Chapter 78: Intrigued Me So Deeply
(Grace's POV)
Victoria’s malicious energy flooded the silver-lined exercise room, making my skin crawl. Her predatory gaze lingered on me, sharp as daggers. My instincts screamed for me to shield my unborn pups.
Through our pack bonds, I sensed her desperation. She was reaching out—again—for Alexander.
"Alex, please… it’s—it's another heart episode..." Her voice quivered, perfectly staged to sound pitiful.
I stayed still, holding my breath. Normally, Alexander would respond before she even finished her sentence. His overprotectiveness toward her was something I was all too familiar with.
But for the first time—silence.
Victoria’s face twisted, disbelief flashing momentarily before fury burned in her emerald eyes. I felt her anguish, her wave
