Chapter 8

Ashton's POV I had just finished my training session for the day and was headed back to my apartment to shower. I usually train early in the morning, because it gets me focused for the day; and because it helps me avoid the group of she-wolves who linger around afterward, hoping to flirt. This morning had been different. I had an early meeting with Oliver, which I accepted without hesitation. He never asks for formal meetings unless it’s important. I’ve known him since I was a kid, and I trust him with my life. I could hear the sighs behind me as I pulled my shirt over my head. I wasn’t about to pretend I didn’t notice them staring. The other guys in the pack might enjoy the attention, but I wasn’t interested. My mate wasn’t here, not in this pack and I had made peace with that. I was still waiting for her, wherever she was. Then came the sound of footsteps running toward me. I already knew who it would be: Rita and Elena. They never missed a chance to approach me, no matter how many t