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Nikolai's POV
Last night flipped my world upside down. Alexei told me she was pregnant, and I couldn’t handle it. I ended up at a club for a drink or two, but then Denise showed up. We used to be lovers, but that was long ago. Now, we were just professional. Still, I spilled my guts to her about Alexei's news. She listened, understood my fears, and urged me to go home and make things right. When she drove me back, I hugged her tightly, a small thank you. But Alexei saw. Her face crumbled, and she ran away in tears.
I quickly finish getting ready and jump into my jeep, heading straight for her brother's pack. The patrol guards just wave me through.
Once I arrive, I spot Enrique standing outside. His men must have given him a heads up. As I get out, he smirks and bows his hea
