Chapter 72: Unraveling Truths and Dangers–2
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Connor nodded solemnly. “She was. We confirmed that during her initial questioning. She was forced to participate against her will.”
The knowledge sent a chill down my spine. Someone was manipulating people, using their weaknesses against them, all to get at Connor–and possibly me.
“Be careful, Con,” I urged, my fingers tightening around his. “Whoever is doing this is ruthless.”
My wolf recognized the danger, bristling at the thought of threats against my future mate. The protective instinct surprised me with its intensity.
“I always am,” he assured me, bringing our joined hands to his lips. “And now I have even more reason to be.”
(Connor’s POV)
After leaving Olivia’s apartment in Moonlight Gardens, I stood in the hallway for a moment, gathering my thoughts. Her trust in me, despite Ethan’s attempts to poison her mind, strengthened my resolve.
“Marcus,” I called to my security chief waiting by the elevator. “I want a full investigation into Ethan Grey. Start with how he obtained Olivia’s address.”
Marcus nodded, his expression serious. “Right away, Alpha.”
I stepped into the elevator, my ice–blue eyes cold with Alpha authority. “And double the security detail on Ms. Winters. No one approaches her without clearance.”
Within hours, my team had uncovered the truth. Ethan Grey had purchased Olivia’s address directly from the property management company. The discovery sent a surge of rage through me, my wolf snarling beneath my skin.
“Initiate legal action against the company immediately,” I ordered Frank Langley, my voice deadly calm. “And bring me Howard Blackwell.”
Frank’s expression remained impassive as he nodded. “The property manager? Consider it done, Alpha.” By afternoon, Frank had arranged a meeting with Blackwell at our downtown office. I watched through the one–way glass as the property manager entered, his expression smug and confident.
“Mr. Blackwell,” Frank greeted him coolly. “Thank you for coming on such short notice.”
Blackwell preened, adjusting his expensive tie. “Of course, of course. Always happy to discuss business opportunities with the Rivers Pack.”
My lips curled back in a silent snarl. The man thought he was here for a collaboration, not to answer for his
crimes.
“Business opportunities,” Frank repeated, his tone flat. “Is that what you call selling residents‘ private information to the highest bidder?”
Blackwell’s smile faltered slightly. “I’m not sure what you mean.”
Frank slid a folder across the table. “We have evidence that your company has been selling confidential resident information to multiple parties. And you, Mr. Blackwell, were the primary beneficiary of the
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transaction with Ethan Grey.”
The color drained from Blackwell’s face as panic set in. His beta wolf instincts recognized the danger of an Alpha’s displeasure.
“There must be some misunderstanding,” he stammered, sweat beading on his forehead. “I would never-”
“Save it,” Frank cut him off coldly. “We have the bank transfers, the communication records, everything” Blackwell’s hands trembled as he opened the folder, his eyes widening at the evidence presented. His confident demeanor crumbled completely.
“I can make this right,” he said desperately. “Half my assets–I’ll sign them over today as compensation.” Frank scoffed, leaning forward slightly. “You don’t understand the severity of your situation, Mr. Blackwell. The information you sold belonged to Olivia Winters.”
Blackwell’s face went from pale to ashen. “Olivia Winters? The lawyer?”
“Connor Rivers‘ intended mate,” Frank clarified, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper.
Absolute terror washed over Blackwell’s features as he realized what he had done. He had not only broken the law but had endangered the future Luna of one of the territory’s most powerful Alphas.
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