I could see the tension building between them like storm clouds gathering. Their werewolf instincts were beginning to surface, and I needed to intervene before things escalated.
"Gentlemen, please," I said firmly, stepping between them. "We're standing outside a courthouse. Let's maintain some dignity."
As we reached the parking area, I turned to Adrian with an apologetic expression. "I'm sorry, Adrian, but I do have obligations to my client. You understand."
Adrian's forced smile didn't reach his eyes. "Of course. Professional duty comes first. I'll head back to my office then."
Connor watched Adrian's departure with undisguised smugness, his satisfaction practically radiating from his tall frame.
After Adrian disappeared from view, I turned to Connor with feigned annoyance. "Why do
