Chapter 210

The night air had a distinctive chill as Henry's car pulled up to the restaurant. I could smell the rich aromas of Chinese food wafting through the air even before we entered. Liam sat across from me, his Alpha presence commanding attention even in the casual setting. I caught myself instinctively keeping my gaze slightly lowered—a habit I'd developed to hide my true Alpha nature. "You didn't seem to enjoy the Western restaurant last time," Liam remarked, his eyes studying my face with that intensity that always made my wolf stir. "I thought Chinese might be more to your taste." I felt uncomfortable with Henry's thoughtfulness. Despite my efforts to mask my scent, I could sense him being drawn to me. It wasn't fair to him when my wolf responded so strongly to Liam, even though I fought against it. "Henry, please don't be so nice to me," I said, fidgeting with my napkin. "I don't deserve it." Henry poured me a glass of water, his movements deliberate and careful. The gesture spoke volum