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Under the soft glow of the restaurant’s lights, Andrew’s expression froze.
He’d prepared a heartfelt speech, ready to launch a charm offensive, but my casual words stopped him cold.
His wolf sensed her rejection; he thought I was still sulking.
“Isabella, don’t be childish.
This doll… this is the one you always wanted, I searched everywhere to find it,” he said, his voice softening, attempting to feign deep emotion, hoping a little familial sentiment would sway me.
I looked up, and the admiration that once filled my eyes was gone, replaced by cold detachment.
My wolf bared its teeth, a low growl rumbling in my chest.
“Why don’t I want it anymore? Shouldn’t you know, Mr. Miller?” I let out a soft laugh, but it was sharp, hitting Andrew where it hurt.
“I don’t even like you anymore, so why would I want anything you give me?”
I paused, my gaze sweeping over the elaborately wrapped doll, a hint of mockery in my tone.
“Besides, I wouldn’t dare accept it.
What if one day Emily claims it’s hers and accuses me of theft?”
That line hit Andrew like a slap.
His wolf whimpered.
Carson, silent until now, suddenly resembled a gathering storm.
His wolf bristled.
He stood abruptly, his tall figure looming over Andrew, exuding immense pressure.
‘So that’s your version of Isabella bullying that pup born outside the Blood Bond?” His voice wasn’t loud, but every word was as cold as ice, making Andrew’s heart tremble.
His wolf cowered.
Andrew’s face paled, sweat breaking out on his forehead.
He’d come seeking reconciliation, to secure continued support from the Grant Pack for the crumbling Miller
Pack.
He couldn’t let things worsen.
“Uncle, I…” He took a deep breath, swallowing his pride, dropping the pretense, and adopting a nearly groveling
posture.
“Uncle, please forgive me.
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It’s all our fault.
We… we’ll treat Isabella better from now on.”
“Treat her better?” Carson sneered, his disdain unconcealed.
“How do you plan on doing that? With empty words?” His wolf growled its displeasure.
He stepped closer, his eyes sharp as knives.
“If you want my forgiveness, if you want the Grant Pack’s continued support, fine.” He stopped, his gaze Andrew’s distraught face.
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“Return everything that pup born outside the Blood Bond took from Isabella, every last thing, exactly as it was!”
His voice was firm and unwavering.
“That den she occupies was meant for Isabella–evict her.
The adornments she wears, the garments in the dressing room–every single item was intended for Isabella.”
“If you cannot do that, don’t bother seeing me again.”
Andrew knew Carson aimed for a complete purge, to eliminate Emily’s hold on the Miller Pack.
He also knew he couldn’t refuse.
Under Carson’s cold gaze, Andrew nodded with difficulty, a raspy whisper escaping his lips.
“…Understood.”
He couldn’t stay longer.
Humiliated, he hurried out,
Back at the Miller Pack villa, humiliation clung to him.
His wolf was wounded.
He saw Emily curled on the couch, tear–streaked.
She jumped up, sobbing.
“Andrew, you’re back! Dad scolded me!”
Andrew swallowed his irritation, putting an arm around her.
After a while, Emily sensed something was wrong.
“Andrew?” she asked, confused.
Andrew’s expression was strained.
“Clear your den.
And gather everything we gave you.”
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Emily’s crying stopped.
She stared in disbelief.
“Andrew, what… what did you say?”
“I said,” he repeated, his tone impatient,“return everything that belongs to Isabella.” Then, trying to soften the blow, he added, “I’ll compensate you later.”
“Why?!”
Emily screamed, tears flowing.
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“That den was given to me by Dad! Those adornments and garments were gifts from you! Why should I give them to her?!”
“Because the Grant Pack holds the power to bankrupt the Miller Pack,” Andrew said coldly, repeating Carson’s
words.
“The Miller Pack cannot withstand another blow.” If anything else went wrong, I’d seize the Miller Pack for myself.
My wolf felt a thrill of anticipation.
Emily trembled, not from fear, but from rage.
“It’s always for the Miller Pack!” she sobbed, backing away.
“You said you only accepted Julia as your sister because you had to, for the Miller Pack! Now, you’re making me relinquish what I cherish most, for the Miller Pack again! What am I to you? Did I return only to suffer this humiliation? I should never have returned!”
She screamed, expecting comfort, but he didn’t.
He watched her.
His wolf felt a cold satisfaction.
Emily’s heart sank.
Her wolf whimpered in fear and betrayal.
“Fine! You’re all on her side! I’m leaving! I’ll find Alexander, he’ll help me!”
“Stop.” Andrew’s voice halted her.
He spoke calmly, terrifyingly so.
“Alexander damaged Grayson’s vehicle to avenge you.
He’s been apprehended.”
Emily spun around, pale.
“What did you say?”
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‘Carson plans to press charges.” Andrew looked at her like a clueless pup.
‘Now, the only way to secure Alexander’s release is to appease Isabella and her uncle.”
‘And the only way to appease them is for you to return everything you took.”
Emily refused.
Those things were symbols of her status.
Returning them was admitting she was a thief.
She bit her lip, tears streaming, but her expression was stubborn.
I won’t! I only complained to him–I didn’t tell him to damage Grayson’s vehicle.
That was his own folly, not my fault!”
She’d lost control and looked at Andrew in panic.
Her wolf was cornered.
Olivia Harris is an emerging author celebrated for her captivating romantic and steamy novels. With a talent for crafting deep emotional connections and fiery chemistry between her characters, Olivia’s stories offer readers an escape into worlds filled with passion, intrigue, and heart-stopping drama.

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