For a long time afterward, Ethan vanished from Jessica's world entirely.
He went as far as severing their mental link, cutting the cord on every psychic connection they shared.
Jessica was left spiraling in a void of panic. She watched the balance in her bank account dwindle day by day, a cold dread pooling in her stomach.
Desperate, she tried to reach Ethan's Beta. Whether she used honeyed pleas or sharp, imperious threats, the response remained maddeningly professional.
"My apologies, Miss Jessica, but Alpha Ethan has no desire to see you, nor does he have the time.
"The monthly support will be deposited into your account as scheduled. If it fails to arrive, only then should you contact me."
With that, the Beta would sever the line without hesitation, leaving Jessica's fury to echo
