Chapter 31

Cecilia's pov I choked back the cough rising in my throat, pressing a hand to my mouth. Then I turned and fled—as quietly as possible, but not nearly quiet enough. The deck was carpeted, yes, but even that couldn't fully cover hurried footsteps. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Sebastian react—his head turned sharply, as if he'd picked up the sound of my retreat. I didn't stick around to find out. I bolted, heart pounding. Seeing the Alpha with his arms around another woman sent a strange pang through my chest that I refused to acknowledge. Back at the card room, I quickly slipped into a seat beside Sawyer. Though I'd considered laying low somewhere else, I wasn't sure if Sebastian had spotted me. If he returned and I wasn't here, he'd immediately know who'd walked in on them. The card room was my best bet. "Alpha Sebastian, you're back," Beta Sawyer said, his relief obvious as Sebastian entered the room shortly after. Beta Sawyer jumped up immediately. I scrambled to my feet as well