After Six Years The Alpha Begs For My Return Chapter 05
The moment the words left his mouth, the entire area fell so silent you could hear the wind.
Graham’s face darkened. His gaze flickered from the hand on my waist to the man’s face.
He had clearly recognized him. The arrogance vanished from his expression, and his wolf instincts forced him to look away. He didn’t say a word.
My grandfather thumped his cane on the ground. “Avery, who is this?”
Before I could answer, the man at my side spoke.
“Elder Calloway.” His tone was mild, as if discussing the weather, but his hand on my waist didn’t move. “It’s been years. You’re looking well.”
My grandfather narrowed his eyes, studying him for a full five seconds before his own expression tightened.
“The Beaumont boy?”
“Reese.” The man inclined his head slightly, a gesture neither deferential nor rude. “Your memory is sharp.”
The name landed, and the atmosphere shifted completely.
Ophelia’s mask of composure nearly cracked. Her fingers tightened on Gideon’s sleeve.
Franklin’s lips parted, but no words came out.