Sloane's POV
I quickly stepped in front of Epoch, forcing a smile to ease the tension.
"Alright, that's enough. We've all had a long day. Let's call it here and meet again tomorrow."
I flashed a warm smile at the group, shot Wane a sharp warning look, and then swiftly pulled Epoch away.
As the private room door closed, I heard Epoch mutter in frustration.
"That stuck-up jerk's always trying to keep me and Sloane apart. And now he's lying? Saying he's her Mate?
"It's ridiculous. My Evie's like a burning flame—bright and passionate. How could she possibly be Mates with that walking iceberg? If the Moon Goddess paired them, she had to be drunk."
Epoch looked like he was ready to storm back in and knock Wane's teeth out.
And honestly? He almost did.
Thank god I stopped him right as he
