Chapter 48

There was a moment of silence. We were still trying to digest the fact that John and Jimson had carried out this plan well under people’s eyes for more than a decade.

Finally, I drew in a breath and asked, “So… what now? Will you

be replacing the employees? I mean… the plant is practically

riddled with problems.””

Olivia’s POV

“Yes,” Alexander said. His voice was calm, precise–like he was

discussing quarterly reports. “I will reorganize the plant. These

corrupt elements have given me no choice.”

He meant it. After what happened at the plant, it was the bare

minimum other workers would expect for a better faith in their

Alpha.

Then, as if summoned by a ghost, the door swung open and in

came Ethan.


He halted mid–step at the fork between Alexander’s shoulder

and my bedside. His eyes flickered–anger, pain, and something

darker. His stance stiffened.

Alexander looked up, his expression cool. Then Ethan’s hands

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curled into fists at his sides, his jaw tightened.

“Why are you showing up here… every, single, day?” Ethan’s

voice cracked. His lips curled back revealing ivory fangs. “She’s

snarled, a low

I’ll kill any man,” he gestured at Alexander,

seduce her.”

in the back of my mind. “Why can’t

just leave us alone?”


a half–smile. His

replied. “I’ve come

on my watch.“”

even more canine teeth.

beneath the fluorescent

Alexander didn’t flinch.

calm–his voice low

wrong Ethan. Alpha Alexander isn’t a playboy.

the best Alpha

known.”

whirled on Gai. Even Gai’s face paled slightly. Ethan’s

he hissed, “Don’t try

hand, a ridiculous gesture,


trembling with frustration.

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want me. He doesn’t–like–women”

blinked. Literally. The three men froze, and even the nurse peeking in stopped her

Silence.

amused–and a little vindicated. He said softly, “I appreciate the… coverage.” He peered at me over his glasses. “Public awareness is useful.” Intrigue mixed with admiration in his tone. “Thank you.”

on his

I could say, “It’s not like that!” the door clicked–the foolproof machine of hospital privacy

pulled tight. “Gay?” He spat the word in disbelief. “Is he really gay?”

scoffed, cheeks aching with

already over.”

growl, Ethan stepped in close, almost touching me. “No.” His tone

be over… until the


next morning, I was discharged from

as I was wheeled to the entrance. Gai was already

him in a clean, pressed uniform,

me.

Alexander’s private jet,”

own.”

“Thanks, but no

softened immediately. “You don’t

can take care of you. You don’t need

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