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

appreciate your trust,” Alexander said, his voice almost too casual. “I’ll spare you

xplanation

to be leaked to a few choice media outlets.

handle embarrassment well,” I

spoken to your

to my father?” I asked, surprised. “When did

him that David’s activities seemed suspicious and that I was concerned he might be planning something new. Security on your

a good thing that you get along with my father, but I

nothing to be concerned about at all,” Alexander assured me. “Isn’t it a good thing that your future husband and your father

good thing,” I agreed. “Of course, I want you and my parents to get along. Getting on my father’s good side is a great start. I even think my mother is

why do you sound so concerned?” Alexander asked, his

my presence makes me realize—I’ve yet to

inhale sharply, but he didn’t say anything in

I continued carefully, “and I haven’t met your mother or your brother

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