24 Chapter 24 The Conference Caroline's POV I entered my apartment with Draven's last words still echoing in my mind . " I'm definitely going to keep provoking you . " What did he really want from me ? Today had been an emotional roller coaster . Would things ever become normal at Thorne Enterprises ? I went to check on my son , who was already sleeping like an angel , clutching his teddy bear . His violet eyes , so much like his father's , were peacefully closed , his golden hair splayed across the pillow . I thought about asking Eleanor if we could spend Sunday at the park with him . Liam would love that . I passed by my friend's room , who was also asleep , and grabbed the baby monitor . I took a shower to wash away all the day's stress , fell into bed , and drifted off to sleep thinking about my Alpha boss . Goddess help me , I must be going crazy . I woke up early and got my little one ready to drop him off at daycare . Liam always woke up in such a good mood , his violet eyes sparkling as he smiled at me and chattered about how much he loved his school . While I was getting him dressed , he told me a thousand things about everything he was discovering . " Mommy , Miss Sarah says I draw the best wolves in class ! " he announced proudly , making my heart swell . I smiled like a fool . It was wonderful to see my son growing up happy , even without knowing his father . The thought sent a familiar pang through my chest . I got myself ready and went to the kitchen , where I found Eleanor had already prepared our coffee . The scent of fresh brew filled the air as my best friend's brown eyes sparkled with mischief . " Good morning , Caroline , " Eleanor grinned , sliding a mug toward me . " I want to know everything that happened yesterday . Your life is better than those human soap operas ! " " Elle ," I sighed , taking a sip , " I'll tell you everything tonight , but just to give you an idea , Alpha Draven was the devil himself yesterday . " " Uh - huh ." She raised an eyebrow . " And by any chance , honey , didn't you provoke the devil ? I know you , Carrie . You went to work early and left me a note saying you were ' going to war . " " " And I did , " I admitted , " wearing that black dress you gave me for my birthday last year and those blood - red heels ." My friend's eyes widened , her mouth hanging open . Rory preened inside me , proud of our boldness . " By the Moon Goddess ! If that Alpha didn't jump you yesterday , I'll change my name and join a different pack . " " No need for that , " I laughed . " But I'll tell you everything tonight . I have to drop Liam at daycare . Are you coming with us ? " " Hmm , yeah ." She said , taking a final sip of coffee . " But I'll be dying of curiosity until tonight . Joseph's been asking about you , by the way . Says you made quite the impression on Alpha Draven . " " I want to hear about your day too . Working as Joseph Taylor's assistant at Puma Global seems more fun than dealing with my Alpha ." " You have no idea . Being the Blood Moon Pack Alpha's daughter has its perks , but Joseph is quite a character . Having our pack alliance 07.39 7/4 with Storm Valley means I get all the gossip about your boss too ." She paused , eyeing my outfit critically . " But tell me , do you think wearing that pantsuit will help you go unnoticed by an Alpha wolf ? If your intention is to hide those curves , sorry , but it won't work . Your assets look amazing in that shirt . I rolled my eyes at her . After being too exposed yesterday , I'd decided to wear a charcoal gray pantsuit with a blazer to hide a bit today , paired with a white shirt . I hoped Elle was wrong , but the shirt was indeed quite form - fitting . Damn , there's no time to change now . Thursday started quietly at Thorne Enterprises . Alpha Draven had a meeting with the financial director , so he wouldn't show up for a while . I was getting through my scheduled tasks when I received a message from Clara saying she'd be arriving a bit late . " Sorry , Caroline , I'm handling some last details for my transfer to London . I'll be there soon ." I was reviewing the Puma Global contract when Alpha Draven burst into the office looking disgruntled , his violet eyes stormy . He went straight to his room , his dominant scent filling the space as he called over his shoulder for me to follow him . " Good morning , Ms. Bennett . Have you reviewed the Puma Global contract yet ? " Back to ' Ms. Bennett ' - he was in stress mode today . Alaric must be agitated too . " Good morning , Alpha Draven . Yes , sir , I just finished and sent it to you by email . I've also checked the shipment to Harbor Bay , and everything is proceeding well . The cargo is being loaded onto