Chapter 17

Grayson:

I reach over to the other side of the bed, but it's empty. I open my eyes, slightly alarmed by Gabe's absence. I grab my phone to check the time, and notice a text from Gabe:

«Sorry babe. Had to go to work. I'll see you tonight ;)»

I frown, but get up anyway. After showering and brushing my teeth, I get dressed in a pair of ripped jeans and a black top, and make my way downstairs to eat breakfast. After a nice meal of bacon and eggs, I walk to the castle gates. Just as I'm about to step out, a guard stops me.

"Sorry Luna. Alpha ordered us to keep you inside," He said. My brows furrow in confusion.

"What? Why?" I ask. He shrugs. I try to step out again, but he just blocks me.

"You are not allowed," He states.

"Just let me go, Gabe won't know," I argue, still trying to get past. He shaked his head.

"I can't do so unless he lets me," He replies, crossing his arms over his chest. I roll my eyes and pull out my phone, calling Gabe:

"Gray, don't call me while I'm at work," Is th