Addison was about to rise from her seat and join her mates when Leon gently pulled her back down beside him. "Leave them be," he said smoothly, leaning closer. "This is simply part of our culture. Please don't take offense. We Tigrens, are naturally sensual beings, a bit more free-spirited. Your Alpha mates are just too appealing to resist; it's only natural that the women would want to touch them."
His words, meant to soothe, only stoked the fire raging inside her. Every word sounded like an excuse, weak and dismissive, and it infuriated her. Trying to suppress the burning jealousy in her chest, Addison reached for her cup and began to drink more without thinking. The fruity wine slid down her throat, doing little to calm her flaring emotions.
