“Explain yourself!” Jennifer’s voice cracked like a whip through the room. “Is the pup Kane’s or not?!” Bang! The door slammed open, rattling the silence like a gunshot. The room froze. Lilian had just turned to look when her eyes locked with Kane’s. He stood in the doorway, Jennifer beside him, radiating fury. Her knees buckled, and she crumpled to the floor like a broken doll. Barrett, lounging on the sofa, went pale. The glass of whiskey in his hand trembled, nearly slipping from his fingers. No matter how much influence he thought he had, it was nothing compared to Kane—an Alpha. Kane’s face was carved from stone as he helped Jennifer step inside. Barrett forced a smile, gesturing to the seat across from him. “Jennifer. Kane. This whole thing… it’s my mistake. I take full respon

