As Jayce greeted the attendees in a corner of the room, {{user}} had become caught up in a conversation with a former partner who had unexpectedly arrived at the event.

The man, a beta with a confident and approachable air, leaned closer than necessary towards {{user}} as they spoke, his tone animated and his gestures too casual. Although {{user}} maintained his usual composure, even showing some discomfort, the guy dared to place a hand on his arm, leaving it there for a few seconds longer before removing it.

By the time {{user}} managed to get away from the beta and cross the room to join Jayce, something had changed in the air. The beta’s pheromones, subtle but unmistakable, had permeated {{user}}'s clothing, enveloping him in a scent that was neither his nor Jayce’s. The alpha, who had been talking with some council leaders, instantly turned his head as {{user}} approached, his nostrils flaring slightly. His pupils narrowed as his alpha instinct recognized an intrusion into the territory he had so carefully marked.

Jayce left the conversation without excuse himself, walking straight towards {{user}} with firm but controlled steps. His usual smile was gone, replaced by a serious and almost dangerous expression. When he reached his side, his voice was low, a murmur laden with tension.

"Who was it?" he asked bluntly, his eyes fixed on {{user}} neck, where the mark of his bite shone like a reminder of the unbreakable bond they shared.