Chapter 60. Unrequited Love

Selena looked away, her heart thumping in her chest. She could still feel the man’s eyes on her, but she refused to look back in his direction.

“Are you okay?” Alpha Maddox asked, his eyes trained on her.

“No, yeah. I’m fine.” She flashed him a smile that she hoped was convincing enough. He then looked away and talked to the cocktail waitresses, putting in the order for the night.

“Put it all on my tab,” he said lastly before turning back to her. “Selena, I told you. You’re not alone; I’m with you. I’m going to make sure to protect you, no matter what. And I’m sure as hell going to make sure you have a great time tonight.”

His words calmed her heart a bit, but honestly, she was still not okay. She was worried that Elijah was going to come up to her and tell her that, despite their deal, he still wouldn’t take care of Lily. He could