Chapter 17: Mutual Respect–1
Chapter 17: Mutual Respect
(Olivia’s POV)
After dinner, Connor and I descended to the underground parking garage. I walked toward the
glacier blue Bentley Continental GT, keys in hand.
“How does the car feel to drive?” Connor asked softly.
I tucked a strand of honey–brown hair behind my ear, my amber eyes avoiding his intense
gaze.
“I drove it last night, it’s really good. Thank you, Con.” Then, remembering something
important, I lifted the keys and added, “By the way, I also have a gift for you. I meant to give it
to you last night but forgot. It’s in my suitcase at the hotel. I’ll bring it to you when I come
back.”
Connor gently opened the driver’s side door. “Why don’t I come with you? I’ll drive.”
I was momentarily stunned but quickly recovered. “Coming together is fine, but let me drive.
You should rest.”
I knew he must be exhausted after flying from Riverdale last night and driving twenty
kilometers early this morning just to bring me venison stew. I didn’t want to trouble him.
further.
Connor’s ice–blue eyes softened with a smile as he quietly moved to the passenger side. “Then
I shall graciously accept.”
The engine purred to life as I pulled out of the parking garage. The Bentley handled like a dream, responding to my lightest touch.
“Can I sit in on your territory dispute hearing today?” Connor asked as we sped down the
highway.
“Sure, it’s a contract dispute case, nothing confidential,” I responded. “You just need to bring your ID, fill out a form, and get a pass.”
He nodded. “I brought my ID specifically after researching the process. I’ve never seen you
work before.”
As I focused on driving, I was unaware that Connor’s gaze was full of gentle affection and
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deep pride. A thick silence settled between us.
“Con, why did you agree to our arranged mating?” I finally asked quietly.
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It was a question I had harbored for three years. The Rivers Pack wielded immense power and
influence, unlike my Winters Pack with its purely commercial background. I always felt this
I wondered if Connor, so skilled at gentle teasing, had dated many women before, making him so naturally attentive. Ever since I agreed to this arrangement, his care had been meticulous, his presence gentle yet firm. I sensed that if it continued like this, I might truly develop feelings for him.

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