Chapter 384

Alpha Martin O’Malley's POV

He shakes his head again. I’m now close enough to him that I can see his body visibly shaking. He also has bruises and swelling along the left side of his ribs.

“I’m sorry to force it on you but I need you to accept my touch. I promise I’m not going to purposely hurt you. I can see your left side is bruised. Are you hurt anywhere else?”

“Please don’t touch me.”

He shakes his head as he speaks before dropping it down in submission.

“I understand that you’re afraid. I am very sorry but I can’t honor your request. I promise I’m a gentle alpha.”

I try to reassure him as I close the gap, placing my hands on his waist as his constant pulling to get away has left him nearly hanging by his arms.

“Follow my pressure. I need you to step back.”

He takes the two steps needed to get himself back on flat feet.

“How do you know me?”

His voice wavers with nervousness as if he’s uncertain he’s ev