the ship and leaves tonight . I verified all documentation , and everything's in order . I've sent you an email report about that as well . " " Excellent ! " His tone softened slightly . " Today we have the meeting with Joseph from Puma Global after lunch . I want you there taking notes of everything . Has our financial report meeting been scheduled ? " " Yes , Alpha , scheduled and confirmed for five o'clock . It will be here in your office , as per your instructions ." " Perfect . Has Clara arrived yet ? " " No , she notified that she'd be late , something to handle with her move to London . Anything else , Alpha Draven ? " " No. That's all , you may go . " I was already leaving when I heard his voice in an amused tone , " Wearing long pants and a blazer won't help you hide your sexy curves from mine , Caroline ." I froze where I stood and turned around slowly , watching him close the distance between us . His scent made my knees weak . " And what I haven't seen , I still remember vividly in my mind . " He whispered in my ear , " You can't hide from an Alpha , little Beta wolf . Especially when he's already touched your most sensitive spots . " Once again , I returned to my desk in shock , Rory whimpering with need inside me . He was such an arrogant Alpha ! At noon , Kyle walked into my office all cheerful . " Pretty she - wolf , you won't believe what my mate did . Want to grab lunch ? " When we returned from lunch , I was feeling much lighter , having had a great time listening to Kyle's stories ; her mate sounded amazing , Before we each went back to our offices , she told me she'd send a message with details about Clara's farewell gathering that she and 07:39 214 Ryan were organizing for the following week . At two o'clock , we went to the meeting room , and I was surprised to see Eleanor there . We hugged tightly . She introduced me to her boss , Joseph Taylor , CEO of Puma Global and longtime ally of the Blood Moon Pack . " Eleanor , " Joseph said with exaggerated formality , " I'll have to pick a bone with your father . When Alpha Gerald asked me to recommend Ms. Caroline for the position here at Thorne Enterprises , he didn't tell me she was a goddess worthy of the Moon Goddess herself ! " I smiled awkwardly and heard a threatening growl behind me , " Taylor , keep your hands and eyes off my executive assistant ." Alpha Draven's voice was low and dangerous . " Ms. Bennett isn't like those unmated she - wolves you usually chase across territories ! " I noticed Joseph Taylor's amused glance shift from me to my boss . " Well , well , " he chuckled , " the mighty Alpha Draven Thorne is being possessive over you , Ms. Bennett ! How interesting ! But , my dear friend Draven , I'm not sure I can resist staying away from such a beauty , even if she is a Beta wolf with no scent . " " You'd better stay away , Joseph . " Ryan walked in , his tall frame filling the doorway . " You wouldn't want to provoke our Alpha's wrath . " He smiled mockingly . " But who's this lovely she - wolf with you , Joseph ? " " Don't even try , Ryan . This is Eleanor Larson , and besides being Alpha Gerald's daughter from Blood Moon Pack , she has a mate who looks like he stepped out of wolf legend . In short , untouchable like Ms. Bennett ; no wonder they're best friends , " Joseph answered , rolling his eyes . " What a shame ! " Ryan lamented dramatically . " But you two could introduce me to a friend who's as beautiful as you are , right ? I've been feeling so lonely since my last mate - rejection ... " Ryan made such a pitiful face that everyone started laughing . " Moon Goddess help us , Ryan , you have no boundaries ! " Alpha Draven groaned . " Unfortunately , we don't have another super hot and cool she - wolf like us to introduce you to , Beta Ryan . I'm sorry , " Eleanor replied , laughing . " Well , now that you gentlemen can keep your wolves in check , can we start working ? " Alpha Draven said , ending the chitchat , but we still heard Ryan's complaint . " Aw , but we were having fun bonding between packs . " We all laughed . The meeting went very well in a friendly atmosphere . Joseph and Alpha Draven discussed expanding their territory alliance to include business ventures , with Eleanor and I taking detailed notes . The partnership between Storm Valley Pack and Blood Moon Pack had been beneficial for both territories , and now they were extending that to their corporate empires . Afterward , I said goodbye to my friend with a promise to share all the details that night , and when I returned to my desk , I only had time to answer some emails before the next meeting about the financial report . 67:39 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!