"You relish chasing after me, and I find it amusing, knowing the punishment I'll deliver when I finally catch you," he said smugly, causing Ivy to roll her eyes in disdain. "And that's exactly why I'll never be within your grasp," she shot back, her determination clear. To her, the thought of submitting to Alpha Jax was more horrifying than death, as the memory of losing her entire family at his hands still haunted her. To Ivy, Alpha Jax's arrogance and the atrocities he represented were unbearable. The mere memory of witnessing her family's slaughter fueled her resolve. She would rather face the ultimate consequence than become his mate. In Alpha Jax's world, life was a treacherous game of cat and mouse, where survival meant dominance. There was no greater pleasure than watching his intended mate struggle to escape their unbreakable bond, and he reveled in the chase, every step bringing him closer to victory.
