"You're not even that old. Why did you retire? I didn't ask this before, but I'm curious about it," Maya's eyes showed her seriousness as she inquired.

"I didn't want to work with Lucas. He's the Alpha, and though he's capable, I hate him from the bottom of my heart. That's why I used my age as an excuse. I could still work better than his current Beta, Harmis, but I have no interest in doing so."

"Though your age is catching up too, there's no denying that," Lima teased.

"It seems like you ...