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.

notice the flicker of disappointment in his eyes, and I

another smile and say,

He taps my nose, his disappointment already hidden. “Set up your phone. Call me when you do.”

I’ll just get a new burner as soon as I can.

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

together.”

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Clayton’s

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

with

***

is

human city of White Peak–well, you can’t really compare them. They’re

different worlds.

heart racing as I 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 with the sound of traffic.

overwhelming, the sheer size and energy of it all. I’m used to the quiet, the solitude of my little town. Here, everything is bigger, louder,

the crowd. He seems at ease, comfortable in this urban jungle.

he says, guiding me towards a large

Its windows

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Clayton’s

fashions, and I can’t help but

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

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 too busy keeping an eye on our surroundings, his gaze sharp and alert.

relaxed. and easy–going. During my heat, he

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

company, especially in a place like this. The crowds make me nervous, the constant movement

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noise setting my nerves on edge. But with Rowan here, I feel safer, more grounded.

with humans. I’d noticed in White Peak and Cedarwood that they

glance toward me and scent

pass.

Rowan, or is it

your power, Selene says, calm as ever. You

That’s going to make hiding a lot

than hiding, it would be more prudent to

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