Chapter 44

“Th… that wasn’t the one you met first?” I shake my head. Esme backs up until her legs hit the edge of the couch. She falls onto the couch and places her hands on her chest.

“Damn! I spoke to the Alpha that way?! Why didn’t you stop me, Akia?!” Esme shuts her eyes and curls into a ball on the couch. I want to laugh at how dramatic she’s being, but I won’t do that to her. I sit next to her and rub her back.

“It’s okay. I know it’s hard because they are identical, but I promise you that’s Atlas. Ares is upstairs somewhere.” Esme starts to groan, and I rub her back.

“I guess I need to apologize.” I let out a little laugh.

“Yeah, you probably should do that. Also, don’t try to attack anyone else until you know who they are and even then, just don’t. Okay?” Esme pops her head up and looks at me. “I know, Esme, but please.” She shakes he