After She's Terminal The Alpha Regrets (Elaine and Lucas) novel Chapter 69

Chapter 69

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Chapter 69

see you’ve brought some paperwork?” Emilio prompted.

Elaine slid the folder across the table. “I did. You see, we need Volk’s support in establishing a pack-nentra foundation. It would cater to the less fortunate and–”

Ivan held a hand up for silence as he took the folder and opened it. Elaine closed her mouth, annoyance stating to fester inside her. She could feel Harriet’s restless energy beside her as well.

“I see,” Ivan mused. “Very interesting. Very interesting indeed.”

A pause as he continued to skim the page. Elaine had a feeling he wasn’t entirely impressed.

“We already have Alpha Adrian as an investor. And Alpha Lucas of Moonwatch has already pledged his support.”

Emilio lifted his head at that. “Quite impressive, to get two Alphas in on the ground floor.”

“This isn’t just some small-time charity I’m opening. This foundation is going to help people, Elaine said.

“Yes, well, it does appear you’ve done quite a bit of research. How proactive of you.” Ivan set the papers down. ” Though you should have simply stated the meaning of this meeting over the phone. Saved yourself the trip.”

“Is this a rejection? You haven’t even heard my argue–”

“Blood Wright is not currently looking to participate in any more charitable endeavors. Our funds are being allocated to the needs of the pack.”

Elaine scoffed. “I’m not asking for donations!”

“Our verdict remains the same. Thank you,” Ivan said, flipping the folder closed and pushing it back across the

table.

“We came all this way,” Harriet interjected. “You didn’t even read everything.”

“I don’t need to. We’re not running a charity, we’re running a government–”

“Ivan.”

The voice cut through the air like a blade. Elaine turned to the door, and her breath caught. Volk.

He stepped into the room, and it felt as if the temperature dropped several degrees. His gaze held Ivan’s. Nothing was said yet a moment later Ivan stood up, and left the room. Emilio stood as well.

“Thank you for your time, Elaine,” he muttered quietly before rushing out the door.

Volk stepped further into the room, his steps a slow, measured tap against the floor.

Harriet tensed, swallowing thickly. Elaine could practically feel her nerves. Or was that her own? She couldn’t tell.

“Elaine,” Volk said her name like a prayer. “I remember you from the Alpha’s Summit. Lucas’ Luna.”