Chapter 139

Cole’s POV

“The final bus with two dozen prospects arrives early this afternoon and I’ve got several meetings and a ton of paperwork backed up. I’m not going to be able to keep an eye on him as I’d like and after such a painful random flair I don’t want him alone.”

“That’s understandable but I don’t know that I can force him to stay.”

“When you see him you’ll understand why I don’t think he will fight us on it.”

“So I can prepare for him, what do you need?”

“I’m sorry Cole.”

“Why?” I can’t help but respond to his genuine sadness.

He reaches over and I can’t control my wince as his fingers connect with my hair.

“I’m sorry” I whisper quickly at the sight of alpha’s hurt expression.

“It’s okay Cole. It’s just a scar that will take time for us both to adjust to. It’s been four years since we’ve last gone through this. As many wolves as I’ve helped I don’t think I’ll ever get used to anyone cringing at the sight of my