Chapter 34

“I’m coming,” I called. I tucked the books away together on a shelf and opened the library door.

A warrior stood outside, a different one than who escorted me. Interesting. “The Alpha is looking for you,” he stated.

“Oh, of course, I lost track of time.” I smiled sheepishly, brushing off my skirts.

The warrior seemed nervous, looking around and fidgeting even though he stood straight. He took me a backward way that led to the kitchens. I assumed he was under orders to have me not seen.

Alpha Raymond stood outside the main doors; he looked surprised to see me.

“Alpha,” I said, bowing my head.

“Where have you been?” he demanded, glancing at the warrior.

“The library.” I looked at him, confused. “I lost track of time. Is there somewhere I was supposed to be?” I grabbed the fabric of my dress. “I thought I was supposed to be making myself scare,” I repeated his words back to him.

“Oh, yes, you are. I just wanted to ensure you were accounted for,” he said. “And okay,” he added as if