Mated To My Nightmare

River gritted her teeth, telling herself to play it cool and smart. “This isn't your concern, Alpha," she spat, reclaiming a pinch of control as she pushed past him. "My business is mine."

He chuckled amusingly, a corner of his mouth stretching up like a body of jelly. His chuckle made such a deep sound that sent goosebumps erupting across her skin.

"Isn't it?" he countered. He gestured to the shredded remains of his clothing scattered around them. "Seems like everything here tonight is somehow intertwined, wouldn't you agree, pequeña?"

Heat flooded her cheeks. She understood his words and gestures. “Don't call me that," she snapped, hating how easily his pet name could disarm her.

Gonzalo chuckled and every time he did, it seemed to send shivers down her spine despite her best efforts. "Touchy, are we?" he teased. "Then perhaps I should call you something else... like 'my mate'?"

Argh. There was no end to his insolence! Gonzalo was probably used to getting what he wanted but she