Amelia’s POV

His voice pierced through the air like a blade, his tone sharp and commanding.

“Hey, you.”

My heart skipped. I turned slowly, careful not to let my panic show, my head bowing low as I whispered, “Yes, Alpha?”

Asher stood a few feet away, his posture tall.

I could almost imagine that smug smile on his face.

His presence suffocating the room even without trying.

But I saw it in his eyes, he didn't recognize me, not yet.

He studied me for a moment, his gaze ...