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My phone felt heavy in my hand as Matriarch Evelyn's voice continued through the speaker.
"Alpha Blackwood is waiting for you downstairs, dear," she said, her tone warm but leaving no room for
argument. "A fine young Alpha from a respected bloodline. Tve arranged everything"
| closed my eyes, fighting the wave of frustration that threatened to overwhelm"Grandmother, | appreciate
your concern, but I'm not interested in dating right
now"
"Nonsense," she replied briskly. "You need protection, Olivia. Someone to stand against Ethan and that woman.
Alpha Blackwood comes from a powerful family with connections throughout the Northern
Territories"
Her voice softened. "Give him a chance. For me."
| sighed, knowing resistance was futile. The Matriarch rarely took no for an answer, especially when she believed
she was acting in someone's best interest.
"Fine," | conceded reluctantly. "One dinner."
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"Excellent!" Her satisfaction was palpable even through the phone. "He's waiting in the black Rolls-Royce Ghost
at the main entrance. Don't keep him waiting."
After ending the call, | gathered my
belongings and headed for the elevator. My reflection in the polished doors showed a woman | barely recognized-
thinner, more haunted, but somehow stronger than before. The emerald eyes staring back atheld a wariness
that hadn't been there before Lily's death.
As the elevator descended, | straightened my posture. Whatever this dinner entailed, | would maintain my
dignity.
the glass The lobby was nearly empty as | crossed it, my heels clicking against the marble floor. Through doors, |
could see several vehicles parked outside, including a sleek black Rolls-Royce Ghost that must belong to Alpha
Blackwood.
But my attention was immediately captured by another vehicle-Ethan's distinctive black Rolls-Royce parked
prominently near the entrance. My steps faltered as | recognized it.
Why was he here? Had he cto continue our argument from this morning? As | watched, Victoria Frost
emerged from the building, her perfect makeup and designer clothes a stark contrast to my more modest
appearance. Without hesitation, she walked directly to Ethan's car and slipped
inside.
Even from this distance, | could see her lean across the seat and press her lips against Ethan's in a lingering kiss.
The sight sent a sharp pain through my chest despite everything that had happened between us
Several of my colleagues who were leaving for the day noticed the scene, their whispered comments carrying
clearly in the quiet lobby.
"They don't even try to hide it anymore."
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"Poor Olivia. Everyone knows he's with Victoria now."
1 heard he locked her in a basement with rats. Can you imagine?"
| forced myself to keep walking, my chin held high despite the humiliation burning
through me. Let them talk. Let them see Victoria kissing my mate while | was being set up with someone else.
The truth of our broken relationship was becoming impossible to hide.
As | approached the entrance, a tall man stepped out of the black Rolls-Royce Ghost. Alpha Blackwood was
undeniably handsome, with sharp features and an air of confidence that spoke of his status. His tailored suit
probably cost more than my monthly salary, and his shoes gleamed in the late afternoon sunlight.
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"Olivia Winters," he greetedwith a respectful bow, his voice deep and cultured. "It's an honor to meet you.
I'm Miles Blackwood."
| nodded politely, acutely aware of Ethan's gaze burning into my back from his car, Without turning. | knew he
was watching my every
move.
"Alpha Blackwood," | replied, keeping my voice neutral. "Thank you for the invitation."
He opened the passenger door forwith a flourish. "Please, callMiles."
As | prepared to enter his car, my phone buzzed with a text message. | glanced at it briefly.
Ethan: Get out of the car.
The commanding tone of the message made my blood boil. After everything he'd done-after id just witnessed
him with Victoria-he had the audacity to orderaround?
| deliberately slipped my phone back into my purse without responding, my chin lifting slightly in defiance. Let
him watch as | got into another man's car. Let him feel a fraction of what I'd been feeling for years.
Miles closed the door behindand walked around to the driver's side. Through the window, | caught a glimpse
of Ethan's face, dark with barely controlled rage. Victoria was speaking to him, her expression one of feigned
innocence as she pretended not to understand what had upset him.
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