Emily’s POV
I was about to leave when I heard Lia’s voice echo from behind me.
“Hey, Alpha, leaving so soon? Do you really think I’ll let you get near Drake that easily? I knew you’d try everything in your power to be with him, but don’t get too comfortable—we’ll be seeing each other in court with the council very soon.”
Her words froze me in place. I turned around slowly, anger bubbling up inside me. “What do you mean by that?” I snapped, trying to hide the unease creeping into my chest.
Lia’s smirk widened as she met my gaze, her eyes gleaming with malice. “You really are clueless, Emily. It’s almost sad how you still don’t understand what I’m trying to say. Don’t forget—I’m carrying Drake’s child. It doesn’t matter if you’re his mate or not. Drake will belong to me, and you? You’ll
