Thorin considered denying it but paused, finding no reason to do so. "I believe that's a private matter. Anyway, Riona's strong, and she could be a real asset to our pack—assuming the members can pry open their minds. Can I trust you with that? They hang on your every word."
That's brutal, Charna thought, her heart sank. You know exactly how I feel about you, and yet you're asking me to play cheerleader for your new fling? How could you be so cruel?
She bit down on her lower lip, battling the tears threatening to make an appearance. Her body trembled, not sure whether it wanted to scream, cry, or both. This was too much—way too much.
Just as she was about to unload all her pent-up feelings on Thorin, the door swung open.
"Oh, sorry. Did we come at a bad time?" Zane hesitated, stopping in the doorway.
