Liam's POV
My mate told me to accept the money, but I first need to understand why she looks as downcast as she does.
“My love, I'm not signing anything unless you tell me what kind of fight we’re in.” I hope my mate understands that when I say ‘we,’ I don't mean Alpine, I'm talking about us.
“My mentor once told me that there would be fights that I won’t realize I'm having. All this time, I never even thought of Arlon's daughter, but maybe council members have been targeting me on her behalf.” Not all Alphas are brutes who care only about strength, so Chey may be on to something.
“You think agreeing to be paid off will pull them back?”
“I don't know, but I need that money.” My eyebrows crease, but I don't say anything because…
“I have no problem with you managing the money yourself,
