Chapter fourteen: healing hearts

Aria’s POV

Xander hadn't said a word to me since we entered the room. I had expected an explanation after the little jealousy stunt he pulled earlier.

"You should get some rest. Lucas wants to start your withdrawal treatment tomorrow," he told me.

"Is that a question or an order?" I asked him placing a hand on my hip.

He stared at me for a brief moment, then raked his hand through his curls, appearing frustrated. I wondered what it would feel like to touch those soft locks. But I quickly pushed the thought away.

"Your health is my top priority, and I won't sit around watching you slowly get ill when there's a cure," he said.

I rolled my eyes at his apparent concern, crossing my arms and leaning against the wall. I could sense my wolf's disapproval with my attitude.

"You need to get some sleep. I have some work to finish up in my office," he said before making his way out of the room, leaving me alone with my thoughts. I took a deep breath, acknowledging that he was right. I needed as