"I can manage to go alone, Beth" The Alpha twisted his lips, grinding his molars. Aiden was barely able to stand without support. How could he possibly go on his own? Not that I would let him leave without me, but that's beside the point. Did he despise my company so much?

The housekeeper rolled her eyes. "That's nonsense. Rose can come along. After all, you both live together. Go on now!"

Ria gave him a sympathetic smile like she could imagine his inner turmoil. The beta was ...