Tangled

Chapter 50

51 Ava: Clayton’s Departure

Clayton’s shoulders stiffen, and he sighs. “You’ll be safe as long as you stay within the pack,” he says, his voice tight.

My heart skips a beat at his words.

“I’m going to have to go out on a quick trip,” Clayton continues, and my eyes widen.

A trip? Where? And why?

The questions are burning on the tip of my tongue, but I bite them back, not wanting to draw attention to myself. Besides, I don’t need to know.

Instead, I force a small smile and say, “I hope you have

a safe trip.”

Clayton nods, his expression softening as he meets my gaze. “Thank you, Ava.”

For a moment, I think he’s going to say more, but then he seems to think better of it. He takes a step towards me, and my heart rate picks up, my body tensing

involuntarily.

“Can I have a goodbye kiss?” he asks, his voice low and

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rough.

I swallow hard, my mouth dry. A part of me wouldn’t

mind feeling his lips on mine again, knowing the passion that can erupt between us.

But a much larger part of me holds me back.

So instead of leaning in, I turn my head slightly,

offering him my cheek. His lips brush against my skin, warm and soft, and I feel a shiver run down my spine despite myself.

but notice the flicker of disappointment in his

smile and say,

nose, his disappointment already hidden.

no point wondering if it’s hacked. I’ll just get a new burner

check up on you. Try staying inside. Rowan will be by this afternoon, and if you need to

together.”

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Clayton’s

heart beats a little faster. Without Clayton, it’ll probably be

I say again, with a

***

city is

much smaller human city of White

different worlds.

take it all in. Skyscrapers tower overhead, their glass facades glinting in the sunlight. The sidewalks are packed with people, all rushing to their destinations, their chatter and laughter mingling

energy of it all. I’m used to the quiet, the solitude of my little town. Here, everything is bigger, louder, more vibrant.

walking beside me, his eyes scanning the crowd. He seems at ease, comfortable in this urban jungle. I

says, guiding me towards a

windows

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I can’t help but

is even more impressive. The floors are polished marble, the ceilings high and adorned with glittering chandeliers. The air is perfumed with the scent of expensive cosmetics and leather

t–shirt, even with the brand names on their labels–something I’d found excessive, but I’m learning that Clayton doesn’t know the meaning of frugal–but Rowan doesn’t seem to notice. He’s

I steal glances at Rowan. He’s different now, more relaxed. and easy–going. During my

tension between us. He’s just Rowan, warm and friendly, a steady presence at my side. If I didn’t already know, I never would have suspected him to be the beta

appreciate his company, especially in a place like this. The crowds

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Clayton’s

edge. But with Rowan here, I feel

that they never looked twice at me, accepting me as just another

me and scent the air as

pass.

the presence of Rowan, or

your power, Selene says, calm as ever. You no longer

That’s going to make hiding a lot

be more prudent to get stronger so

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