at Axiel for a few seconds before nodding. “No, you’re right.” He cont