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(Olivia's POV)'

Rain pounded against my windshield as I drove toward Stone Pack Enterprises headquarters. The wipers fought a losing battle against the downpour, much like my emotions battled

against the memories this place evoked.

I gripped the steering wheel tighter. No way was I going to Ethan's Moonlight Manor tonight.

The towering glass building of Stone Pack Enterprises.loomed ahead, its illuminated logo a beacon in the stormy darkness. Five years ago, I'd stood in front of these same doors, soaked to the bone and desperate.

Back then, I'd come begging for money to save our daughter's life.

The memory washed over me as vividly as the rain outside. I'd been turned away at reception, the woman's voice dripping with disdain as she informed me that "Miss Victoria Frost is Alpha Stone's girlfriend" and that I needed an appointment. When I refused to leave, security guards had dragged me out into the rain.

Standing on the sidewalk, clothes plastered to my skin, I'd sent Ethan a text message that still. made me cringe with shame: "Please. I'll do anything. Lily needs the treatment."

Maxwell Chen had eventually appeared with an umbrella, escorting me inside through a side entrance. Ethan had been cold, clinical, offering me a shower and change of clothes before we "discussed terms."

I'd complied, desperate for the money that might save our daughter.

An hour later, I left with a check and the receptionist's knowing smirk burning into my back.

Pulling into the parking garage, I pushed those memories aside. Today, I wasn't here to beg. I

was here to demand.

I texted Maxwell Chen: "I'm here to see Ethan regarding Connor Blackthorn." His response was immediate: "I'll meet you at the executive elevator."

Maxwell appeared exactly as I remembered him-impeccably dressed, expression neutral, the perfect assistant. If he recalled our last encounter, his face betrayed nothing.

"Miss Winters," he greeted with a slight bow. "Alpha Stone is expecting you at Moonlight

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Manor."

"I prefer to meet here," I replied firmly.

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Something flickered in Maxwell's eyes-surprise, perhaps but he simply nodded and led me

to the elevator.

Ethan's office occupied the entire top floor, a testament to his power and status. Floor-to-ceiling windows offered a panoramic view of the city, though tonight they

only

reflected the storm's fury.

Ethan stood when I entered, his amber eyes narrowing slightly.

"I expected you at Moonlight Manor," he said, his deep voice sending an

unwelcome shiver

down my spine.

"I prefer neutral ground," I replied coolly.

He studied me for a moment, then turned to Maxwell. "Have dinner delivered here instead."

Maxwell nodded and disappeared, leaving us alone.

Ethan gestured to the seating area. “Please, sit."

I remained standing. "I'm here about Connor Blackthorn."

"And I invited you to dinner," he countered, his tone hardening slightly. "We can discuss

business afterward."

Before I could respond, Maxwell returned with several staff members carrying covered dishes. The rich aroma of venison filled the air as they set up an elaborate meal on Ethan's conference

table.

My stomach betrayed me with a quiet growl. I recognized the dishes immediately- venison medallions with moonberry sauce, roasted root vegetables, and forest mushroom risotto. All

my favorites from Amber Crest Restaurant.

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"You remembered," I said before I could stop myself.

Something softened in Ethan's expression. "Of course."

The intimacy of the moment unsettled me. During our marriage, we'd rarely shared meals

had always been too busy with pack

and Emma.

out a chair

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+8 Points >

my expression neutral despite the delicious food before me. This

manipulation-using my hunger

mother?" Ethan asked as he served me a portion

curtly.

wait until after dinner,” he interrupted smoothly. "Tell me about your work

surprised he knew

business to know what's happening in my territory," he said, taking

his wine. "Especially when

possessive tone. "I'm not here to discuss my

amber eyes fixed on me intently.

of Lucas made my spine stiffen. "There's nothing

Ethan said, his voice deceptively casual. "The Alpha of

to my

down my fork with a sharp clink. "This

but Ethan was faster, moving to block my path.

enveloped me

he said softly, reaching for my

to pull away, but he held firm, drawing

something deep

this was

broke away, heart

Connor Blackthorn," Ethan

repaying

shook my head. "I don't want

"Why not?"

said bluntly.

justice for Lily."

tightened at the

made your priorities clear,

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They always have."

+8 Points >

face, quickly masked by

you want

from me, Olivia?"

you to authorize Connor Blackthorn's release," I stated firmly.

tried to kill you," Ethan

I countered. "You lost the right to protect me

you

abandoned me and Lily."

between us, sharp and cutting.

with an emotion

I couldn't-wouldn't-name.

finally said.

me, but I kept my

leave, eager to escape the confusing mix of emotions his presence stirred

the screen displaying "Silvercrest Pack Medical

my spine

was professionally calm but urgent.

mother has

rushed to emergency. Her

world tilted beneath my

The doctors are with her now, but you

quickly."

another call, years ago. Another emergency. Another

away.

Lily.

the nearest

beside me instantly, concern etched on his face.

I whispered, voice breaking. "She's in

took the phone from my hand. "This is Alpha

Stone. Prepare

Evelyn Winters. We're on our

call and helped me to my feet. "I'll

shaken to argue, I let him guide me to

small of my

back.

+8 Points >

130:

Pack Medical Den passed in a blur

beside me was both foreign and familiar-a reminder of

to each other.

at the entrance, her professional demeanor softening

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