Bound To The Broken Alpha (Amy and Daniel) novel Chapter 46

**Chapter 46: Playing A Dangerous Game**

**AMY**

The atmosphere in Daniel’s room was thick with an unsettling stillness, a silence that amplified every rustle of fabric and creak of the floorboards. Sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow that seemed to wrap around me like a comforting embrace. I dipped a soft cloth into the bowl of warm water that rested on the bedside table, the steam rising gently as I wrung it out with care. As I wiped his arm, I could feel the warmth radiating from his skin. It had been several days since the scandal erupted over my photo with Cole, and the repercussions felt like a heavy weight pressing down on me. Mrs. Carter had ordered me to remain at home until the situation was resolved, leaving me with little choice but to tend to Daniel in this quiet sanctuary.

As I went about my tasks, I found myself speaking to Daniel, even though I wasn’t certain if he could hear my words. It was a new routine I had adopted, a way to express my care for him and to fill the emptiness that lingered in the room. “You know,” I murmured softly, “you’d probably hate all this attention you’re getting right now.” I paused, recalling the chaos outside these four walls. “Your mother has been holding meetings every single day, desperately trying to mend the damage. And Elias? He won’t stop going on about the company’s image. They all seem to think I’m the one who’s ruined everything.”

I rinsed the cloth again, placing it back in the bowl, my fingers lingering on the surface of the water. As I adjusted his blanket, the door swung open abruptly, interrupting my thoughts. Elias strode in without so much as a knock or a greeting, his presence filling the room with an unwelcome tension.

“You seem comfortable,” he remarked, his voice dripping with sarcasm.

I straightened my posture, meeting his gaze with a steady resolve. “You should learn to knock, Elias. This is Daniel’s room, not a public space.”

He disregarded my words, his eyes scanning the room before landing back on me. “I see you’re still here, playing the role of the loyal wife,” he said, a mocking tone in his voice. “Quite impressive, considering the scandalous photos everyone has seen.”

I took a deep breath, maintaining my composure. “I have no idea what you’re talking about.”

He smirked, leaning in slightly. “Come on, Amy. Everyone knows. Those pictures of you and that bodyguard, Cole? They’re everywhere now. The company’s public relations team has been working overtime trying to clean up your mess. You’ve managed to drag both yourself and the Carter family into a pit of embarrassment with one careless move.”

I clenched my fists, taking a moment to gather my thoughts. “If you came here to insult me, you can leave,” I replied, my voice steady.

“I came here to remind you that this isn’t just about you,” he countered, stepping closer, his tone turning more serious. “This is about the company, the family name, everything Daniel built before you came along. We can’t afford scandals, especially ones involving our Luna.”

“You mean your cousin’s wife,” I shot back, my irritation bubbling beneath the surface. “I’m not one of your employees, Elias. You don’t get to waltz into this room and speak to me like that.”

He raised an eyebrow, a hint of amusement flickering in his eyes. “Cousin’s wife, yes. But let’s not pretend the marriage is real. Daniel has been unconscious since the day you arrived. How much of a wife can you really be?”

His words struck a nerve, but I refused to show any sign of weakness. “You’re crossing a line,” I said, my voice firm.

He shrugged, a dismissive gesture. “Someone needs to. You’ve been traipsing around this house as if you belong here when, in reality, you were chosen out of convenience. A temporary fix for a political problem. Don’t let the title fool you.”

I folded my arms, my heart racing. “You talk a lot for someone who’s clinging to his cousin’s last name to maintain relevance.”

His expression darkened. “Watch your mouth, Amy.”

“Then watch your tone,” I replied evenly. “You barged into my husband’s room without knocking. That’s not just disrespectful to me; it’s disrespectful to Daniel.”

He let out a dry laugh. “Disrespectful? You think you can lecture me about respect after what you’ve done to this family’s reputation?”

I stepped forward, my determination unwavering. “You don’t get to use that word. You don’t know the truth about anything, Elias. You believe whatever rumor gives you a sense of power.”

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