Chapter 0158

It’s not that I don’t trust your judgment,” I said hesitantly. “I’m just… uneasy about all of this.”

“We can meet in person,” Alexander offered. “It might be easier to discuss our plans that way.”

“I’d love to,” I replied, “but I promised my father I’d help him with some pack matters today.”

“I see,” Alexander said, his tone calm. “It’s just as well. I have a few meetings I can’t put off. I also wanted to ask you about the David situation.”

I reached the end of the sidewalk and slid into the back seat of the car waiting to take me home. I leaned my head against the seat and sighed. Social media was buzzing about David again, and it was maddening.

After everything, he was still a thorn in my side. I wished he’d just disappear, but deep down, I knew that was never going to happen.

“Yes,” I said after a pause. “That’s something we need to address. I agree, though I’m not sure what the best approach is. I was hoping you might have an idea.”

“Does that mean I have your permission to handle the situation on my own?” Alexander asked.

His words gave me pause. There was a subtle edge to his tone, a quiet implication that he already had a plan in mind–one he didn’t seem inclined to explain. Honestly, the thought of not being directly involved was a relief.

quietly. “I think you’re better equipped to handle this than

his voice almost too

xplanation

a few choice

tugging at my lips. “He doesn’t handle

security and spoken

I asked, surprised. “When did you

replied. “I warned him that David’s activities seemed suspicious and that I was concerned he might

a good thing that you get along with my father, but I can’t help wondering

be concerned about at all,” Alexander assured me. “Isn’t it a good thing that your

to get along. Getting on my father’s good side is a great start. I

you sound so concerned?” Alexander asked, his tone curious.

it’s just that knowing you’re speaking to my parents outside of my presence makes me realize—I’ve yet to

he didn’t say anything in response.

I haven’t met your mother or your

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