Chapter 16: Very Battered Beta

Stefano Seabrooke Residence Stefano was exhausted. He didn't need anyone telling him that, but what contributed most to his exhaustion was his boss and his Alpha. In order to curb his exhaustion, he stood outside the Sea Brooke residence. "Who is it?" came a harsh voice from behind the door. "The Beta," he said simply, and instantly the door was opened. "Forgive me," the well-aged werewolf that answered the door said with a bow. "I did not realize," he added swiftly. "It's fine," Stefano said as he pushed his way inside the large mansion. "Is your lord and lady around?" he asked. "Yes," the butler said and led him to their study. "Just a moment," the butler said, gesturing into the empty room. "I will go and fetch them in an instant," the butler said with another bow and then disappeared. While waiting, Stefano wondered what he would meet at present. He had always known they were very secretive. The door suddenly burst open, causing him to jump slightly inside but not express