Chapter 43 : Night Owl Cer 43 : Night Ow ! The soft crash of waves outside the mansion provided the perfect background melody after the conflict at the Council gathering . Id eaten more than Twarlier thanks to Roman and Aidens insistence The shrill but of my phone echoed through the quiet room . I groaned as a quick glance revealed her name lit up on the screen . Of course , Sophie wouldnt let a day pass without trying to get under my skin . Whatever this is, make it quick I answered , my tone a mix of boredom and irritation . I have better things to do than listen to you drone on ice came sharp and mocking Well , arent we high and mighty tonight ? Still licking your wounds from the Council ? Or has the reality of Alexander athvandoning you finally sunk in ? I leaned back into the plush chair with a smirk , her attempt to provoke me only amusing . Abandoning me ? I repeated , drawing the words out as though they were foreign to the You do realize I publicly rejected Alexander , dont you ? Or are you so delusional youve convinced yourself otherwise ? Scches hardened immediately . Rejected him ? Please . You can tell yourself whatever you want , but everyone can see the truth . Alexanders one with you hes finally chosen Grace . Meanwhile , youre left with nothing . Not even your pride . laughed coldly Sophies venom barely fazed me . It was almost entertaining watching her twist the situation into something she could stomach . Done with net echoed mockingly . That implies there was ever anything for him to be done with Let me make this perfectly clear , Sophie . Alexander trach . And trash ? I throw away . End of story I could practically hear her seething on the other end . Youre unbelievable , she hissed . You act like youre better than everyone else , but look at you . You gave up your only chance at becoming anything important , and now youre left with- care me the monologue , I interrupted , my tone sharp and cutting . Or better yet , save it for someone who cares . Because it sure as hell isnt me . On , but you will care Sophie snapped . You think youre untouchable , sitting up there on your high horse , but newsflash youve lost everything that red . Meanwhile , Alexander hadnt wasted a moment . Hes working around the clock to secure that beachfront mansion for Grace . Its only a matter fore shes living her best life , while you rot in whatever hole you crawled into . Her words were so ridiculous I couldnt contain myself . A genuine laugh burst from my throat , loud and sharp . Alexander ? Negotiating ? For the mansion i repeated , the amusement clear in my tone . Thats adorable . When he actually manages to acquire it which we both know he wont- maybe you can give me a call . Until then , dont waste my time . think youre so clever Sophie snarled , but her voice cracked slightly , betraying the frustration bubbling beneath the surface . She was flailing , and I had no interest in humoring her further . With a satisfied smirk , I hung up , letting the call end abruptly . Whatever pathetic comeback shed prepared would have to wat e urgency in her mental touch Barely moments later , Emmas familiar voice pressed gently against the edges of my mind through our private bond . The u told me she wasnt interrupting without reason assume youve heard about Alexanders latest trade ? Emmas voice resonated with palpable annoyance as she initiated the connection . The heard enough ? I replied without hesitation , already anticipating what was coming next . Hes desperate . Grace has him right where she wants Emma sighed deeply her frustration evident . Shes playing him like a damn fiddle Scarlett , its disgusting to watch . Shes using her deteriorating state to whip him into a frenzy Hes lost all sense trying to make this mansion thing work , using her supposed last wish as an excuse . leaned back further into the char , casually twisting a strand of hair around my finger Grace is good at this game . I said thoughtfully . Pitiful doe eyed maden , fragile and dying , in need of her mates every ounce of devotion . Its her most effective trick And Alexanders falling for it , Emma shot back , her voice filed with disdain . Honestly , Scarlett , its pathetic . Hes not even running the Northern tertones anymore Grace is Every decision he makes in hers in disguise And ? I asked dryly Grace can have him . Let her chain him up with her sob stories , for all I care . Its almost entertaining , in a sad sort of way 1/2 er voice caring uncertainty dont understand why you so calm about the figure out skiption came through clears How can you be so sure about that ? Scarlett , they putting all er efforts into finding whoever own There was silence agar thick ons she was too unsure to voice . I decided to and her suspense Her gas was audible even through the mental bond What The mansion continued smoothly . Try mine . Roman acoured it for me years ago . Its been mine from the moment keep chasing it but they never touch it . Not Alexander . Not Grace . No one the Them Pack . They velation had left her speechless , and I couldnt help but my thes For a long moment , Emne said nothing . The sheer y flowed . When the frally spoke her tone was a max of self and awe You youve known this entire time ? I smiled , though she couldnt see it . Of course I have . Why do you think Ive been so urbothe s been more artertaining than ❘ eorded Emmas voice softened , her intial shock fading into quiet understanding Youre cruel sometimes her efforts ? Watching them spin ther sad , though there was a herd of a And unapologetically so I replied , the satisfaction in my words undenable wasnt long after my conversation with Emma that Roman entered the room his presence shifting the atmosphere immediately . Even after years apart , his amal still commanded the His hair was damp from a recent shower , and the faint scent of soap and something uniquely him lingered in the at His piercing blue eyes found me instantly , scanning me with that protective intensity I was still trying to get used to . Youre still awake ? he asked after a long moment , his voice cam but edged with intimations late You should be resting I shruggedly gesturing toward the untouched cup of tea den had learer What any manight owl replied casually Romans eyes narrowed as he approached , his gaze landing on the cup . You didnt drink (e . ts tea , Roman I said , rolling my eyes . 1 wasnt in the mood . Dont act like He didnt respond right away but the tension in his shoulders was telling . Without a word , he turned toward the door and called for Hunter hoce Hunter appeared moments later , looking mildly imitated . Whats the emergency now ? Moonflower tea Roman commanded , his tonebrooking no argument Hunter sighed dramatically but disappeared to full the order When he returned , he cared a steaming cup of moonflower tea , the soothing aroma watting through the room . Roman took the cup and handed it to me his expression leaving no room for refusal Drink , he said simply I sighed but obeyed , bringing the warm cup to my lips . The tension in my chest eased almost immediately the teas calming properties working mage the As I drank , Romanis features softened , his icy exterior melting just a fraction . His satisfaction was subtle , but it was there a quiet reassurance that , no matter how strong I thought I was . I wasnt alone . 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