Chloe's POV
I grabbed his belt, my eyes wet and accusing. My voice shook as I bit out each word.
"James, I've never been one to play games. I love hard, I hate hard, and I know when to let go. Just give me one reason—one real reason—and I'll never bother you again."
His gaze dropped to my hand on his belt.
He took a deep breath and gently but firmly removed my hand.
"Chloe," he said quietly, "you're the daughter of one of the most powerful Alphas in North America. You're brilliant, beautiful, and you have the whole world ahead of you. And I'm just... a doctor. A guy who happens to be decent-looking but nothing special. Why would you settle for me?"
"I'm not good with words. I'm slow to warm up. Hell, I can't even be a proper boyfriend most of the time. You deserve so mu
