I stared at Kane's outstretched hand , conflicted . His sudden gallantry was jarring compared to his usual playboy demeanor . " I'd rather walk , " I said coldly , adjusting my hospital bag on my shoulder . Kane arched an eyebrow , his smirk returning . " In your condition ? Be reasonable , Aurora . " I took a step back . " I've learned not to accept favors from you . " " Favors ? " His laugh was low and amused . " Is that what we're calling it now ? " My heart skipped a beat as heat rushed to my face . " That was a mistake . One I don't intend to repeat . " Kane's eyes darkened , his voice dropping to a husky whisper that seemed to caress my skin . " If it was such a terrible mistake , Aurora , why do I see the hunger in your eyes every time we're alone ? Your body remembers what your pride wants to forget . " I glanced around nervously . " Keep your voice down ! " " Get in the car , Aurora , " he said more softly . " If anyone sees the future Luna walking home from the hospital alone , there will be questions you don't want to answer . " He had me there . With a resigned sigh , I slid into the passenger seat . As we pulled away , I kept my gaze fixed out the window , hyper - aware of his proximity in the confined space . " You know , " Kane said conversationally , " watching Raymond and Giana these past weeks , it's obvious they're completely besotted with each other . " I flinched despite myself . " Is there a point to this observation ? " " Just that your marriage is destined to be remarkably empty . " He glanced at me . " It's a shame , really . The Aurora from that night deserves better . " My fingernails dug into my palms . " You don't know anything about me . " " I know more than you think , " he countered . " I know that when you're not playing the perfect Beta's daughter or the dutiful fiancée , there's fire underneath . " The memory of our night together flashed unbidden through my mind . It had left an impression , even through the drug - induced haze . " Pull over , " I demanded . " I'll walk the rest of the way . " " Aurora- " 1/2 Chapter 19 " Now , Kane . " +15 BONUS He sighed but complied , easing the car to the side of the road . Before I could reach for the door handle , he caught my wrist , his touch sending an unwelcome jolt through my body . " You can lie to Raymond . You can lie to your father . Hell , you can even lie to yourself , " he said , his voice unusually serious . " But don't lie to me . Not about this . " I yanked my hand away . " There is no ' this . ' Stay away from me , Kane . " Something primal warned me that any further entanglement with Kane would be dangerous . Just as I pushed the door open , a sleek silver car pulled up behind us . My stomach dropped as I recognized Raymond's vehicle . Giana was in the passenger seat . I quickly stepped away from Kane's car as Raymond approached , his face a mask of confusion and suspicion . " Aurora ? What are you doing with him ? " Kane leaned across the seat , his usual smirk firmly back in place . " Just offering your abandoned fiancée a ride home from the hospital . Since you were ... otherwise occupied . " Raymond's jaw tightened . " I was dealing with an emergency , " he said , though guilt flickered across his features . " Giana was attacked in the rogue slums when she went to visit an old friend . " Giana appeared at his side , her eyes dramatically downcast . " It was horrible , " she whispered , clinging to Raymond's arm . " They recognized me as having connections to the Blood Moon Pack . " " I want to bring her back to the pack house , " Raymond continued , his tone softening as he glanced at her . " For protection . " I stared at him in disbelief . " You can't be serious . " " Aurora , " Raymond lowered his voice , " I need you to speak to my parents about this . They'll listen to you . " Absolutely not , " I replied firmly . " You know what your father thinks about rogues . This will only cause trouble . " Kane gave a low whistle . " Well , this is interesting . Tell me , Raymond , which one is your actual fiancée ? Because from where I'm standing , it's hard to tell . " Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!