Chapter 73 Desperate Me
Chapter 73: Desperate Measures–2
“You would do that?” I whispered, hope flickering to life inside me.
“Of course,” he said simply. “The Pierce siblings are important to you, which makes thern important to me?
His words wrapped around me like a protective embrace, soothing both me and my wolf. The genuine care in his expression made my heart swell with gratitude.
“We’ll find a match for Leah,” Connor promised, his tone leaving no room for doubt. “And I’ll ensure Noah
receives the best care and rehabilitation available.”
Relief washed over me, easing the tension that had been building all day. “Thank you, Con.”
He smiled, lifting my hand to his lips for a gentle kiss. “Now, will you try to enjoy your dinner? The chef will be offended if you don’t at least taste the venison. It’s his specialty.”
For the first time that day, I felt the weight lift slightly from my shoulders. With Connor’s support, I could face
whatever challenges lay ahead.
“I think I can manage that,” I replied, returning his smile.
(Connor’s POV)
After spending the evening at Olivia’s apartment in Moonlight Gardens, I reluctantly took my leave. Her scent clung to my clothes–a comforting mixture of honey and wildflowers that kept my wolf calm despite the
storm brewing within me.
“I’ll call you tomorrow,” I promised, brushing my lips against her forehead.
Her amber eyes, warm with affection, met mine. “Be careful, Con.”
The drive to my private estate was silent, my thoughts consumed by the information waiting for me at the Shadow Den. Raymond Brooks, my driver, knew better than to interrupt when I was in this mood.
As soon as I arrived, I headed straight for my secure office. Dominic Reeves was already waiting, his
expression grim.
“Alpha Rivers,” he greeted me with a respectful nod.
“What have you found?” I asked without preamble, shrugging off my coat.
“I think it’s better if we discuss this at the Shadow Den,” Dominic replied quietly. “The information is…
sensitive.”
Twenty minutes later, we entered the underground facility where my pack handled its most delicate operations. The Shadow Den was known to only a handful of my most trusted wolves–a necessary precaution in these dangerous times.
“Tell me everything,” I commanded once we were sealed in the secure conference room.
Dominic placed a thick file on the table between us. “We’ve confirmed the connection between Jessica Sullivan’s a*******n and Frederick Warner.”
My jaw tightened at the name. Frederick Warner–William Rivers‘ illegitimate son, born to his mistress Victoria Price over twenty years ago. The child my grandfather Gerald Rivers had insisted be sent away, along
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with his mother.
“How certain are you?” I asked, my voice dangerously calm.
“One hundred percent,” Dominic replied. “We intercepted communications between his American operation. and local contacts. He orchestrated the entire thing from abroad.”
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