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

woman,” he snarled, a low growl tearing

man,” he gestured at Alexander, “who

seduce her.”

the back of

just leave us alone?”


half–smile. His cool gaze sharpened.

employee,” he replied. “I’ve

on my watch.“”

snarled louder, baring even more canine teeth.

amber beneath the

Alexander didn’t flinch.

voice

it wrong Ethan. Alpha Alexander isn’t

yes–but he’s also the

known.”

Gai’s face paled slightly.

try to get any closer to

hand, a ridiculous gesture, but it worked. “Stop,” I


with

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want me. He doesn’t–like–women”

and even the nurse peeking in stopped her

Silence.

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

turned on his

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

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

up!” I scoffed, cheeks aching with

already over.”

touching me. “No.” His tone was low, deadly. He

over… until the day I


next morning, I was

as I was wheeled to the entrance. Gai was already waiting with a sleek black SUV.

in a clean, pressed uniform, looking crisp and

me.

private jet,” Ethan said sharply, stepping forward. “I’ve

own.”

him. “Thanks, but no thanks,” I said. “I’ll go

then softened immediately.

care of you. You don’t need to

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