Chapter 145

Allison's POV I nodded, trying to appear confident despite the butterflies rioting in her stomach. "I agree to all your terms." "Good. Let's go then." Liam rose to his full height, his powerful Alpha presence filling the small café. Even with her concealed scent, I could feel the natural dominance radiating from him. "Go where?" I asked, struggling to keep up with his quick decision-making. "To get the marriage license." Liam's eyes narrowed slightly as he studied me. I caught a flicker of regret cross his features. Great. My apparent confusion was already making him second-guess this arrangement. I could practically hear his wolf growling with impatience. "Okay." I smiled, instinctively reaching for his hand, only to have him pull away sharply. "I don't like being touched," he stated flatly. I could sense his internal judgment: *This woman has a terrible personality. No wonder she can't find a mate.* Afraid he might back out, I quickly added, "I promise I won't touch you again. You ha