Alpha Lambert released a heavy sigh before turning to face me. “I’m sorry, Melissa,” he said with genuine guilt. “I’d like to apologize on Layla’s behalf for her behavior. She’s… a bit of a spoiled brat sometimes. Mother and I may have indulged her too much.”
I shook my head and offered him a small smile. “You don’t have to apologize, Alpha. It’s all right. I’m not taking it personally,” I replied. “I know she was only acting out because she cares deeply about her family.”
He released another weary sigh. “Thank you for being so understanding. I appreciate that.”
I simply nodded in response. But as my gaze lingered on the entrance of the pack house where Layla had disappeared, I couldn’t shake the uneasy feeling that this wouldn’t be the last time she’d lie or try to frame me.
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