Chapter 19 Ready

• “Word?” Adler’s eyelashes fluttered. “What word, Avalynn?”
• “That you’re not going rat me out once I start working for the Alpha.” I took a deep breath. I’ve decided to work with him, Adler. Just like you, I want to have nothing to do with you. So, give me your word. Tell me that our mate tie will remain hidden forever, and that you will speak nothing about me, and whatever that you know about me.” I demanded with courage. “Surely, that wouldn’t be hard to do. You also want the same thing, right?”
• We stared at each other for seconds before he stepped forward. He run his fingers through his messy hair. His eyes were focused below.