Chapter 20 Furious

I had no idea when Aaron turned off the lights; all I knew was darkness surrounded me. He began kissing me before I could fully adjust. He was inherently cold, a truth I discovered after a sudden shift in his behavior. Later, I learned that his cold demeanor wasn't exclusive to those he disliked. He displayed patience toward my absent-mindedness and panic, a rarity. He firmly held my hands on my head to keep me still. While alphas typically sought comfort from their partners, they would go to great lengths to reach a compromise if their partners resisted. Sometimes, they resorted to assertive measures. To them, loyalty in a partner was paramount. Meanwhile, I seemed dispensable to him. I was required to be loyal when he needed me, unable to leave as I wished when he didn't. I had no way of knowing when he might need me, and if I left abruptly, he would pursue me. The kiss left me feeling dizzy. I patted his back to signal the need for some breathing space. Although we had shared