Chapter 260

Ava's POV Before I could answer, Joseph jumped in. "I insist. My treat. Consider it an apology for my nephew's meddling and my persistence." I should have said no. Everything my mother had taught me about werewolves warned me to keep my distance, especially from Alphas. But something about Joseph's presence made it hard to think clearly. "I do get a lunch break," I gave in. Thirty minutes later, we sat at an upscale restaurant a short distance away from the mall. Joseph had easily gotten us a private booth despite the waiting list. The perks of being an Alpha, I figured. "So," Joseph said once we'd ordered, "how do you all know each other?" "Eleanor, Caroline and I met here at the mall," I explained. "Ava, don't be so serious about explaining. He knows how we met. He's just trying to flirt with you," Eleanor rolled her eyes. Joseph said quietly to Eleanor, "I'm still your boss. Show me some respect when we're out." I couldn't help but laugh softly. Joseph heard it, his eyes never leavi