Chapter 24

~Maverick ~ “Good!” I exclaimed while doing the Alpha’s nod. “And let me be clear: If I find out this was a ploy, I swear I will fire everyone involved and ensure you’re punished for defamation.” My eyes landed back on Jasmine, my hard heart softening immediately. I dismissed everyone, wanting to be alone with Jasmine. As they scurried out of the room, I turned my full attention to her. She was still angry with me, avoiding my gaze. Then, she uttered, “I’m not a damsel in distress. I can fight for myself! You’ve made it clear through your expressions that you didn’t believe me, so what are you trying to prove now? That you care?” I tried to suppress the smile that threatened to take over, unaffected by her words. I stepped closer, until our bodies were flush and our breaths mingled. “First of all, it’s Maverick to you,” I said, my voice low. I didn’t need to tell her I believed her; my actions spoke for me. But she didn’t want me to be her hero; she wanted to keep our relationship hidd