The Alpha's Unwanted Luna (by Miss L) novel Chapter 177

Chapter 177

93 – Ryker

Claude’s voice cuts through the room just as we storm in. “Well, well, Ryker. You’ve caught me at a rather inconvenient moment. Perhaps you should schedule an appointment with my secretary, and we can arrange a meeting soon.”

If I didn’t know better, I’d say he was trying to act like a pompous jerk on purpose. But beneath the surface, I can smell his nerves—he’s rattled.

“I’d argue that now is just as good a time as any,” I reply coolly. “After all, you did come to see me this morning. I was a bit distracted then, but my mate is generous enough to insist I check on you now.”

Claude snorts, clearly unimpressed. “You really let your mate control your schedule? How very modern of you.” He tries to roll his eyes, though his age makes the gesture awkward and forced.

“Your Luna is remarkable,” I say, watching him closely. “She’s survived multiple attacks without a scratch and managed to fight back hard enough to wound her assailants.”

“Bullshit,” he spits out. “She’s a weak human. The only reason she’s still standing is because she’s heavily guarded. I don’t understand why you keep her around. You should be with a she-wolf—someone who can bring you real power and strength.”

He feigns boredom, pretending to bury himself in his books again, but the twitch in his eye betrays him. He’s still watching me intently. His shaking hand gives him away too.

“Is there something you want?” I ask, standing just inside the doorway, arms crossed. Josh moves to my left side, positioning himself near the other exit, ready.

Claude scoffs again, flipping a page with exaggerated disinterest. “What are you talking about, Ryker?”

“You’ve been spotted near my pack house more times than I can count over the past month, yet you haven’t come to see me directly.” I lean in slightly. “That tells me you’re not here for me.”

“I have very little interest in your affairs, boy,” he replies dismissively.

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