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Chapter 45 : Predators and Protectors - 1 Chapter 45 : Predators and Protectors ( Olivia's POV ) " Alpha Connor … " The name escaped my lips in a breathless whisper as I found myself safely enveloped in his strong arms . Behind me , heavy footsteps pounded to a sudden halt . I turned slightly to see Harold Blackwood and Douglas Thornton frozen in their tracks , their earlier predatory expressions melting into shock and fear . Harold's mouth opened and closed like a fish out of water .

The vulgar threats he'd been shouting moments ago died in his throat as he took in the imposing figure holding me protectively . " You're … Rivers … President Rivers ? " Douglas stammered , his face draining of color as recognition dawned . Connor's four bodyguards flanked him like a wall of muscle , their expressions promising violence . The two businessmen seemed to shrink before my eyes , their earlier swagger evaporating into trembling panic .

I felt Connor's chest rise against mine as he drew a deep breath . His ice - blue eyes had turned glacial , radiating an oppressive aura that seemed to drop the temperature in the entire lobby . " P - President Rivers , " Harold forced out a sickening attempt at a smile , sweat beading on his forehead . " Do you know this Miss Winters ? " Connor didn't bother responding to their pathetic groveling . His jaw tightened as he shot a meaningful glance toward his bodyguards .

Without a word , the four men moved forward with practiced efficiency . They seized Harold and Douglas , who offered no resistance as they were effortlessly restrained . " They tried to force me to drink something suspicious , " I explained quietly , looking up at Connor . " When I refused and tried to leave , they became aggressive . They were going to … to teach me a lesson . " 111 1/3 Chapter 45 : Predators and . Connor's expression remained dangerously calm as he gently took my hand .

His touch was warm despite the coldness in his eyes . " I'll take you home , " he said simply , his voice leaving no room for argument . +15 Points > I nodded and followed obediently , but couldn't help glancing back at the two men being dragged away . A knot of anxiety formed in my stomach . " What will you do with those two ? " I asked softly . Connor's reply was measured yet somehow more frightening for its calmness . " Let them learn a lesson .

" Though he didn't elaborate , I understood the implication . The Rivers pack didn't tolerate those who threatened their own , and Harold and Douglas had made a grave mistake . Inside the club , the bodyguards roughly shoved the two businessmen into a private room . The door slammed shut behind them with an ominous finality . Harold immediately collapsed to his knees , his earlier arrogance completely shattered . " Please , I was wrong ! " he sobbed , clasping his hands together .

" I didn't know Miss Winters was President Rivers ' woman ! Please spare me ! " Douglas's legs trembled violently as he backed against the wall . " We meant no disrespect to the Rivers family ! It was just a misunderstanding ! " The bodyguards exchanged cold glances , unmoved by their pleas . Without warning , the first blow landed - a sickening crunch followed by a howl of pain . More blows followed , methodical and merciless .

The men's screams grew louder , then hoarser , until finally , there was only silence . The message was clear ; no one touched what belonged to the Rivers pack . The next morning , I felt the change as soon as I walked through the doors of Moonlaw Legal Services . Conversations halted abruptly as I passed . Colleagues averted their eyes or stared with undisguised curiosity . The whispers followed me down the hallway like persistent shadows .

2/3 < Chapter 45 : Predators and … " Did you hear what happened ? " " They say she's being kept by someone powerful … " " No wonder she drives that expensive car … " +15 Points > I kept my head high , refusing to acknowledge the gossip swirling around me . Gregory Thompson's desk remained empty - he was still recovering from his injury - leaving me alone in our shared office . I had barely settled at my desk when a sharp knock interrupted my thoughts .

Heather Phillips stood in the doorway , her expression severe . " Come to my office , " she commanded , her tone leaving no room for refusal . I followed her silently , already anticipating what was coming . The tension in her shoulders told me everything I needed to know . Once inside her office , Heather closed the door with unnecessary force . Her gaze was sharp with barely contained anger .

" I heard you and Kenneth Westfield went to meet clients , but you got into a conflict and assaulted them? " Her accusation hung in the air between us . I met her gaze steadily . " I went to discuss the case , but those two men were only interested in filthy things . They assaulted me . I was defending myself . " Heather's face darkened further . " I know you're skilled , but violence doesn't solve anything ! You cost us two major clients . " The unfairness of her accusation stung .

My voice cooled several degrees . " I was polite at first , but they were obscene and aggressive . Supervisor Phillips , I'm a lawyer , not a plaything . Such disgusting clients - we don't need . " Comments Watch Ads ( 0/20 ) > ||| O E Vote 260