Page 188 of Harley & Her Ferals

Even though his eyes are wild, he’s holding onto his control in a way that he could never manage in the past.

In the last few weeks, Feral has learned what it means to live no longer in isolation, outside his cage in the attic. He’s grown and developed with the support of a new family.

Now, he glances at Harbinger, who has opened the bottle of water and is studying it.

Instantly, Feral understands our fear.

But how can he help without giving away our plot?

Feral growls, deep in his throat, before prowling to Harbinger. He pounces on him, batting the water out of his hand.

In the struggle, Feral’s water also…conveniently…drops to the floor.

Both bottles spill out into a puddle.

River’s shoulders slump with relief.

“Smart Alpha,” Laurent praises.

But then, I see that Allegra is pulling out the remote control to Feral’s shock collar.

“No!” I yell.

To my surprise, Lionzio breaks off his conversation with Vinnie and glares at Allegra. “Don’t you dare.”

Lionzio marches to the two Alphas like both of them aren’t strong enough to break him in half.

“Stop this,” Lionzio barks at Feral.

Feral rests his hand around Harbinger’s neck for a moment longer. To people who don’t know the two Alphas, it looks dominating in an aggressive way.

I know, however, that Feral is taking the chance to show his possessive love.

To make sure Harbinger is aware how much we’ve missed him.

Harbinger’s pain lessens through the bond, suffusing with a loving softness.

These two Alphas understand each other at a deep level without the need for words.

Harbinger appears to have caught on about the water. He’s vibrating with a new confidence now.

Lionzio rests his hand on Feral’s elbow, leading him back to the gate of his own octagon.

Lionzio pats him on the shoulder. “Good luck.” Then to my shock, he drags him into an awkward hug. “I’m sorry.”

Feral stands frozen.

What does my brother mean?

Lionzio coughs, pulling back.

Embarrassed, he smooths down his suit. “Win for my sis, okay?”

Feral nods.

Lionzio peeks at me like he expects me to glower back.

Instead, I smile.

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