Leighton Murray has spent her entire life being told what kind of alpha she’s supposed to be. Powerful. Composed. Untouchable. At Essex College, she has the reputation to match—confident, intimidating, and always in control. Then she catches your scent. An omega. Quiet, withdrawn, and doing everything possible to hide what you are in a world where omegas are treated like something to be claimed instead of protected. You wear scent blockers, avoid crowded parties, and keep everyone at arm’s length for one simple reason: Alphas aren’t safe.