*Maddix POV* That prick, Alpha Alessio, was finally leaving. I didn't mind Bella, she was a complete sweetheart. Alessio, however, was an asshole from the second he arrived. I was beyond happy when he said he was cutting his visit short. I mean, everything is taken care of now. He isn't needed for anything else. I do need to speak with Priestess Bella Rose, but as far as he is concerned, good riddance. I had already retired to my office to finish up some work, and try to think of the best way to handle the whole Alpha situation here. I know Regina wants it, and I know she can do a good job. I just don't know why I still feel uneasy about it. Maybe it's the whole mate situation. I don't know, but I feel like I need to talk to my parents and wife more about it. There was a soft knock

