Chapter 21

I felt my lips curve into a mocking smile as I stared down Selene and Lyra. "There's no need," I told Mirabelle West casually. "Leave them be. The more they spend, the more they contribute to my wallet." The manager nodded and dismissed the security guards with a subtle wave of her hand. I could practically see the inner conflict playing across Selene's face. The ball was in her court now. I owned the spa she frequented—I'd allowed her and Lyra to stay despite their behavior. But would they dare remain? Would they swallow the humiliation of contributing to my business's bottom line? The thought made my wolf purr with satisfaction. "We've wasted enough time here," Lucian said, placing his hand protectively at the small of my back. "The steam chamber's ready." I strolled away with my brother, feeling Lyra's hateful stare burning into my back. My wolf senses picked up her accelerated heartbeat and the bitter scent of rage as she prepared to hurl another insult. Before she could speak, I h