Chapter 102

On instinct, I pressed closer to coal’s Wolf at my back. Coal gave a warning growl to Jax, sensing my increasing anxiety. Ryder interrupted the tense moment and quickly explained, “No. Just taking their blood for healing won’t change Langdon or Amber. Brinley was too far gone to heal. There was no other choice to save her life.” Ryder Jax still looked hesitant, but he nodded his head. His gaze returned to Aatos at my side. Jax studied him for a moment and murmured, “Is this Aatos?” Aatos’ glance cut to me. He raised an eyebrow, apparently curious as to what I’d shared about him. I ignored him and answered Jax, “Yes.” For a brief second, Jax’ usual smirk returned. He gave an approving nod and spoke under his breath, “Not bad.” Embarrassment flushed through me. I was going to have to beat the shit out of him later for that. Aatos, however, wasn’t uncomfortable in the least. No, he seemed to be thoroughly enjoying the moment. All humor slipped from Jax’ expression as his focus turn