Alpha King Chases Abandoned Luna novel Chapter 312

(Olivia's POV)

"But the person my mother's caregiver personally identified yesterday was clearly Victoria..." I argued, my emerald eyes flashing with fury as I faced the Territory Enforcers.

My wolf simmered beneath my skin, desperate to break free and seek justice for my mother. The sterile walls of the Shadow Creek Police Precinct seemed to close in around me as the officers exchanged uncomfortable glances.

"Ms. Winters," Officer Brooks explained patiently, "we've thoroughly investigated the housekeeper's testimony. It appears her identification was based on hearsay and a misunderstanding."

I shook my head vehemently. "That's impossible. Edith Barnes specifically told me—"

"She formed her conclusions after overhearing your accusations against Victoria at the Silvercrest Pack Medical Den," Officer Benjamin Trent interjected. "Our investigation confirms that Connor Blackthorn was the sole person who contacted her regarding your mother."

My hands clenched into fists as I struggled to maintain control. "You can't possibly believe that. Connor is clearly just a pawn in Victoria's scheme!"

Lucas Blackwood stood silently beside me, his powerful presence offering silent support. I could sense his wolf's protective instincts responding to my distress.

"Ms. Winters," Officer Brooks continued, his tone sympathetic but firm, "we understand your concern, but we must follow the evidence. Connor Blackthorn has confessed to orchestrating the entire plot."

My wolf howled with protective rage beneath my skin. "Please," I pleaded, "you need to investigate further. Victoria Frost is manipulating this situation, just as she's manipulated everything else!"

(Connor's POV)

"Victoria had nothing to do with this!" I shouted, unable to remain silent any longer.

Blood trickled from my split lip as I sat handcuffed to the metal interrogation table. My wolf projected defensive pheromones, filling the small room with the scent of desperation.

"This is all on me," I insisted, meeting Olivia's furious gaze. "Victoria is innocent."

Ethan Stone's amber eyes narrowed dangerously as he stepped closer to me. His Alpha presence filled the room, making it difficult to breathe.

"Explain yourself," he commanded, his voice carrying the unmistakable timbre of an Alpha order.

I swallowed hard, tasting copper. "I did this to protect Emma. She's my daughter, and Victoria is the only mother she's ever known."

The room fell silent at my confession. Olivia's emerald eyes widened in shock, while Ethan's face darkened with rage.

"If Victoria's manipulations were exposed, you would abandon Emma," I continued, my wolf's eyes gleaming with desperate conviction. "I couldn't let that happen. My daughter deserves health and security within the pack."

I turned my attention back to Olivia, hatred burning in my gaze. "This is your fault, Olivia Winters. You've been trying to destroy Victoria from the beginning, just because Ethan chose her over you!"

Ethan's wolf surged forward at my accusation. With a snarl of pure Alpha rage, he kicked me with such force that my chair toppled backward. Blood sprayed from my mouth, spattering across the interrogation room floor.

"You dare speak to her that way?" Ethan growled, his amber eyes glowing with fury.

Officer Brooks quickly stepped between us. "Alpha King Stone, please! This is a police precinct!"

(Olivia's POV)