Chapter 23 : Severance Fee Chapter 23 : Severance Fee ( Scarletts POV ) My phone buzzed just as I inspected an ornate crystal vial of moonstone elixir . The surface shimmered faintly under the light , giving off an almost supernatural glow . Its price tag alone wouldve made most wolves hesitate . But not me . Not today . I glanced at the phone screen . The name flashing made my pulse quicken slightly . Hunter Stone I accepted the call without hesitation . Scarlett , came his smooth , level voice on the other end . Calm , confident , and completely in control , as always , Im pleased to inform you everything is finalized . Youre now the exclusive distributor for all medicinal supplies in the Northern territory under Shadow authority Congratulations . The corner of my mouth lifted slightly , even as I tried to keep my voice neutral . You work fast 1 believe in efficiency , he replied . There was a pause , and then a faint chuckle . The signed documents are already in your inbox . You find every seal in place , every clause crystal clear . Our merchants have also been instructed to prioritize your orders over anyone elses , Effective immediately It was hard to keep the satisfaction from seeping into my tone . Well , you certainly know how to make a statement . As do you . His voice was layered , the faintest hint of amusement reaching my ears . Youve been busy , Scarlett . The market buzzes when someone purchases at your scale . Quite impressive . Business is booming . I replied , letting the edge of a smile creep into my y words . Im sure it is . He paused , his tone lowering slightly . Enjoy the rest of your spree . And remember every advantage matters . With that , the line clicked off . Typical Hunter he always made his point and exited with precision . Sliding my phone back into the hidden pocket of my jacket , I gestured to the merchant in front of me . Bring out the rest of your collection . I want everything , especially anything related to neural recovery The wolfs mouth hung open for just a moment before he scurried to comply . Moments later , silver antidotes , sacred moonstone elairs , and an assortment of ancient healing crystals were laid out before me . Their faint , radiant glows reflected in his eager eyes . I wasnt here to pick and choose . I was here to dominate . 11 take the lot , I said lightly , waving at the glittering display as though deciding on sweets at a bakery. The merchant gaped at me , his tail almost wagging at the sheer fortune he was about to make . Tentatively , he reached for the p ***** terminal to finalize the transaction , And then it happened . card was declined , the merchant stammered , blinking in shock as the alert flashed on his screen . The Amber Packs resource fund is … frozen ? His voice wavered , unsure of how Id react to delivering such news . My jaw didnt tighten . My expression didnt harden . Instead , I laughed . Quiet , cold , and sharp . Oh , Alexander , how predictable youve become . pocket , pulling out a card far more significant a sleek obsidian card emblazoned with the unmistakable crest of the Shadow d into my p I slid my hand Organization , Use this instead , I said smoothly , holding the card out casually . The merchants eyes widened , and for good reason . He wasnt just looking at a p ***** method . He was looking at power . Yes , of course ! he cried , scrambling to finish the sale with renewed enthusiasm The total flashed on his screen an astronomical number large enough to make some Alphas tremble . But I didnt blink . The card cleared the transaction in an instant . Package all of this immediately , I instructed , giving the merchant a moment to bask in his newfound wealth . He nodded so vigorously I thought his head might pop off . Right away , Alpha Scarlett ! 1/3 deal I knew Alexanders pack was being notified . Every single dollar I spent , every tate resource pow in faster than wildfire . my I stepped to the side as the merchants assistants began carefully boxing up potions , antidotes , and elixirs . My phone buzzed again . This time , it wasnt Hunter or unblocked the mindink to let Alexanders presence banel in the a stor stom . His anger was palpable bot , hutous , and laced with disbelief growled through our connection . Do you even understand what youve done ? A smirk curled my lips . Careful Alpha | teased , deliberately keeping my tone light Youre making it sound like robbed your whit You emptied every supply chain in the Northern territory ! he roared , Masons fury lacing through his words , I pretended to consider that Oh, did 17 How careless of me . Although .. paused for effect , its not like I planned to buy all this on your dime . You conveniently cut off that option Dont give me that ! be spat pressing harder . Do you realize the position youve put me in ? Do you even care about the consequences ? Consequences ? repeated , feigning confusion . Oh , you mean like the severance fee you owe me for playing the perfect little Luna for three years ? Consider this pIN FULL My voice dropped into the ice I knew he despised A deep growl rumbled from his end . This isnt amusing , Scarlett . That money was meant ant to ensure your cooperation with the marking ceremony ! I laughed sharply letting the sound echo through the bond . Marking ceremony ? You must be joking . No , Alexander . This isnt a pre wedding fund Just consider this compensation . Youre stockpiling he accused , his voice rising . Youre planning- interrupted him coldly . Tm stocking up to ensure that when Graces precious health fails further , someone will ACTUALLY be equipped to deal with The silence that followed my words was deafening . For just a moment , I wondered if hed snapped the link entirely , but then I heard it . A low , guttural growl from Mason no longer words , only primal frustration bleeding through Without waiting for him to burst into another string of hollow threats , I severed the bond myself | Turning on my heel . I left the shop and headed directly back toward the healing center , where my staff had already begun preparing for the incoming shipments The hum of activity hit me like music the moment I stepped inside . My employees buzzed around organizing space , unloading crates , and marveling at the rare goods being delivered . I watched as Claire , my human secretary , froze mid step , her wide blue eyes moving across the stacks of boxes . She turned toward me slowly , her expression a mix of awe and confusion . Alpha Scarlett . she said hesitantly . Are all of these for us ? Of course , I replied smoothly , striding across the space like it was a perfectly normal day . And the cost ? she pressed , h her voice trembling s slightly I waved a dismissive hand . 7ts paid for . No need to worry She nodded hesitantly , clearly overwhelmed but too loyal to press further As my team laid out the stock in neat rows , I made a show of handing out small , basic healing potions to my employees as casual bonuses . They gasped at the generosity and I could already hear the whispers forming amongst them .. I didnt mind . Let the whispers travel back to Alexander . Let them talk about how i handed out wealth as casually as someone might toss breadcrumbs Eventually , the commotion settled , leaving me alone in the private sanctuary of my office I slouched slightly into my chair , the adrenaline still buzzing faintly beneath my skin . The purchases , the confrontation with Alexander , the distribution agreements it had all gone exactly as planned . I drummed my fingers against the wooden desk , half tempted to call Emma and share the delicious details of Alexanders meltdown . 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