Willow stood near Jason’s desk, perfectly dressed and composed as though nothing unpleasant had happened the night before. Kirk stood several feet away. Ryker’s jaw tightened.
“Where is Alpha Jason?”
Willow smiled politely.
“Good morning, Alpha Ryker.”
Ryker didn’t return the greeting.
“What is the meaning of this?”
His voice became colder.
“We agreed to meet here this morning so your Alpha could accept my mate’s rejection.”
Willow’s smile faltered slightly.
“Alpha Ryker, I apologize on behalf of my mate. Unfortunately, Jason is indisposed this morning.”
Ryker stared at her.
“Indisposed?”
“Yes.”
Willow clasped her hands in front of herself.
“To be truthful, he hasn’t been well in the mornings lately.”
Kirk’s expression remained carefully neutral.
“He should be available aft
