Alex POV
“Wow, thank you so much. I was worried. I didn't know if I finished that last trial on time. Emma and her monster took a big chunk of my time away,” Bella says and Higgins frowns, before he smiles. “I have never been so happy about someone’s death. That girl was so vile, and I feel like such a fool for not acting sooner. But let’s not allow her memory to sour our mood.
I will let you in on a little secret. Your points were enough, and you already had the ranking before you did that final trial. I just couldn't say anything,” he whispers and we both laugh. “I am so proud of you, Bella,” I say and hold her close. “You should be. She beat your score by three points, Alpha. She is the only one since you to score so high,” Higgins says, making Bella giggle.
“I am okay with losing
