Chapter 113

Nicole's wolf clawed within. It was mad that Garrett was bringing up Nicole's insecurities. "Nicole, you have to understand," Garrett continued as he spoke earnestly. "I've seen what you went through in your previous pack. I watched you suffer, and I don't want to see you go through that again. Liam may be the alpha, but love and care are not his strong suits." Nicole winced at the mention of her past trauma, the memories threatening to consume her. She ached to defend Liam, to tell Garrett that he had changed, that he had shown her kindness and compassion she had never experienced before. But the pain in her heart silenced her, leaving her unable to find the words to articulate her conflicting emotions. Garrett's gaze softened as he noticed the hurt in Nicole's eyes, his tone milder. "Nicole, I'm sorry if my words hurt you. I truly am just looking out for your well-being. I don't want to see you hurt again." Tears welled in Nicole's eyes, her voice trembling as she finally found the s