Page 176 of Ashley & the A-Listers

“This is my pack, and I think we should run with this… exposure. Turn it in our favor.”

Affection filled her heart until it didn’t fit behind her ribs. Cameron was claiming her in this small way, in front of this important person.

A purr almost slipped out, but she caught it at the last second, hoping the microphone on the computer didn’t pick her up.

Cam heard it, though, and in the image of them on the screen, she watched his lips curl.

“Alright. Well. There’s no talking you out of it, I suppose?”

Cam shook his head, and the blond sighed.

“I can’t promise it’ll be smooth, but I’ll find a new manager, one who specializes in celebrity packs. In the meantime, adhere to the rules we set earlier. No responding to fan messages, and no talking to the press. I have a feeling the paps are going to be on your trail now. At this point, just try not to be scandalous in public.”

Cameron smirked. “No promises.”

Ashley pinched his thigh.

“Ugh, I forget how annoying new packs are. I have a few questions for each of you, and then I’ll let you get back to christening that apartment.”

Cameron grinned at her, and Ashley wondered if that was on the agenda as well.

Dylan cleared his throat. “Should I get a few extra security personnel? How much of a threat do we think the paparazzi are?”

“I think you’re safe… for now. As this story develops and the fans start deep-diving into each of your lives, it might be necessary. You can never be too careful.”

A nervous twinge settled in Ashley’s stomach, but she didn’t let it show. Dylan, however, could feel her nerves, and placed a hand on her shoulder, squeezing softly. It was close to but not on top of the bite mark he’d left her with. Comforting.

She didn’t like the idea of strangers digging up her life, or her pack’s life.

I have a pack.

The thought made her chest go light, champagne bubbles popping. Ashley had always wanted a pack. People to call her own. People who wouldn’t leave.

She laid a hand on Dylan’s over her shoulder.

He may have left once, but things were different now. They were different.

“I’d advise avoiding social media for the foreseeable future, until the fans get over the initial outrage. Then we can plan some sightings, really show everyone how cute you all are together, win them over that way. For now, focus on filming, and it should die down.”

Cameron pulled River into his side, and both of them leaned into Ashley. She arched a brow, staring down at the omega.

“We are sooo cute,” he said. “They’re gonna love us.”

Ashley sure hoped he was right.

Cameron was a movie star, an A-list celebrity.

She just didn’t realize how much that would affect… her.

Or the gym.

At first, life continued like… normal. Ish.

Ashley went to the gym, and Cameron started filming.

She stayed with him more often than not, so their paths would cross just a little on the busiest days.

But then the statement went out, Cameron officially claiming them all as pack. As one.

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