Avery made her way to the Alpha's office to meet Shane. Her mind was racing with the events that had transpired earlier, and she could feel a knot tightening in her stomach as she replayed the hurtful words over and over. She took a deep breath before knocking on the heavy wooden door, trying to steady herself.

"Come in," Shane's voice called from the other side.

Avery pushed the door open and stepped inside. The Alpha's office was spacious and well-decorated, with shelves lined with ...