"You know you belong here with me," Caleb whispered in my ear.
A shudder ran down my spine. I wanted to pull away but his voice paralyzed me.
"No!" I snapped, my voice trembling, giving away my fear.
His hands curled around my shoulders. I closed my eyes, the touch so soft and familiar I secretly wanted more even though the mere thought made my stomach turn.

*** 

For five years I tried to outrun the fate someone else chose for me. I avoided Alphas and pack business and kept a low profile. That is, until the mysterious and gorgeous Alpha Loki dragged me back into that world, toying dangerously with my future, and with my heart.

Between Two Alphas is created by Sylvia Conley, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

BETWEEN TWO ALPHAS

In an alley off of Central Street, I ducked under the yellow crime scene tape.  Already, there was a curious crowd gathering and some entry-level cops holding them back. Police lights spun, flashing off the stone walls. 


I caught Zinnia’s scent before I saw her, leaning against the alley wall. Another detective had his hand on her shoulder. 


“Zinnia,” I said, stepping up behind her and touching her shoulder. 


She tensed. “Oh, Gen, you’re here!” she turned to me and hugged me, clinging to my neck as a sob shook her. 


“This is a bad one,” the other detective said. He motioned deeper into the alley. 


I looked into the darkness, my eyes adjusting quickly. There were forensic specialists moving around, collecting evidence. The body was covered but I could tell the victim’s limbs were sprawled out at odd angles. 


“It’s okay, Zinnia, sometimes you have to lose it,” I whispered, patting her back. 


Chapter 9: The Crime Scene