Chapter 248:Accidental Exposure and Escalating Panic

(Emma's POV) "What are you looking at?" Erik's voice cut through the air like ice. His amber eyes narrowed, his entire being radiating a frigid Alpha aura that made me shiver. I snapped back to reality, suddenly aware I'd been staring. "N-nothing, I wasn't looking at anything," I stammered. "I knocked, but you didn't answer." "So, you just barge in?" he pressed, water still dripping down his muscular chest. "No, I didn't..." My mind felt completely stuck, words failing me. I quickly averted my gaze. The Alpha possessed an overwhelmingly powerful presence. Even though I prided myself on not being easily swayed by looks, my entire body felt hot. 'Useless...' I berated myself internally. Back in the Northern territories, I'd seen plenty of attractive Alphas and Betas. Why was I reacting like this now? Lost in self-criticism, I didn't notice Erik approaching until I felt something warm against my lip. I jumped back instinctively. "Wh-what are you doing?" I stammered, heart poundi