Chapter 339

Ava's POV "I believe this young woman has made an excellent point about respecting tonight's celebration." Kenneth had appeared beside us, his Alpha presence immediately commanding attention. "Gossip has no place at such an important event. Don't you agree, ladies?" The women mumbled apologies and quickly dispersed, clearly intimidated by his authority. Kenneth nodded at me approvingly. "Standing up for your friend was admirable, Miss Ava." I studied his face, that nagging sense of familiarity growing stronger. "Thank you, but... have we met before? You seem familiar somehow, though I'm sure I'd remember meeting you." "I don't believe we have," he replied smoothly. "I rarely visit Harbor Bay. I'm here on personal business and received an invitation to this celebration." "What kind of personal business?Alpha Kenneth." I couldn't stop myself from asking. "Ava," Joseph warned quietly beside me. Joseph was right, I shouldn't be prying into a strange Alpha's personal business. It was incred