Amira


    pov


    I pondered the situation, recognizing her intelligence yet also her naivety. What could she possibly be anticipating? As I approached my office, I felt a pressing need to uncover something significant. Upon opening the door, my heart raced; it was as if I was under surveince. I appreciated Sheh''s curiosity about my secret, but I was determined to make her regret her actions.


    I scanned the area where the camera was hidden, aware that she was trying to manipte the situation without realizing I had my suspicions about the electrician. My thoughts drifted back to when I requested a magazine and noticed the finger marks around the torn section where the ring had been.


    I discreetly retrieved the CCTV camera from the flower vase and switched it off effortlessly.


    Now, I needed something refreshing. I sank into my chair, tilting my head back without a second thought. A heavy sigh escaped me. Perhaps I should call the receptionist for a cold drink.


    As I sat there, attempting to quiet my racing thoughts, I couldn''t shake the impression that Sheh was merely the beginning of something muchrger. Who else was tangled in this web of lies? I considered calling the receptionist, but something stopped me. I wasn''t ready to raise any rms just yet. Not until I had a strategy in ce.


    I stood up from my chair and made my way to the mini-fridge in the corner of my office. I opened it and grabbed a chilled bottle of water. As I twisted off the cap, my thoughts drifted back to the electrician. What role did he y in all of this? And what was Sheh really after?


    I took a deep drink of water, feeling the refreshing liquid flow down my throat. Just then, my phone vibrated on my desk. I paused for a moment before answering. The screen disyed "Unknown Number." My heart raced as I picked up the call.


    "Hello?" I said, my voice cautious.


    "It''s me, Alpha Christian. I want toe by the office," he said bluntly, his tone tinged with concern. I let out a sharp hiss for him to hear. "What do you want to see me for? We have no business right now." "Please, Emily, I just want to spend some quality time with you outside of work," he replied, his voice barely above a whisper as he tried to capture my attention.


    I let out a heavy sigh, tightening my grip on the phone. "Alpha, this isn''t a good time. I''m caught up with... something."


    "Please, Emily," he urged, desperation creeping into his voice. "I promise I won''t take long. I just need to see you."


    I paused, my thoughts racing back to thest hour. Sheh''s hidden camera had left me questioning everyone around me. Yet, there was something in Alpha''s tone that pulled at my heart. "Alright," I conceded. "But only for a few minutes. And you have toe alone."


    "I will," he assured me. "I''ll be there in 20 minutes."


    After hanging up, my mind buzzed with questions. What did Alpha want? Why did he sound so... vulnerable?


    I stood and moved to the window, gazing at the city skyline. My thoughts were chaotic, but one thing was certain: I had to be cautious. I had no idea who might be watching or what their intentions were.


    As I waited for Alpha, a nagging feeling of walking into a trap lingered in my mind. I pushed it aside, focusing instead on uncovering the truth.


    The office door swung open, and Alpha stepped in, his gaze locking onto mine with an intensity that made my heart race.


    "Hey," he said softly, shutting the door behind him.


    I nodded, my voice stuck. "Hey."


    Hope I''m not interrupting anything?


    You''re interrupting my peace, I thought, frowning and ring at him with urgency.


    "I''m sorry, Emily, for the interruption. I was bored at the pack house and thought I''de see you," he said quietly, still holding onto the door. "Come in, please."


    "Thank you."


    I turned my gaze away to avoid the usual attraction I felt for him. When I finally looked back, I was startled to find him already watching me. A chill ran through me; I still loved him, but my true feelings had to remain hidden. When our eyes locked, a jolt of electricity surged through me. I quickly averted my gaze, attempting to regain myposure. Alpha''s stare was maic, pulling me in with a force that left me gasping for breath. "Thanks for letting me in," he said, his voice deep and gravelly as he stepped further into the room.


    I nodded, striving to appear calm despite the chaos within. "So, what''s up? You mentioned being bored at the pack house?"


    Alpha shrugged, his broad shoulders shifting under his shirt. "Yeah, just needed a change of pace. Thought of you."


    His words made my heart race. Thought of me? What could that imply?


    I motioned to a chair by my desk. "Please, have a seat."


    Heplied, his gaze fixed on me. It felt as if he could see right through to my innermost thoughts.


    "So," I said, attempting to keep it casual, "what''s happening with the pack?"


    Alpha leaned back, his eyes narrowing slightly. "Actually, that''s what I wanted to discuss. There have been some... unusual incidents in the pack. Missing equipment, odd noises at night... some members are getting anxious." I raised an eyebrow, curiosity piqued. "That does sound odd. Do you think it''s connected to... the issues with the other packs?"


    Alpha''s eyes bore into mine, his expression serious. "I''m not sure, but I intend to find out. I thought maybe... we could team up."


    My heart raced at the idea. Teaming up? That meant more time with him, being near him... I wasn''t certain I was ready for that. Yet, a part of me, one I couldn''t dismiss, wanted to agree. I think I still love him.Copyright by N?v/elDrama.Org.