30 Chapter 30 The Audit Begins Draven's POV 1 I sat in my chair , answered on speakerphone , and heard the shrill voice coming through . " Draven , what the hell is this about renovating the finance floor without my authorization ? " " Lower your voice , Howard . I'm not your subordinate for you to yell at . I'm your Alpha and your boss . And I don't need your authorization to do whatever I want in my company or my territory ! " My wolf , Alaric , growled in agreement , bristling at the disrespect . " This is outrageous ! I had just left the building when I got a mind - link from Clara saying that starting Monday , finance will operate on the sixteenth floor , on the same floor as marketing . It's completely absurd for finance to share a floor with another department , especially marketing ! I tried to go back , but the elevator won't stop on our floor . What the hell is going on ? " " Exactly what the message says is happening , " I replied , my voice carrying the subtle hint of Alpha authority . " The finance floor will undergo renovation . Follow the instructions sent in the email . Starting Monday , you'll work on the sixteenth floor . Finance and marketing will share the floor temporarily - we don't have another empty floor in the building ." " That's not how things work , Draven . Who decided the floor needs renovation out of nowhere ? " Howard's tone was bordering on challenging . " It wasn't out of nowhere , Howard . I was on the floor yesterday , remember ? I noticed repairs needed to be made , including electrical work . So I , as both the Alpha of this territory and the owner of this company , decided to renovate ." I heard him huff on the other end of the line and smiled . I loved making Howard's life hell , and I knew he must be furious , especially about having to share the floor with marketing . " Draven , if finance has to share a floor , it should be with the executive office . We deal with sensitive matters . You need to make this change immediately . " " And disrupt my space , Howard ? No way am I going to put up with you on my floor ! The decision has been made by your Alpha , so deal with it ! " My voice dropped to a dangerous tone . " Draven , don't treat me like some omega! " " Then don't act like one . Anything else , Howard ? " My patience was wearing thin . " I need to go back with my team and move the files and computers , Draven . Have them release the elevator . " " No need , Howard . Clara has already organized the move . It will all be done over the weekend , so it won't disrupt the department's work . When you arrive on Monday , everything will be ready . " " No way , Draven . There are important and confidential documents there that can't fall into just anyone's hands . " I sensed desperation in his voice , putting both Alaric and me on alert . " Exactly why Clara will coordinate everything . You and the rest of the team report to work on the sixteenth floor starting Monday . Until then , none of you have anything to do in the building . I'm even going to have security block your entry so you won't be tempted to show up and interfere with Clara's work . Anything else , Howard ? " My voice carried the unmistakable weight of an Alpha command . " I didn't 07:41 143 think so ." I slammed the phone down hard when I hung up . That Howard really ticked off both me and my wolf ! I picked up the phone again and called my head of security . " Daniel , block everyone from entering the building until Monday - no employees , not even directors . Until then , only people explicitly authorized by me , Clara , and Ryan are allowed in . This is a direct order from your Alpha ." I hung up and looked at my beautiful assistant sitting there . I immediately calmed down , but that primal fire inside me ignited again . What is it about this woman that gets both me and Alaric so worked up just by looking at her ? Even without being able to scent her , she had a powerful effect on us . She had already composed herself , sitting elegantly with crossed legs and her professional demeanor . But she wasn't fooling me or my wolf - I knew she was burning with the same fire I felt . As I walked toward her , I heard knocks on the door , followed by Ryan's foolish remarks . Damn it ! These cockblockers ! " Alpha Draven , open this door , or I'll assume you're claiming your gorgeous assistant on the couch ! " I saw Caroline turn red with embarrassment and smiled at her . I went to the door and opened it , rolling my eyes at Ryan , who walked in saying sarcastically , " Just a quick private meeting , huh ? " When he saw her sitting on the couch , he deflated and started apologizing . " Shit ! Carrie , I'm sorry , I was just messing with Draven , please don't be upset ... " 12 " Relax , Ryan . When your Alpha finally manages to claim me , it won't be on this couch with you interrupting the bond , " she replied boldly . He was shocked . But I already knew my bold and clever assistant . I burst out laughing and went to her , gave her a kiss on the cheek , and said while looking into her eyes , " No , it definitely won't be . It'll be on a nice big bed where I can take you in every imaginable position without any pack members disrupting us ." I saw the fire in her eyes and knew she was aroused . Looking at her breasts , I noticed her nipples had hardened . This woman was going to be the death of me and my wolf . Unable to contain myself , I put one knee on the couch and captured her mouth in a passionate kiss , holding her face with both hands . Alaric howled in pleasure within me . When we pulled apart, she was panting , and Ryan cleared his throat behind me . I was already hard again , my wolf demanding more . But I spoke calmly , " We'll continue this later . Unfortunately , my Beta here decided to interrupt us . " " I think he's jealous of you , " she said playfully . " If you guys don't need anything else , I'm heading home to see my son . " " Won't you wait for me ? I can drive you , " I said , wanting to keep her close a little longer . " No , thanks , but I need to relieve the babysitter . See you tomorrow ." I helped her up and gave her a quick peck on the lips . As she passed by Ryan , she placed her hand on his shoulder and said with a smile , " Right now , I feel like ripping your throat out ! " 1 I started laughing . Man , I was head over heels for this woman ! There was no turning back for either me or my wolf . Even without the traditional mate bond , I knew she was meant to be mine . 2 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!