Chapter 0166

Ella POV

Michael had just returned from a trip with friends to a neighboring pack’s land for some casual camping. From the way he spoke about it, the outing had been uneventful, making Diana’s exuberant welcome feel even more out of place.

Of course, I wouldn’t comment on it; the tension in the air was palpable enough, at least to me. Michael, however, seemed completely oblivious.

He kept trying to steer the conversation away from his mother’s hovering remarks, shifting his focus to Alexander instead.

Finally, one of the staff members entered the room to inform Diana that she had a phone call. She hesitated, clearly reluctant to leave, but eventually excused herself, leaving the three of us alone.

As soon as the door closed behind her, Michael turned to Alexander with a wide grin, his entire demeanor brightening. It was obvious that Michael admired his older brother deeply. The way he looked at Alexander, with a mix of respect and eagerness, tugged at something in my chest.

I didn’t have siblings myself, so I couldn’t fully understand their dynamic, but it was endearing to witness the bond between them, even if it seemed complicated.

“How long are you in town for?” Michael asked, leaning forward slightly.

“Just for the night,” Alexander replied, his tone casual. “Though I’ll be back again soon.”

“For wedding stuff?” Michael guessed.

Alexander said with a faint

I can help with?” Michael offered, his enthusiasm unmistakable.

brush off the suggestion outright, but

not sure off the top of my head,” he admitted. “But I’ll

shining through. “It’s not every day my big brother gets

hope not,” I

as it met mine. “No,” he agreed, “I intend for it to only be the one time. It’s far too much work to

chest.

the room felt lighter, the tension left behind by Diana’s presence fading into the background. It was just the three of us, sharing a simple, heartfelt exchange. It all felt

a few things I could use your help with,” Alexander said, his tone measured, but

fell slightly. “Oh,” he said, his earlier excitement

that a problem?” I asked,

“(

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really,” Michael replied, but his voice lacked conviction. “It’s just… you’ve seen how

an adult, Michael, and you can make your own decisions. If you want to come to the capital, I can arrange

been to the capital?” I

slowly, and

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