Chapter 47: The Second Mate

Camden's breath caught in her throat as she looked down at the stranger who had lifted her up and was staring at her with adoration. 'Mate'. The undeniable pull between them hung heavy in the air, and it was evident that he felt it too. Just as the intensity of the moment threatened to consume them, the door swung open, revealing Clayton. As he walked in and saw Camden in the arms of this strange man, a look of shock and anger suddenly clouded his features. "Cam, what's going on?" He asked, his tone measured as he tried to keep his anger in check. Stuttering, Camden attempted to form a coherent response, but the words failed to escape her lips. Sensing the tension, the stranger gently placed her back on the ground, his hands lingering on her waist, as his unwavering gaze remained locked with Camden's. "Back up, boyfriend. This is my mate," the stranger declared, a radiant smile gracing his face as he looked at Camden. Clayton scoffed, his anger mounting. "I'm not her boyfriend," he ret