Chapter 20-01

His ears flickered back and forth and he momentarily bared his teeth. I can't, Danny. I found myself frowning. Why not? I asked. Because, Danny, I literally cannot. Why not? I asked again. You know how I'm the alpha of my pack? Yea, I guess. I said. Well, I have control over my pack. If I say something, they have to obey it or they can be punished severely. Like death, or excommunication. And technically, since I'm not eighteen, I'm still a part of my father's pack. I can't have a real pack until I'm officially an adult. So my father has control over me. He told me not to tell anyone—you especially. I'm sorry. I really like you, Danny. Just this— this is killing me. I was astounded. What? You-you like me? He shook his head in exasperation, snorting. Of course. You're beautiful, Danny. He said as his tongue lolled out in a wolfish grin. You know, you're a really bad liar.