Chapter 13

Just then, the door swung open and my parents walked in. Heat rushed to my cheeks, and I immediately stepped away from Osborne, feeling embarrassed—oh, and I completely forgot my brother and Suzy were there, having just witnessed me speaking to Osborne like that. My father’s gaze swept the room, landing on Suzy with her head bowed and Josh standing stiff-lipped. Both my parents inclined their heads in respect before my father spoke. “It’s good to see you again, Alpha Osborne. We didn’t exchange pleasantries the last time we met,” he greeted. Osborne remained tall and unyielding, his voice steady but edged. “Your son’s mate, and her friends, insulted my mate,” he said pointedly—without even acknowledging the greeting. My father’s eyes shifted briefly to Suzy before returning to Osborne. “Forgive her ignorance. I will deal with her accordingly,” he replied. Osborne gave a sharp nod. “Please do, because I was seconds away from snapping her head off.” My parents gasped, quickly agreein