Chapter 161

Allison's POV I never expected to find myself choosing the room right next to Liam's. The coincidence made my heart flutter uncomfortably. "I should probably pick another room," I murmured, trying to keep my voice steady despite the sudden rush of his scent filling my senses. As an alpha hiding in plain sight, I needed distance from him—especially with my suppressants wearing thin. Liam paused mid-sip, one eyebrow arching as his eyes locked with mine. "Did you sneak into my room before deciding to choose the one beside it, Allison?" His voice carried that authoritative edge that only alphas possessed. "I did not," I shot back, my wolf bristling beneath my skin. "Finding myself next to you is completely accidental. Trust me, I have zero desire to sleep beside you." I caught the flash in his eyes—wounded pride?—and quickly backpedaled. "What I mean is, I might disturb your work. It's probably better for you if I stay farther away." In truth, Liam intimidated me, particularly when his exp