Zoe POV

I push James away firmly, creating physical distance between us to emphasize my point, and my voice comes out sharper than I intended when I say, "This isn't as simple as you think it is, James. You're an Alpha—why can't you be rational about this? Why can't you think beyond your immediate jealousy and use your brain?"

He flinches slightly at my words but I don't soften them because he needs to understand.

"I'm asking Noah to come with ...