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Chapter 71 : A Tangled Web - 1 Chapter 71 : A Tangled Web ( Connor's POV ) The night had stretched long , filled with reports and security briefings that demanded my full attention . As I finally left Rivers Pack Headquarters , the weight of responsibility pressed heavily on my shoulders . The first thing I wanted was to hear Olivia's voice . I pulled out my phone and dialed her number , leaning against my car as I waited for her to answer . " Hello ? " Her voice was soft , heavy with sleep .

" Did I wake you ? " I asked , unable to keep the smile from my voice despite the exhaustion pulling at me . " Mmm , I was waiting for your call , " she murmured , her words slightly slurred . " Just dozed off . " I slid into the driver's seat , starting the engine . " I'm sorry it's so late . The situation with Jessica was … complicated ." " Is everything okay ? " Concern sharpened her tone slightly .

" Nothing for you to worry about tonight , " I assured her , pulling onto the empty street . " I could come over if you want company . " Her soft laugh warmed me from the inside . " You sound as tired as I feel . Get some rest , Con . I'll see you tomorrow . " " Tomorrow, " I agreed , reluctant to end the call . " Sleep well , Liv . " She hummed in response , her breathing already evening out .

I kept the line open as I drove toward my private estate , finding comfort in the gentle rhythm of her breaths . My wolf , restless and agitated from the day's events , gradually calmed at the sound . Even from a distance , her presence soothed something primal within me . The knowledge that she was safe , warm in her bed , eased the tension that had built throughout the day . I pulled into my driveway , still listening to her soft breathing through the phone .

Only when I parked did I finally end the call , whispering a quiet goodnight she wouldn't hear . Raymond Brooks , my driver , was waiting as I approached the entrance . His usually stoic expression was troubled . " Alpha Rivers , " he greeted me with a slight bow . " Mr. Reeves has been calling repeatedly . He says it's urgent . " My momentary peace evaporated instantly . " Put him through to my office line . " I strode through the mansion , shrugging off my coat as I went .

By the time I reached my office , the phone was already ringing . " Dominic , " I answered , dropping into my chair . " What's happened ? " " Two incidents , Alpha , " Dominic's voice was tense . " Walter Jenkins committed suicide an hour ago by jumping from the roof of Harbor City Memorial Hospital . " I frowned , the name immediately registering . " Jessica Sullivan's father ? " 1/2 < Chapter 71. A Tangled We " Yes , sir . And there's more .

Martha Steele was found dead in her home from apparent wolfsbane poisoning My grip tightened on the phone . " Gregory Steele's mother . " " Exactly . Both deaths occurred within hours of each other , both connected to our witnesses . " My wolf surged forward , a growl rumbling in my chest . This wasn't coincidence - this was cleanup . Someone was systematically eliminating everyone connected to Jessica Sullivan and Gregory Steele . " I want full investigations on both deaths ," I ordered .

" Security footage , toxicology reports , everything . And I want to know who visited them in the 48 hours before their deaths . " " Already underway , Alpha . " I pinched the bridge of my nose , my mind racing . " This has Frederick Warner's fingerprints all over it . He's tying up loose ends . " " That's my assessment as well , " Dominic agreed . " Should we increase security on other potential targets ? " " Yes .

Double the detail on Olivia immediately , " I said , my wolf bristling at the thought of her in danger . " And I want a full report on your findings within five days . " " Understood , Alpha . " After ending the call , I sat in silence , staring at the wall . Frederick Warner was moving his pieces across the board with deadly precision . The question was : what was his ultimate goal ? Whatever it was , I would be ready . (Olivia's POV ) The persistent knocking dragged me from a deep sleep .

I groaned , burying my face deeper into my pillow as I tried to ignore it . But the knocking continued , growing more insistent with each passing second . " Go away , " I mumbled into my pillow , pulling the covers over my head . The knocking paused briefly , then resumed with renewed vigor . With a frustrated growl , I threw back the covers and stomped to the door , not bothering to check my appearance .

I yanked the door open , ready to unleash my irritation on whoever had disturbed my sleep . Ethan Grey stood in the hallway , immaculately dressed in a tailored suit , holding a paper bag that smelled of fresh pastries and coffee . " Good morning , sunshine ," he said with a smile that didn't reach his eyes . " I brought breakfast . " My inner wolf bristled with annoyance . After last night's confrontation , he had the audacity to show up at my door as if nothing had happened ?

" Are you serious right now ? " I snapped , my amber eyes flashing with anger . Comments Watch Ads ( 0/20 ) >