Chapter 115

Cecilia "Of course not. I understand," I said with a perfectly practiced smile that didn't quite reach my eyes. Beta Sawyer nodded in agreement. "I have no objections either." As if our opinions mattered. Alpha Sebastian had always done exactly as he pleased—that was simply how things worked in his world. I watched as his gaze darkened slightly, lingering on my face for a moment too long. He could probably see right through my fake smile. After what felt like an eternity, he waved his hand dismissively. "Both of you may go." Beta Sawyer and I turned to leave, almost reaching the door when Alpha Sebastian's commanding voice stopped us. "We'll be working late tonight. Beta Sawyer, order dinner. Cecilia, bring your laptop to my office shortly." We both froze in our tracks. Seriously? This high-energy day wasn't over yet? I wondered if Vice President Wiley had left the building—I could use one of those heart pills right about now. Once outside, Beta Sawyer leaned toward me. "Prepare yourse