Maria.
I hadn't even fully processed the fact that Noah had walked away when suddenly a hand seized my arm and spun me around. The sudden movement stole the air from my lungs, my balance faltering as my name was called, firm and unmistakable.
"Maria."
My heart leapt straight into my throat. I stared up at the face before me and panic surged, hot and sharp. Alpha Aidan. Of all people. A bitter thought crossed my mind, could they all not give me a moment to breathe? I tried so hard to stay out of trouble, to make myself small and invisible, yet trouble seemed to seek me out at every turn.
